Southern Laos is often overshadowed by Luang Prabang and Vientiane. Yet, it is one of the country’s most captivating regions: the Bolaven Plateau, the Khmer ruins of Vat Phou, the Champassak plain, and the 4,000 Islands of the Mekong form an exceptionally rich itinerary.
Southern Laos Must-Sees
Vat Phou and Champassak
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Vat Phou is a Khmer temple predating Angkor, perched on a mountainside in a spectacular setting. The tranquil, colonial town of Champassak serves as its gateway.
Si Phan Don — The 4,000 Islands
At the southern tip of Laos, the Mekong disperses into thousands of islets. Don Det and Don Khon are the best known: life at the river’s pace, the Khon Phapheng Falls (the largest in Southeast Asia), and Irrawaddy dolphin watching.
The Bolaven Plateau
Unexpected coolness at 1,200 m altitude, coffee and tea plantations, waterfalls, and Alak and Katu villages: the Bolaven Plateau offers a pleasant surprise, contrasting with the heat of the lowlands.
How to organize a tour in Southern Laos?
Asia Safari offers Southern Laos tours ranging from 6 to 15 days, as one-way trips or combined with the central or northern parts of the country. Depending on your pace, we organize transportation (private van, slow boat, plane), accommodation, and local guides.
Contact us for a tailor-made itinerary in Southern Laos.
