2025 Pakse Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Si Phan Don, a hidden gem embraced by the Mekong River, is a dazzling jewel in southern Laos. While the China-Laos Railway can only take you as far as Vientiane, if you have the time, why not delve deeper into this paradise carved out by the Mekong, with its thousands of sandbanks? Experience a tranquility that surpasses even Luang Prabang in this Lao Eden. The main islands for travelers in Si Phan Don include Don Det, Don Khon, and Don Khong. Don Det and Don Khon are connected by a bridge, making it easy to rent a bicycle and explore both islands. Along the way, you can enjoy the fragrant rice fields, encounter locals washing clothes by the river, or even venture to Don Khon's Khon Phapheng Falls for an adventure. Si Phan Don is not only about the stunning Mekong scenery but also the natural habitat of the Irrawaddy dolphins. If you're lucky, you might spot these adorable creatures in the river. This place awaits your discovery of its beauty and serenity. 😀😀 Spend your Dragon Boat Festival holiday at Si Phan Don! It's a perfect spot for capturing stunning photos and making unforgettable memories.

This trip was exhausting but incredibly fun. Bolaven, Tad Khomud, Tad Sua, Tad Fane - Start with a hike in Bolaven and camp for one night - Hike to see Tad Khomud and Tad Sua, enjoy the refreshing water - Spend the second night in a village, learn about the local culture and live with the locals - End the trip with a thrilling zipline ride at Tad Fane, enjoying the beautiful and exciting scenery

Hello everyone, today we will share a #travel to Laos trip by ourselves for 5 days and 4 nights, along with travel methods from airplanes to sleeping in a bus for 10 hours (the first time in my life) to be a guide for those who want to go by themselves like us. Let's start. 🛵💨 ——— Day 1: Thailand - Laos 📌 Starting from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) > Ubon Airport (UBP) at a price of around 1,000 *If you book in advance, it will be even cheaper* You can bring luggage on the plane no more than 7 kg. 📌 Continue with Shutter Buss > Ubon Bus Terminal by walking out of the front of the airport and turning right. The fare is 20 baht. When we arrive at the bus terminal, we book a van to get off at Chong Mek border for 100 baht. *Note* The travel time is quite long + the car is not very clean. It is recommended to prepare headphones and wear a mask. And if anyone is hungry, you can eat here while waiting for the car to leave. 📌 Continue with a motorcycle taxi to the front of Chong Mek border. There will be both motorcycle taxis and locals. The price is 30 baht. When you arrive at the border, you can withdraw cash via ATM (Kasikorn), which will be the last ATM in Thailand. And bring cash to exchange with the locals in that area, along with buying a SIM card *Note* You must compare the currency exchange rate in each period well. Exchange moderately (when we went, the rate was 1 baht = 638 kip) 📑 The process of clearing the country is very easy. The first checkpoint is to check the passport, scan the face, and walk from the Chong Mek checkpoint > Wang Tao checkpoint to stamp the passport with the Lao official. There is a fee of 100 baht, and that's it. We can take a van from the checkpoint > Pakse to various areas. We chose to go straight to the hotel by paying 200 baht (Thai baht) 🏨 Pakse Hotel, Family Room, 3 beds, the disadvantage is that there is no window. The advantage of this place is that it is clean, safe, and breakfast is provided for every room. And there is a motorcycle rental service 📍Book a Sleeper Bus ticket with Chitprasong Company (Chitprasong Bus) at 320,000 kip or about 500 baht/person (cheaper than online). Travel time is from 8:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. or about 10-11 hours. *Note* Hurry to buy before the travel date because there are many people. Afraid of running out 📍Have dinner at Pho Lankham, the atmosphere along the Mekong River. The owner is very kind and lovely. The difference is the peanut sauce, which is a bit strange. After that, go to the accommodation. ——— Day 2: Zipline Tad Fane Waterfall 📍We woke up early, checked out of the hotel, left our bags at the reception, and traveled by motorcycle for about 40-50 minutes to our destination. There is an entrance fee to the waterfall and parking fee. 🏞️ Playing Zipline means the weight must not exceed 100 kg. We played normally for 1,690 baht, including video/photo shooting. The feeling while playing was very exciting because it was quite high. If you want it to be good, you should come to play during the rainy season. There will be more fog and greenness than this period. 📍After playing for about 30 minutes, we went to eat at Tad gneuang and walked around to enjoy nature. I must say that it was very beautiful. You can take pictures from many angles if you are not tired first. After returning from the waterfall, we walked around the city and took souvenir photos. After that, we went back to the hotel, dried ourselves off, washed our faces, brushed our teeth, did some business, and changed our clothes to prepare for bed because we had to sleep on the bus all night for more than 10 hours. *It is recommended to prepare medicine or headphones if you have trouble sleeping* See you in Ep.2 in Vientiane! 🙏🏼🤍🚎If you have any questions, feel free to ask. I will definitely answer them~ #First time traveling in Laos #Laos travel plan #Traveling to southern Laos by myself #Southern Laos #Southern Laos zipline #Travel plan giveaway #Southern Laos #Resigned and said I was going to travel #Traveling to Laos by myself

