Half-Day Discover Vang Vieng

Depart from Vang Vieng and begin an exciting journey to Tham Xang (Elephant Cave), a sacred site known for its impressive limestone formations and the revered Buddhist temple nestled within. This cave holds deep spiritual significance and features natural rock formations resembling an elephant, giving it its name.

Next, venture to the Tham Hoi (Snail Cave), a fascinating underground network with extensive corridors and striking limestone formations. Spend approximately 45 minutes exploring its mysterious depths, admiring the intricate rock formations that have formed over thousands of years.

Continuing the adventure, arrive at Tham Nam (Water Cave), where a refreshing natural spring pool awaits. Take a dip in the cool, crystal-clear waters—perfect for swimming and unwinding after your cave exploration.

After experiencing the caves, embark on a scenic hike through lush rice paddies and vibrant local gardens, leading to a traditional Hmong village. Here, you’ll get a glimpse into the daily lives of the local community before making your way back to Vang Vieng town.

As the sun begins to set, the golden hues paint the sky, offering a serene moment for reflection. Wrap up your day with a well-deserved cocktail, soaking in the beauty of the surrounding landscapes and cherishing the unforgettable memories made throughout the journey.

Approximate duration:

• 25-minute transfer
• 1.5-hour trekking
• 2-hour cave exploration

What to expect: A rewarding half-day adventure suitable for most fitness levels, featuring a trek through scenic rice fields with minimal elevation changes, making it an enjoyable and accessible experience.

Venture deep into the heart of the mountains and explore breathtaking limestone caves adorned with magnificent stalactites and stalagmites. These natural formations, shaped over thousands of years, create an otherworldly underground landscape that is both awe-inspiring and mysterious. As you navigate through the caverns, you’ll witness intricate rock formations, hidden chambers, and shimmering mineral deposits that make each cave a unique wonder of nature.

Beyond the caves, embark on a scenic trek through lush farmland and picturesque rice paddies, where you’ll get a glimpse into the daily lives of local villagers. Walk along narrow dirt paths surrounded by vibrant green fields, observe farmers tending to their crops, and experience the warm hospitality of rural communities. This immersive journey offers a deeper appreciation for traditional agricultural practices and the enduring charm of village life, making it a truly enriching cultural experience.

• English-speaking guide

• Drinking water

• Transportation

• Government taxes

• All entrance fees

• One cocktail drink

• Comfortable clothes 

• Covered shoes

• Hat

• Sunscreen

• Comfortable clothes

• Trekking shoes

• Refillable water bottle

• Insect repellent

• Small personal bag

Insurance 

Green Discovery Laos guarantees that all its buses, trucks and motorbikes and used by Green Discovery are insured as commercial passenger vehicle. Insurance coverage does not apply after the passengers have exited the vehicle. 

A private travel insurance is compulsory for all people travelling with Green Discovery Laos. The travel insurance must provide cover against personal accident, medical expenses, emergency repatriation and personal liability. We also advise to contract insurance coverage against cancellation, curtailment, loss of luggage and personal effects. 

The participants must be aware that during the course of the trip, certain risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to hazards of travelling on a mountain bicycle, white water raft, kayak, climbing rocks, zip-lining or driving in a motor vehicle. It may also involve an accident or illness in remote places without appropriate facilities, or be caused by the forces of nature. The client agrees to assume all risks associated with the trip and agrees that no liability will be attached to the company or its outfitter, employees or agent, or to any member of the tour group. Green Discovery accepts no liability in respect of death, personal injury, illness or delay of the passenger, or for any loss or damage to the property of the participant during the course of the trip, however caused. 

Responsibility 

When booking on a Green Discovery Laos tour, the client understands that Green Discovery Laos runs adventure tours in Southeast Asia where the standards of accommodation, transport, hygiene, level of infrastructure development and medical facilities and telecommunication services are not necessarily the same as one may used to at home, or one would find on a ‘conventional holiday’. This type of holiday inherently involves a higher level of personal risk than a ‘conventional holiday’.

Green Discovery Laos, the Government of Laos and the Lao National Tourism Administration cannot accept any responsibility for accidents, injuries, death or loss of personnel effects. The client understands that during the course of the tour, certain events may occur, including, but not limited to, accident or illness in remote places without medical facilities, political instability and the forces of nature. The client agrees to assume all risks associated with the journey to the maximum extent permitted by law. 

Each client acknowledges that travel on a Green Discovery Laos tour requires a degree of flexibility and understands that the itinerary, accommodation and modes of transport are subject to change without prior notice due to local circumstances. Should Green Discovery Laos deem it advisable to amend an itinerary for any reason, it may do so by shortening, varying or re-routing any trip. These changes are binding and additional expenses will be charged to the client, if the reason for any alternation is outside control from Green Discovery Laos. 

While travelling with Green Discovery Laos, the client agrees to accept the authority of the leader or local operator at all time. He/She is aware that travel within a group may involve compromise to accommodate the diverse desires and physical abilities of group members. The client understands that Green Discovery Laos reserves the right to decline the participation of any person as a member of the group at any time. 

The client acknowledges that Green Discovery Laos contracts a network of companies, government agencies and individuals throughout the country to assist in the running of its tours. To the best of Green Discovery Laos’ knowledge, these third parties are qualified to perform the duties they are contracted to perform. However, GDL will not be held liable for any injury, damage, loss, delay or irregularity that may occur due to the behaviour of these third parties. 

Green Discovery Laos Group will not accept responsibility or liability for any traveller who contravenes any law or regulation of Lao P.D.R.

No employee, servant or agent of Green Discovery Laos has authority to alter these conditions. 

Child Policy 

• Below 10 years old: 25% discount (for tour only)
• Over 10 years: full charge

The price for children varies based on group size. If you have children under 10 years old in your group, please contact us at +8562059533720 for details.

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation less than 16 days prior to the tour: 50 % Charges of all services will apply.
• Cancellation less than 8 days prior to the tour: 100% Charges of all services will apply
• No Show: 100% Charges of all services will apply

Refund Policy

• Kindly be advised that only tour/activity fees are refundable; Bank fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances.

• Additional surcharge will apply if hotel is outside of city.

• If you have questions or encounter problems with the tour, please contact WhatsApp/Tel: +856 20 59 533 720