At Asia Safari Laos, our primary objective is to offer our clients a high-quality travel experience that is environmentally friendly and affordable, while supporting the protection and development of the destinations and communities we visit.
Asia Safari Laos is committed to promoting sustainable development in all aspects of its operations. This policy reflects our commitment to minimizing negative impacts on social, cultural, economic, and environmental levels, and also includes considerations relating to the health and safety of our employees. Ultimately, we hope to positively influence our partners to do the same.
We report on our sustainability progress against a recognised international framework, and we are committed to communicating our performance to our clients, partners and stakeholders every two years.
Our efforts are part of a long-term commitment: more than 100 criteria covering sustainability management, office operations, supply-chain collaboration and customer communication. We continue to improve with a view to certification.
1. Legal Compliance
Asia Safari Laos complies with Lao regulations regarding human resources, human rights, children’s rights, land rights, environmental management, protection of flora and wildlife, and land use. We practice a zero-tolerance policy toward bribery, corruption, discrimination, and violation of human rights, including forced labor, human trafficking, and non-compliance with children’s rights.
2. Internal Management: Social Policy and Human Rights
Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our employees is paramount. We uphold strict safety standards and advocate for a healthy work-life balance, establishing a fair employment policy, guaranteeing diversity and equality, fair wages, and development and learning opportunities.
3. Environmental Management
We strive to reduce our ecological footprint by implementing environmentally friendly practices, such as waste reduction, energy conservation, and sustainable sourcing.
Water Management: The agency has installed a water filter in its offices to make tap water drinkable and, ultimately, eradicate the use of plastic bottles. Our sanitary facilities are equipped with water-saving mechanisms.
Paper Management: All employees work on a shared server where work-related materials are stored. The agency sends its important documents and brochures electronically only, significantly reducing the use of printed paper. We do not print any brochures.
Supply Purchasing Policy: Asia Safari Laos is committed to sourcing products and services responsibly, sustainably, and locally, to minimize harmful effects on people, culture, and the environment. Whenever possible, we limit the purchase of products with plastic packaging.
Waste Management and Recycling: Asia Safari Laos collaborates with Zero Waste Laos, an organization that undertakes recycling and sustainable waste management initiatives (https://www.zerowastelaos.org/). Zero Waste Laos recently opened a sorting center where waste brought in is sorted, reused, transformed, or recovered for its materials.
Lighting and Energy Consumption: Office lighting is provided by low-energy LED bulbs. We favor natural light and turn off lights in unused rooms.
The most energy-intensive item in the office is air conditioning. Asia Safari Laos therefore favors the use of fans instead of air conditioning when temperatures and weather conditions permit.
Electronic Equipment: All electronic equipment (computers, printers, coffee machine, fans…) is plugged into power strips with switches that are turned off when not in use. Computers are automatically put to sleep after 20 minutes of inactivity.
4. General Policy Toward Suppliers
We are committed to rigorously selecting partners and suppliers who demonstrate strong alignment with our values: a commitment to local communities, environmental conservation efforts, and their sustainability certification or adherence to sustainable tourism practices. Our agency is actively involved in supporting community initiatives with significant impact, by supporting local development projects in the areas of environment, education, and healthcare.
5. Transportation
Whenever possible, Asia Safari Laos is committed to offering its clients the most environmentally friendly means of transportation, such as high-speed rail or electric alternatives, taking into account safety, distance, price, and comfort.
Our travel agency is committed to reducing our carbon footprint as much as possible and offsetting our remaining carbon emissions.
6. Accommodations
Asia Safari Laos makes it a point of honor to select accommodations that are already certified sustainable. If no certified accommodation is available in the destination, Asia Safari Laos is committed to choosing the most sustainable option that meets the safety, comfort, and price standards required by clients.
Our team regularly conducts inspections to ensure the establishments’ commitment to sustainable development and their initiatives in this area.
7. Activities and Excursions
Asia Safari Laos is committed to offering only sustainable and ethical excursions and activities that benefit local communities, respect animal welfare, and support environmental protection. The agency prohibits excursions that harm the environment and natural resources, that involve the exploitation of human beings and children of any kind, animal abuse, or that would be non-compliant with local, regional, and national regulations.
During excursions that are environmentally, socially, or culturally sensitive, clear guidelines are communicated to clients and enforced by excursion providers to ensure sustainable respect for local culture.
8. Tour Leaders, Local Representatives, and Guides
Asia Safari Laos only works with French-speaking or English-speaking guides licensed by the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism, who have in-depth knowledge of Laos, its history, beliefs and religions, and customs. They are best positioned to accompany and inform travelers about Lao culture and customs.
9. Destinations
Advising and designing personalized trips requires good knowledge of the terrain, places, infrastructure, and local stakeholders. Asia Safari has decided to limit its offering to Laos and maintains this knowledge through frequent scouting trips to all corners of the country. Our Franco-Lao biculturalism and our market experience are major assets for understanding the country, its mentality, its strengths, and its weaknesses.
10. Communication and Consumer Protection
Protecting our clients’ privacy is our priority. This is why we apply a clear privacy policy (https://www.asiasafari-laos.com/politique-de-confidentialite/).
Asia Safari Laos strives to be sincere in all situations and at all times. We offer products and services that correspond to what we announce in our communications. Clients are informed of the social and environmental impact of their trip. Asia Safari Laos maintains open lines of communication with its clients and encourages feedback at any time and on all subjects, particularly on sustainable development.
