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Waterfalls and rainforests of the Bolaven plateau

Southern trip in Laos

Route: Pakse - Bolaven Plateau

At the centre of the Bolaven plateau, in Southern Laos, lays an oasis of waterfalls surrounded by a rainforest filled with lush green trees. The charming wooden cabins in the tranquil Eco lodge you'll be staying at offer a spectacular view of the 200 metre high twin falls. This remote Southern Laos accommodation amidst towering trees is an excellent starting point for hikes and travels through nature and refreshing baths in the waterfalls during your treks.

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Duration	3 days / 2 nights Departs daily from Pakse	Accommodation	Two nights in a charming eco lodge with private facilities (see our photos). Level 3 (see accommodation)
Price	£125 per person - based on 2 people sharing	Includes	Transportation from Pakse to Tad Fane, accommodation with breakfast
Transport	Car	Excludes	Transfer from Tad Fane back to Pakse, all other meals and excursions

Day 1: Pakse - Bolaven plateau

It's day one of this trip in Laos and you'll arrive in Pakse by public bus from Cambodia or by bus or plane from Vientiane or Luang Prabang and a private transfer will be waiting to take you to Tad Fane. You'll travel straight through the southern Laos countryside past villages, temples and farmland. The well paved road will change into sandy roads as you near the green Bolaven plateau. The resort that you'll be staying in is hidden amidst the dense rainforest across from two foaming waterfalls. The water plunges 200 metres down a gorge; an amazing sight. You'll be able to enjoy your green surroundings from your veranda or while on a trek through the natural wilderness.

Day 2: Bolaven plateau

The Bolaven plateau, in Southern Laos, lies approximately at an altitude of 1200 metres. Because of this, the climate on the plateau is pleasantly cool, even during the summer. During the summer months you can expect rain showers from time to time that will give the entire area a wonderfully green hue. The villages on the plateau are only accessible via sand trails; this is one of the reasons why the area is so genuine. Many minorities live in the area such as the Laven, Katu and the Alak. The people here are known for their hand-woven materials and tattoos in the face, both heavily influenced by the Khmer.

The eco-lodge you'll be staying at during your trip in Laos is located amidst the Dong Hua Sao natural reserve. The resort organises hikes through the area known for its many waterfalls and diverse flora.

Day 3: Bolaven plateau - End of trip in Laos

This southern trip in Laos finishes this morning.

Most travellers make their own way back to Pakse, if however you're planning to continue your Laos travels with our Laos islands trip, then you'll be collected from your hotel this morning and transferred back to Pakse.

From Pakse you can either take a plane or a night bus to Vientiane or travel on to Luang Prabang where you can continue travelling with more of our Laos trips. If you would like to travel to Thailand, take a bus from Pakse to Ubon Ratchathani and then board the night train to Bangkok.

We can arrange transportation between each module to each new destination for you if you wish.

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