#tripflyingtoChina One Day Trip Pakse, Southern Laos Rent a tuk-tuk for 2 people to visit Tad Fane Waterfall Tad Yueang Waterfall, Wat Luang Tad Fane Waterfall, when we arrived, there was a lot of fog. We could only hear the sound of the waterfall, but we couldn't see it. Tad Yueang Waterfall, this is the highlight. Walk slowly and leisurely. When you enter, you will see a restaurant. Then, on the left, there will be a bridge to cross and see the view behind the waterfall. At the end of the path, you have to walk down the stairs. You will see a waterfall viewpoint. I recommend walking to the pavilion in the middle. The atmosphere is great for taking pictures. Wat Luang Pakse is located in the city. The temple is very beautiful and you can also see the river.

#triptravelchina Hotel review Pakse Economy room Breakfast included 950 baht, easy to travel Located in the city, near the Mekong River, near Wat Luang Large bed room, no window With TV, refrigerator and free WiFi, quite fast Bathroom, toilet, sink, water heater The staff let us check in early because there were vacant rooms The hotel offers breakfast from 6:30-10:00 a.m. And the Roof Top Bar opens at 4:30 p.m. The atmosphere is very good, the price is not too expensive It rained all day on the day of travel I must say that I really like the atmosphere here 📌 #เที่ยวมันพาเที่ยว #ปากเซ #เที่ยวมันดอทคอม

Every encounter is a chance meeting. In late autumn, I traveled to Laos and visited a lesser-known destination in Laos—Pakse! This place is not only rich in history and culture, but also boasts stunning natural scenery, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts! 😍 Wat Phou 🛍️🏰 Wat Phou is a Khmer temple complex in Pakse, southern Laos, built in the 5th century, centuries before the famous Angkor Wat! As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, every brick and tile here exudes an ancient and mysterious aura. Walking on the moss-covered ancient city walls, you can almost hear the echoes of history and feel the passage of time. 🌿🕰️ **Photography Tips:** 1. **Best Time to Shoot**: Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to shoot, as the soft light adds depth to your photos. 2. **Composition Suggestions**: Use ancient stone pillars and statues as foreground elements to add depth to your photos. 3. **Outfit Suggestions**: Choose light and flowing dresses or loose shirts that complement the rustic background. Pakse Big Buddha Temple 🙏🕌 Built in 2011, Pakse Big Buddha Temple is a must-visit attraction in Pakse. Here, a giant Buddha statue stands quietly amidst the mountains and forests, solemn and majestic, overlooking the Mekong River. Visit at sunset to capture a beautiful scene unique to Laos, with the sunset, city, flowing river, and tall golden Buddha statue. **Photography Tips:** 1. **Buddha Statue Close-Ups**: Try taking close-up shots of the Buddha statue's details, such as fingers and eyes, to capture its charm. 2. **Panoramic Shots**: Use a drone to capture the entire Buddha statue, showcasing its magnificent architectural style. Travel Tips 🚗🧳 1. **Transportation**: You can drive from Vientiane or Luang Prabang, or take a long-distance bus to Pakse. Transportation is relatively convenient. 2. **Accommodation**: There are limited accommodation options in Pakse, but a few boutique hotels and guesthouses offer a comfortable stay. I stayed at the Champasak Grand Hotel. 3. **Language**: Most locals speak Lao, and English is not widely spoken. It's recommended to learn some basic Lao phrases in advance. 4. **Best Travel Time**: November to April is the best time to visit, with dry and cool weather suitable for outdoor activities. If you're interested in lesser-known destinations in Laos, consider visiting Pakse! This place will surely surprise you! 🌈🌟