The company wants all of its clients’ experiences to be positive and applies strict policies regarding health and safety, marketing, and excursions to ensure client satisfaction.
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Why choose Asia Safari for your trip to Laos?
With Asia Safari, you plan your tailor-made trip directly with a local English-speaking team. Our agency has been based in Vientiane since 2002. Its founder, Jean-Paul Duvergé, has worked in Laos since 2000. Our guides are Lao, our accommodations are hand-picked, and each itinerary is tailor-made. The result: a vibrant, fair trip, without unnecessary frills.
- Local English-speaking agency: we speak your language and know the country from the inside
- Zero intermediaries: you deal directly with the local team
- Truly tailor-made: no fixed catalog — each trip is unique
- Since 2002, Asia Safari has been creating tailor-made journeys in Laos, drawing on the experience its founder has gained in the country since 2000.
How does our tailor-made service work?
1. You send us your request (dates, budget, desires, profile)
2. We send you an initial response within 24 working hours, followed by a detailed proposal within 48 working hours of receiving the necessary information: your itinerary, accommodation and a quote specifying the services included.
3. We refine the proposal together, adjusting the itinerary, accommodation and activities to suit your expectations and budget.
4. We coordinate the services included in your itinerary on the ground: guides, transport, accommodation and activities.
When to visit Laos?
From November to February, the weather is generally drier and temperatures are milder. March and April are often hotter. The rainy season, from May to October, brings lush green landscapes; we adapt the itinerary and transport to local conditions.
Laos, the heart of your Indochina tour
Laos is often the surprise of a trip: uncrowded, authentic, with a quiet beauty. Asia Safari makes Laos much more than a stopover — we make it the central experience of your stay, before or after Vietnam, Cambodia, or Thailand.
Our travel ideas for Laos and neighbouring countries
Laos + Cambodia: from the temples of Luang Prabang to Angkor, shape a journey combining cultural heritage and Mekong scenery. A visit to Tonlé Sap can complement the itinerary, depending on your interests and the time available.
Laos + Vietnam: Two contrasting countries — the calm of Laos and the energy of Vietnam. From Hanoi to Vientiane or vice versa.
Northern Laos + Yunnan: from the landscapes of Yunnan to the mountains of northern Laos, the Laos–China railway can connect some of the stops on your journey. We plan the route with you, in either direction.
Grand Indochina Tour (40 days): Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand — a memorable trip for life.
Tips for preparing your multi-country tour
Visas: each country has its own rules — Asia Safari guides you through all procedures.
Duration: we adapt the number of stops to the time you have available. For a trip combining two countries, we consider the regions you want to explore, travel between destinations and your preferred pace.
Seasons: seasons vary by country — we help you choose the best window.
Budget: the cost of a multi-country trip depends on its length, the season, the number of travellers, accommodation and transport between destinations. We prepare a personalised quote specifying the services included and any expenses to budget for separately.
Our Story
Jean-Paul Duvergé has worked in Laos since 2000. In 2002, he founded Asia Safari in Vientiane to design tailor-made trips in Laos and Indochina. Today, the agency’s French-Lao team plans each itinerary with its travellers and coordinates arrangements on the ground with its local guides and partners.
What sets us apart
A team on the ground: based in Vientiane, we plan your trip using our knowledge of Laos and information from our local partners. We take the seasons, travel conditions and accommodation into account when designing your itinerary.
We speak your language: our team supports you in English, from planning your trip to assistance during your stay. English-speaking guided visits are arranged according to your itinerary.
Direct contact with our team: you speak with the people who plan your trip and coordinate its organisation on the ground. Your quote specifies the price of your trip and the services included.
Tailor-made journeys: our suggested itineraries are starting points. We adapt the destinations, pace, accommodation and activities to your dates, wishes and budget.
Our commitment
We give preference to local accommodation providers and partners. When visiting villages, we take care to respect residents and their customs. Our approach also aims to help preserve the cultural and natural sites that make Laos special.
Laos in figures
Laos covers 236,800 km² and had a population of around 7.9 million in 2025. Its capital is Vientiane, its official language is Lao and its currency is the Lao kip (LAK). Theravada Buddhism is the main religion. The country is in the UTC+7 time zone.
Laos must-sees
Luang Prabang: Former royal capital, a UNESCO World Heritage site, its golden temples, French colonial houses, and gentle way of life make it an undeniable favorite.
Vientiane: The human-sized capital — That Luang, Patuxai, and the banks of the Mekong are worth a visit.
Vang Vieng: Surrounded by limestone karsts, ideal for kayaking, caving, and hiking.
Southern Laos and 4000 Islands: Champassak, the Vat Phou temples (UNESCO), the Bolaven Plateau, and the Mekong islands.
Lao culture
Theravada Buddhism has an important place in Laos, alongside a variety of cultural traditions. In Luang Prabang, the monks’ morning alms round is a religious ritual to observe with discretion and respect. Boun Pi Mai, Lao New Year in April, and Boun Ok Phansa, which marks the end of the Buddhist rains retreat, are among the events that shape the year.
Nature and biodiversity
The forests and protected areas of Laos are home to a variety of wildlife, including Asian elephants, gibbons and sun bears. Rivers, mountains and plateaus offer many opportunities to explore nature.
