From Luang Prabang: Kuang Si Waterfall Trek & Free the Bears Kuang Si Waterfall Trek and Free the Bears - Join-in
ID: GYG1522525-2323602
Category:
Country: Laos
Duration:
1 days
Description
Trek through lush forests and local villages on a guided tour from Luang Prabang. Swim in the pools of Kuang Si Waterfall and visit the Free the Bears Visitor Center.
Begin your adventure with a drive from Luang Prabang to the nearby mountains just outside of the city. Arrive at Ban Long Lao Village, where your hiking tour begins. Before trekking, explore the life and culture of this village, home to Khmu and Hmong people. See the work of the Fair Trek project, a beautiful clay-built bungalow used for overnight tours to experience local village life and culture.
Continue trekking into the mountainous Lao countryside of Luang Prabang. Pass orchards, rice fields, and vegetable gardens before reaching the forested mountains with wild jungle scenery and some graded climbs.
In the afternoon, arrive at the crystal-clear Kuang Si Waterfall. An exciting forest trail leads you to the end of your trek and your reward: the welcoming and refreshing pools of Kuang Si Waterfall, where you will have plenty of time to relax and swim.
While in the Kuang Si Waterfall park, visit the Free the Bears Visitor Center. Find great information about Asian sun and moon bears and the Free the Bears protection program. You are welcome to support the project with a donation or by buying a real "Free the Bears" T-shirt.
Return to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon.
Highlights
- Trek through lush forests and local villages to reach Kuang Si Waterfall
- Explore the life and culture of the Khmu and Hmong people in Ban Long Lao
- Pass orchards, rice fields, and vegetable gardens as you hike
- Relax and swim in the refreshing pools of Kuang Si Waterfall
- Visit the Free the Bears Visitor Center and learn about bear conservation
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The trek is of medium difficulty and can be slippery when wet
The trek is mainly flat with a rocky section up and down a small hill
INCLUDED
- Transportation (about 2 hours total driving time)
- English-speaking, local licensed guides
- Lunch (vegetarian option available), fresh fruit, and drinking water
- Entrance fees, permissions and village project contributions
NOT INCLUDED
- Specialty drinks and food
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.