The Bolaven Plateau in Southern Laos is an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventurers. Known for its cool climate and stunning scenery, the plateau is home to beautiful waterfalls, coffee plantations, and rare plant species. Its elevation and refreshing atmosphere make it a perfect retreat from the heat, ideal for hiking and immersing oneself in the lush greenery. One of the highlights of visiting the Bolaven Plateau is witnessing the wildflowers in full bloom during the rainy season. Yellow, purple, and blue flowers spread across the area, adding vibrant colors to the verdant landscape. Each flower species has its unique charm, and walking through these wildflower fields feels like stepping into a magical realm of unspoiled natural beauty. In addition to its flora, the Bolaven Plateau offers an authentic cultural experience for visitors through visits to local villages and nearby markets. Whether it's admiring the refreshing waterfalls, tasting the rich coffee, or marveling at the wildflower fields, this destination is filled with memorable moments and the beauty of Laos.

Pakse, a charming small town located in southern Laos, serves as the tourism hub of Champasak Province and the gateway to the stunning natural adventures in southern Laos. The town boasts a serene atmosphere and seamlessly blends traditional lifestyles with modernity. Another highlight from Pakse is visiting the beautiful waterfalls, such as Tad Fane and Tad Yuang Waterfalls. Tad Fane Waterfall stands out with its impressive height and is surrounded by lush rainforest. Tad Yuang Waterfall, on the other hand, offers walkways for close-up views, making it perfect for photography and relaxation.

Bolaven Plateau or Bolaven Plateau is about 1,000-1,350 meters above sea level. It is famous for its beautiful scenery of nature and hill tribe villages. The weather is cool and comfortable, suitable for relaxation. Currently, tourism on the Bolaven Plateau is very popular. There are many hiking trails. Start the trip by renting a songthaew from the Chong Mek checkpoint Ubon Ratchathani Province to Ban Nong Luang and walk on the nature study trail A distance of about 5 km, taking 2-3 hours. The highlight tourist attraction is the large waterfall in the middle of the forest named Tad Khamued, Tad Suea, Tad Ta Ket #VisitSouthernLaos #SouthernLaosWaterfall #BolavenPlateau #VisitPakse #BolavenForest #VisitLaos

#Rent a motorcycle to travel Southern Laos trip 2 days 1 night We traveled by renting a motorcycle from Pakse city. The main plan was to go ziplining at Tad Fane waterfall. DAY1 - We got a motorcycle from a rental shop in Pakse city. So we set the map to Pho Lankham restaurant to recharge before going out. After lunch, it was time to go. - From Pakse city, the next destination before going to the accommodation was Laos Coffee Bachieng restaurant. Stopped to get some caffeine before traveling. From Pakse city, it took about 25-30 minutes. - From Laos Coffee Bachieng restaurant, we went straight to the accommodation ‘Sabaidee Valley’. It took about 20-30 minutes. - We arrived at the accommodation at around 3 pm. We checked in, packed our stuff, and then went to Tad Fane. From the accommodation to Tad Fane, it took about 10-15 minutes. - Let’s go ziplining and enjoy the beautiful waterfall view. Then go back to have dinner at the accommodation's restaurant, which is delicious and very good price. After eating, it's time to rest and gather strength to continue on the 2nd day. DAY2 - Have breakfast at the accommodation before going to Tad Yuang. From the accommodation to Tad Yuang, it takes about 15-20 minutes, which is not far from Tad Fan. - When you arrive at Tad Yuang, stop to take pictures and see the beautiful waterfall view and the strong water flow. If you don't want to get wet, I recommend wearing a raincoat before going near the waterfall. - Stop at the LAK40 cafe before going back to check out of the accommodation. - After checking out of the accommodation, continue on and stop for lunch at Laos Coffee Bachieng as usual. - When you arrive in Pakse city, stop by the ROSE cafe before returning the car at the appointed time. 🏍️ End the 2-day, 1-night trip to Southern Laos safely and fully enjoy the atmosphere and natural views. 🍃🌿 #SouthernLaos #TravelLaos #Waterfall #Cafe #laos

