Shangri Lao Half Day Expedition
Shangi-Lao, just outside of Luang Prabang is a little paradise. This resently opened camp provides you wilderness and luxery combined. Sourounded by the jungle and close to the Nam Khan River it is an one in a lifetime experience. This is a one day, overnight expedition from the Shangri Lao Explorer Camp around the Huay Sae valley,
traveling by elephant, returning via our custom-built bamboo raft.
On arrival, you will get an introductory tour of the camp where your guide will teach you about elephants. You can talk with our veterinarian in the hospital, feed the elephants and relax by the riverside.
Your expedition begins with an elephant ride through diverse landscape. It is impressing how safe and secure the gentle giants make their way along the smallest jungle paths. After crossing the river, the trail takes you through teak forest and jungle over the hills to reach the beautiful Tad Sae Waterfall. Along the way you can stop to see the amazing scenery of the Nam Khan River Valley.
Rest at the Tad Sae Waterfall and enjoy this beautiful place with its fantastic limestone formations and turquoise blue pools in the forest. Coming from the mountains, the Huay Sae stream ends here falling over several cascades into the Nam Khan River. Refresh and swim in the natural pools.
Down at the Nam Khan River, a luxury bamboo raft is waiting to take you back. Enjoy the taste of typical Lao food for lunch on board, relax and watch the traditional village life of farmers and fishermen along the river. Slowly floating down the river, the relaxing 1 hour journey will bring you back to the camp.
| Activities | From |
| Natural Dyes & Weaving Class - Lao Textiles - 1 Day | USD 60 |
| Tamarind Cooking Course | USD 32 |
| Cycling to Ban Na (1 day) | USD 29 |
| A Gentle Outdoor Walking Tour | USD 64 |
| Shangri Lao Full Day Expedition | USD 126 |
| Rice Experience | USD 44 |
| Weaving Class - Lao Textiles - 1/2 Day (PM) | USD 40 |
| Lunch Cruise and Pak Ou Caves | USD 25 |
| Kuangsi Trekking and Foraging | USD 63 |
| Fish Like a Local | USD 65 |
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