#100TravelTips Day1: 📍La Memoire Restaurant 📍Amor Cafe 📍Wat Phusalao 📍Lula BBQ Day2:📍Zipline Tad Fan 📍Tad Yueng Waterfall 📍Tad Tayik Seua Waterfall🌈 📍Fo Lan Kham Day3:📍Daoreung Market 📍Balance cafe ✨【Must-Visit Places】 1. Tad Fan Waterfall ✨The highlight is the 4-line zipline. So much fun! 2. Tad Yueng Waterfall ✨The highlight is the pavilion on the hill that looks like a painting contrasting with the stunning waterfall that falls down and creates mist all the time. 🥹 3. Tad Phueng Waterfall is in Tad Tayik Seua ✨The highlight is that it is a waterfall that requires a long walk, but it is incredibly beautiful. It is a picture of a waterfall contrasting with pink-purple flowers. If it is sunny, a rainbow will appear. It is so beautiful that it seems unreal.🌈 【Must-try delicious food】😚 1. Grilled pork at Lula Grilled Pork Shop is very delicious. The sauce is peanut sauce, unlike in our country. 2. Grilled chicken, a restaurant at Tad Yueang Waterfall, very delicious, not too dry. Plus, the papaya salad is also delicious. I recommend you try it if you go. 3. Beer Lao, available everywhere, good price, some places are cheaper than soda 🤣 【Recommended accommodation】 The recommended accommodation area is Pakse city center because it is convenient to travel, close to shopping areas, easy to find food. 📍Pakse Hotel is in Pakse city center. There is a rooftop where you can sit and enjoy the view and eat food and drinks. 【Photo spot】 1. Zipline at Tad Fane Waterfall is a must-see because it is beautiful and fun. 2. Hill Pavilion at Tad Yueang Waterfall is an ancient wooden pavilion that contrasts with the green mountains and mist from the waterfall. During the rainy season, there will be fog. 3. Tad Phueng Waterfall and Tad Tayik Suea Waterfall are very beautiful, so beautiful that it seems like it doesn't exist. I want to stay here for a long time. 【Tips】 1. In Laos, cars are driven on the left-hand drive. And must drive in the right lane 2. Most tourist attractions have an entrance fee 3. There is a toll fee on the road depending on the route 4. Lao money is quite old and difficult to collect, so use it with caution because you can miscount it #TravelLaos

Budget of 5,000 is enough (excluding food, it depends on the person) A recommended tourist attraction that you must visit at least once is Tad Fane Waterfall, it is very beautiful Buy a round-trip flight ticket to Ubon Ratchathani It is not difficult to travel here, you can rent a car to travel But we went by ourselves, rented a motorcycle to drive around It was so much fun, braved the rain the whole trip, it was tiring but so much fun We got to play zipline once, it was really impressive Exchanging this much money is really enough Missing Pakse, will go back to travel again 🥰 #Pakse #TravelSouthLaos #TravelLaos

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck Rose’ Cafe and Bar is a minimalist cafe in white tones, contrasting with the color of the wood, giving a simple but warm feel with soft orange lighting decorations. The shop is located in Pakse city. There is an entrance, but if you come for the first time, you have to walk to find it because the shop has made it an entrance for parking motorcycles. Because if you drive to find it, you may pass the shop many times. But it is easy to find the shop because it is all white. Because from the map of the shop, it is not quite the same as the shop. You have to walk and look for it again. The shop has many menus of drinks and bakery. And from what I ordered, it was delicious and refreshing. I like it very much. Traveling in the heat, drinking delicious menus is very cool. There is also a corner for taking pictures and checking in in a minimalist style. 💖 Rose’ Cafe and Bar 📍1 Hongkayom Pakse, Laos 🕰️ Open from 09:00 - 18:00 #SouthernLaos #Cafe #Pakse #SouthernLaosCafe #laos #laostrip #cafe #pakse

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck Our trip to the waterfall in southern Laos, we traveled by renting a motorbike from Pakse city to the waterfall in Paksong. On the way to our accommodation and the waterfall, we stopped to get some caffeine at ‘Laos Coffee Bachieng’. It was a great way to rest our bodies from riding the bike to Pakse city. Laos coffee BACHIENG is a cafe on the way to the waterfall that can accommodate quite a few people. The atmosphere is very shady. The shop has a very unique decoration. There are many corners to take pictures, sit and relax. From what we tried, the coffee, tea and smoothies were all delicious. The coffee was fragrant and delicious. After getting some caffeine, we headed to our destination. For friends who are planning a trip to southern Laos, Pakse, Paksong, you can put this place on your list as a place to stop and rest. Because there are both drinks, food and clean bathrooms available. Laos Coffee BACHIENG 📍Directions to Pakseong, pin the map. 🕰️Open from 07:30 - 19:00. #SouthernLaos #TravelLaos #Pakse #Pakseong #Cafewithacozyatmosphere #Cafe

Wat Phu Stone Castle, Lao PDR 🏰🌿 It is an ancient monument in southern Laos that is a popular tourist attraction for both Lao and foreign tourists. It is the second world heritage site in Laos. 🏰🙏 It is a Brahmin temple built to honor Shiva. It is located on a hill called Phu Khao or Phu Khao. The castle is a Khmer temple, similar to Preah Vihear. It was built around the 11th Buddhist century during the reign of King Mahendravarman by Phraya Kammatha. It is considered the oldest stone castle. 📍 Champasak, Lao PDR ⏰ 08:00–18:00 💵 Foreigners 50,000 kip #VisitAncientCities #WatPhuStoneCastles #SouthernLaos #ChampasakProvince

Escape the hustle and bustle to relax in Southern Laos 🌸⛰️ ⭐️⭐️ Budget of thousands ⭐️⭐️ A collection of places you should go to, you won't be disappointed - Tad Fan Waterfall - Tad Yueng Waterfall - CC 1971 Café - Pak Song Market - ​​Hua Pakho Restaurant - Eat grilled pork with a cool atmosphere at AGRO Cafe - Thongna Sky Cafe - Stay at CHAMPASAK GRAND - Eat Pho at KAMKONG 🚘Travel: Drive from Ubon - Chong Mek border Or those who don't have a car can take a Ubon - Chong Mek border bus at Ubon bus station Prepare cash to pay the 200 baht land fee. 🏖️Environment/Facilities: -Travel to Southern Laos, depart from Ubon Ratchathani Province, Chong Mek border crossing -The main city of the starting point of Southern Laos is Pakse -Vehicle schedule Ubon - Pakse 09.30 / 15.30 Pakse - Ubon 8.30 / 15.30 -Van Ubon - Chong Mek 100 baht, departing every 30 minutes - 1 hour (until full) -Border fee, use a passport to go 100 baht, return 100 baht -If you do not have a passport, you can make a border pass for 3 days. -Temporary border pass, make a 30 baht, photocopy 5 baht -You can exchange money at the border -You can buy a SIM card at the border. There are people walking around asking or you can ask them. -Rent a van from Wang Tao border to Pakse 1,000 baht -The highlight of this area is the waterfalls, there are a lot of them and they are all beautiful. #100 ways to travel

Pakse Champasak Grand Hotel Best value for money . Breakfast, swimming pool, etc. are the best

📌📌 Once in a lifetime, before I die, I have to try A thrilling experience on a high place with ziplining at Tad Fane Waterfall, Lao PDR Almost 400 meters high and 400 meters long With my limitations, taking myself to see it will be a challenge but not difficult for me Because the hardship is the villagers' business. It is my motto . 🏔️⛱️ For this activity, I would like to thank the team of Phi Boon, the manager of this place For taking care of and managing everything very well. In the past, Phi Boon said that he had never had a wheelchair like mine to use the service. The management for me seemed to be a challenge for the team . 🎯⛰️ For the zipline activity, there are usually 4 routes to play. Starting from the service point, line 1, which is the longest line at 400 meters, passing Tad Fane Waterfall that falls from the cliff to the ground below. When reaching the end, the player must climb the rope to go to point 2 and 3-4 until returning to the end at the service point . ♿📌 But for me, with my limitations Climbing trees, climbing ropes to points 2-3-4- would be difficult. My zipline this time was more special than usual. That is, when I ziplined to point 1, which was 400 meters long, Phi Boon's team had to use a rope to pull me back on the same path. That meant that both ways, I spent almost half an hour hanging on the sling. . 🙏🙏 I would like to thank Phi Boon's team, Boun Panyavong, for taking such good care of me. Most importantly, they helped fill some feelings for people with limitations like me, to do what I wanted to do, which I thought was impossible.... . 🎯🎯 More information 📌 Cost 1500 baht (approximately) #VisitLaos #Pakse #Zipline #TadFanWaterfall #TadFanWaterfall 📍Address:

#VisitLaos A place with many moods for us to see and experience this time enjoywoolife come to see the beauty of nature along with ancient sites 📍At Prasat Hin Wat Phu located in Champasak city Which used to be the old capital of Lao PDR With details of culture and religion To study along with ancient sites, atmosphere and ancient objects that have greeted us since the entrance with stone pillars for a long time Since the era of King Varman V who believed in the gods of Hinduism Today, let's open the door of charm Rewind the history, breathe in the air of southern Laos From the entrance, we will find a well that separates men and women to the entrance. Stone pillars on both sides of the walkway to the entrance, a pair of tall palm trees welcome us. Sweeping the eyes, we see on the slopes, the first tourist spot is the castle of men and women. Between the two sides, there is a green lawn that receives sunlight, looking at it is pleasing to the eyes, relaxing the heart. We walk to the entrance, there is a giant statue resembling Thao Wessuwan standing with one hand holding a baton, the other hand, the image on the chest is a meaning of welcoming us to start the steep stone stairs, the path of belief And worship the sacred things that are together at this place Auntie, the locals call it "Luang Pho Muen, Luang Pho Saen" that both locals and tourists come to see the beauty And ask for blessings according to the belief in work, wealth, prosperity, and above from Luang Pho is the point of flow of the sacred well of amrit that is believed to come from the god Shiva It is considered complete. Invite you to turn to see the beautiful view from the point where you come up to see and the water of amrit... Dear all, if you have time to stop by here, don't forget to take a picture as a souvenir. 🗣️ Additional recommendations: Bring a hat and drinking water to sip while walking around. #SouthernLaos #Champasak #WatPhuStonePrasat #trip #enjoywoolife #enjoywoolife #LaosWorldHeritage

#TravelPlanGiveaway This trip will take you to southern Laos in Champasak Province or Champasak, located in the southernmost part of Laos. It takes 3 days and 2 nights to travel. Tourist attractions in Champasak Province 📌 Khone Phapheng Waterfall, the gem or pearl of the Mekong River, is the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia. The waterfall flows down in layers, making Khone Phapheng one of the most beautiful places in southern Laos. 📌 Li Phi Waterfall or Tad Samphamit is a waterfall that flows through the middle of the Mekong River, flowing together to form the Si Phan Don Great River. To get to Li Phi, travel by boat from the villagers at Ban Nakasang Pier. 📌 Tad Fane Waterfall is the highest waterfall, surrounded by lush forests. The waterfall is a pair of two streams. Tourists like to play zipline at this waterfall. 📌 Tad Yuang Waterfall is located in a lush green forest. It is a large waterfall. The area around the waterfall is slippery all the time. 📌 Wat Phusalue is located on a hill near the Laos-Japan Bridge. The highlight that can be seen from afar is the large and majestic golden Buddha statue. On top, there is a viewpoint of the Mekong River. 📌 Wat Phu Stone Castle It is an important historical site in Laos. It has been registered as the 2nd World Heritage Site. It is considered the oldest stone castle. For those looking for a place to visit that combines lifestyle, community, culture, and nature, come visit Southern Laos. It's all in one place. #DadMomTakesYouTraveling #DadMomInvitesYouToTravel #TravelPlanShare #TravelLaos #TravelLaosByYourself #LetsTravel

Things to know before going to Bolaven ☺️ #Sunee edition - Bolaven Forest is located in the south of Laos. - It is 1,200 meters above sea level. - You must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months. - Lao PDR does not require a visa. - Suitable for adventurers because there are many activities. - Not suitable for beginners in hiking because the way down to the waterfall is very steep. If you do not exercise before going, it is quite brutal. - There are porters here (1,000 baht) / porter / trip. - Hiking starts from June onwards. - You have to walk through rivers and streams. I recommend bringing flip flops because your feet will get sore. - The camping area is quite large and not crowded. - If you come during June-August, you will see flowers. - There are bathrooms only at the zipline and various waterfalls. - Each group in the forest must have a local guide. - You should prepare a jacket, raincoat, and quick-drying clothes. - While walking, I saw only 1 leech, which is very rare. - You should check the condition of your hiking shoes before traveling because some people's shoe soles fell off during the journey. Will make it slippery For Sunee, this forest is considered another forest that is impressive. Some parts of the path are steep and slippery. But the guides and porters take very good care of us. The way is really beautiful. Come, it's really good. #Bolaven Forest #Bolaven #Bolaven Plateau #Hiking in the Rainy Season #Visit Laos

I rode a Wave motorcycle following Phuri's trail to Pakse. I visited a cafe that used to be an old power plant during the war in 1971, back when the French ruled Laos. The walls are covered with bullet holes, bomb damage, remnants of fighter planes, and weapons from the war era displayed as decorations. It's super cool.

"Take the train to Laos" is the starting point of our trip to southern Laos with friends. 'Pakse' may not be the destination of this trip, but this is another interesting place. Both the houses and the food that I want everyone to try. Transportation ▪️ Walking There are not many cars, easy to walk. ▪️ Motorcycles There are many shops for renting cars. Or you can ask the accommodation. ▪️ Songthaew Convenient and fast If anyone wants to use the service, you can ask the accommodation as well. Because most accommodations have a songthaew number. As for the price, it is agreed (It is recommended to discuss the price before getting on the car.) Advice: Driving in Laos requires a little caution. Because driving is on the opposite side of Thailand. Driving at first may be a bit confusing. How to go ▪️ Bangkok > Ubon Sleeper train tickets can be booked on the website of the State Railway of Thailand (Don't forget to print the booking form on the day of travel). Get on the train at Krungthep Aphiwat Station. The staff will arrange a place for us to sleep and will come to collect the bed in the morning (adjust it to be a sitting position). And at the end of every train, there is a bathroom for use. For those who are afraid of being hungry at night There are also food carriages in the train, but if you are too lazy to walk, you can order food from the staff who will take the order. Advice: For those who like to travel as a female-only group, I recommend booking a female carriage because at night, they will lock it and prevent anyone from entering or leaving. There will also be a female staff member guarding the front of the carriage. The only disadvantage of the female carriage is that it is quite a long walk, both from walking to the train and walking to the food carriage. ▪️Ubon > Pakse We bought tickets to Pakse at Ubon Transport. We did not book in advance (I really could not find any information about booking in advance). We went in the morning because we wanted to arrive in Pakse in the afternoon. There are songthaews from Ubon Train Station to the transport station that leave in turns and taxis that are both fixed-rate and metered. Before getting on the bus, ask the driver carefully. After we have been on the bus for a while, he will let us get off the bus to submit documents to pass the border. Just follow the signs and you will cross to the Lao side. *Important* If you are going to stay overnight, do not forget your passport. After completing the border crossing, walk to get on the same bus to continue your journey into Pakse city. Advice: If traveling on Saturday-Sunday, there will be a 5 baht charge for overtime for the staff. And don't forget to bring 500 baht in cash for the round-trip border crossing fee. Accommodation▪️1918,s HostelA small 2-storey hostel with male and female bedrooms and separate gender bathrooms. The bedrooms are divided into 2-storey bunk beds on 2 sides. It's not suitable for people who have difficulty sleeping because we can hear everything in the room, what people are doing, with only curtains to separate them. Expenses▪️Sleep train (female carriage) 929.-▪️Tour bus 200.-/trip▪️Hotel 220.-/night▪️Motorcycle rental 240.-/day (excluding gas) 🔺️ You can use Thai baht to buy things, but it's a good idea to exchange some Lao baht for more convenient spending.🔺️ Thai, Lao, English You can also use Thai to communicate. #tripfreeaccommodation #Laos #travellaosbyyourself #southernLaos #travelsouthernLaos

#VisitLaos #LaosTravel #HistoricalTrip “Vat Phou Stone Castle”, a World Heritage Site in Southern Laos🇱🇦 🔼Vat Phou Castle or Wat Phu (Vat Phou Temple complex), the second World Heritage Site in Laos, is located in Champasak. It is a must-see tourist attraction when visiting Southern Laos. ⭐️⭐️ 🔼It is a large stone castle built during the Khmer Empire. The castle is a Khmer temple, similar to Khao Phra Viharn. It is located on Khao Sivapapat or what Lao people call Phu Klao. ⬇️ 🔼It is a mountain with a peak that looks like a lingam, which is called Swayambhuvalinga because Khao Sivapapat is similar to a lingam. This is probably the motivation for building a temple to enshrine the Hindu idol. Wat Phou Castle was considered a royal monastery of the kingdom at that time. It was built around the 12th Buddhist century during the reign of King Mahendravarman. By Phraya Kammatha, it is considered the oldest stone castle. 🔔🔔 📍Location📍 🔷Wat Phu Stone Castle🔷 Muang Champassak, Lao PDR🇱🇦 🔶Opening-closing time🔶 08:00-18:00 hrs.⏰ 🔷Telephone number🔷 +856- 20- 91 271- 011☎️

#Nature attractions It was the longest drive, but when we saw the waterfall, we were delighted. There were 3 waterfalls we visited: Tad Fane Waterfall, Tad Yueng Waterfall, and Tad Khu Waterfall, all 3 of which were beautiful. Tad Fane Waterfall had a ride called Zipline. The ride fee is cheaper in Thai baht than Lao baht. If I remember correctly, it was around 1,000 baht. The ride time was a bit scary, but very beautiful. When you cross to the other side, you will be asked to zipline for about 3-4 more lines and walk up a little bit (it takes quite a while to get back to the original point). On the first day of this trip, we changed lanes. It was a bit confusing, but it gave me a headache. Low-slung cars should not be brought to the waterfall entrance. ❗️This trip, 3 people spent a total of about 7-8,000 baht. ❗️At the checkpoint before entering Laos, there was Lao money to exchange. ❗️The car brought in must be a car that is not under finance. If it is under finance, it can be very difficult. #SouthernLaos

Address - Phonsavanh village, Salakheiwdonjong Road, Pakse district, Champasak province, lao PDR. Ambiance/Facilities - New opening coffee shop, lao traditional foods, and drinks. Friendly environment, comfortable indoor seatings with good airconditioner. Highlights - Lao Noodles ans iced Chocolate mint Avg. Price per Person - 25,000 kip Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟 #foodie #goodfoods #pakse

Tad Fan Waterfall Walk up to a steep height of more than 200 meters and along the way there are many slopes of water and soil mixed with rocks. 👉​Travel by car from Bogc Saphan Khwai for 12 hours to Ubon to Chong Mack and enter the homestay. 👉​Pitch a tent to sleep on the top of Laab Sung Bolaven, so it is very quiet and full of nature. 👉Walk to the waterfall, climb up and down and walk until you reach your destination. We will feel amazed when we hear the sound of the waterfall and this is the point where we are waiting to meet nature that is called very natural. #Waterfall #Hiking

Southern Laos, Pakse for the first time, we chose to book a hotel for 1 night in advance. To be sure that we would definitely have a place to sleep, we chose Pakse Hotel. We took a skylab car from the bus stop. He dropped us off in front of the hotel. We checked in in the afternoon and were able to enter the room. We stayed on the 5th floor. The hotel has an elevator. The receptionist was polite and lovely. When we arrived at the room, it was okay, clean and tidy. Following the general hotel standards, clean towels. The bathroom and bed were tidy and there were many plugs. The TV could watch many Thai channels, but in the room we stayed in, the air conditioner was at the end of the room. The bed was hidden from the air conditioner. So we turned on the air conditioner a bit cooler than usual. ❄️🥶 Breakfast included pho, various eggs, chicken congee, rice, stir-fried vegetables, and pate liver with bread. Pancakes, yogurt, chocolate cake 🤎 If you come to Pakse and don't have a place to stay, try looking here. For first-timers 🤍Pakse Hotel & Restaurant 🤍 GPS https://goo.gl/maps/XREeHv1LXR9x3Azm9 #trip #travellaos #southernlaos #paksehotel #pakseaccommodation #pakse #hotel #paksehotel #pakse

🪨🏛 Wat Phu Stone Castle, a world heritage site in Laos, is located in Champasak. It is a must-see tourist attraction when visiting southern Laos. It is said that Wat Phu Castle is a large temple for worshiping Shiva according to Brahman beliefs. Today, we will take everyone to visit it. 🚙🚙When you arrive at Wat Phu, from the parking lot in front, there will be locals selling small items. If you want to visit inside, you have to buy a ticket and take a tram for about 5 minutes. 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🚶... Once you get in the car and enter... the next step is walking. This is the peak because it is a long walk and the weather is very hot. You must have equipment ready: a hat, umbrella, water, a small fan or any fan. 🥵🥵 Which!! Walking flat is already tiring. When you reach the stairs, the wind is almost 555555. You have to be very careful when walking. Each step is short and long, not the same height. There are no handrails. You have to balance yourself well. Plus, you have to go up high. I can say in one word...tired!! But when I went up, the wind started to blow, it started to get a little cold. The view was beautiful, but it looked a bit dry. Many trees were withered and dead. But it was impressive. It was fun. I came to visit with my friends and family. #watphu #watphu #laostourism