F04 Elephant Mahout Experience, Kayay to Pak Ou Caves & Sunset Mekong

Luang Prabang, ラオス

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Manifa Travel
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Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 999
F04 Elephant Mahout Experience, Kayay to Pak Ou Caves & Sunset Mekong
Luang Prabang, ラオス

Manifa Travel
  • Email address verified
154 reviews

Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 999

About this trip

Early morning pickup from 8:15 – 09:00 am, then we leave for the Nam Ou river. We drive northward  to Ban Soum Sa nouk.  From there we start kayak on the Nam Ou River. We enjoy a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside and see a wonderful nature built limestone cliffs called Pha Aen on the way. 1 hour kayaking takes us to the first destination the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, Pak Ou.




Upon arrival at Pak Ou, we visit the famous Pak Ou Caves – two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by devoted pilgrims. Exploring the caves about 30 min, we start the second course of the kayaking on the Mekong River. We paddle down the Mekong for 30 minutes until we ended our journey at Manifa Elephant Camp. There we enjoy a beautiful buffet style lunch at the restaurant – overlooking the Mekong River.




After lunch break, you will visit the mahout (elephant handler) village in Manifa Elephant Camp and learn about their daily routine as you watch a demonstration of an elephant health check. Your guide will explain the elephants while you watch as they examine the elephant’s eyes, ears, mouth, and feet and measure the body.


You will learn how to introduce yourself to your elephant and how to mount your elephant to ride bareback. Then you will have an intimate interaction with one of our elephant families. (One elephant for one person) You will ride your elephant and explore the jungle. These interactions and riding provide elephants with opportunities for exercise and stress relief. Finally you feed and care for your elephant with organic vegetables and fruits.


We will return to Luang Prabang by boat. Enjoy the sunset.

What’s included

  • All transportation
  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • All activities
  • Lunch
    Fried Fish with Tamarind Sauce, Chicken Curry, Fried Mix Vegetables, Spaghetti, Boiled Egg, Bread, Steamed Rice, Luang Prabang Salad, Fresh Vegetables, Seasonal fruits, Coffee, Tea, Drinking Water
  • Drinking Water
  • 5% of tax
    for local development

Available Packages

Adult

price per person

$45
Child (age 4-11)

price per person

If we have other participants for kayak, we will refund $25 after your tour. 

$36

Your Organizer


MT
Manifa Travel
154 reviews
Manifa Travel is an adventure tour operator from Luang Prabang Laos. Our Main office is in the historical area of Luang Prabang city, Sakkaline Rd, Vat Sene village, opposite of Villa Santi hotel.

Reviews

Amazing experience with the Mahouts and the elephants. The place to sleep is like heaven, you should recommend 3 days 2 nights! And the food really nice.
By Mario A for [EUR] 2 days 1 nights Manifa Elephant Camp on Nov 10, 2024
I absolutely loved this tour. Riding and feeding the elephant were a great and enjoyable experience. The lunch buffet was beyond my expectations. The waterfall is incredible beautiful!!
By Simone C for [EUR] F08 MAHOUT BASIC TRAINING PROGRAM on Nov 05, 2024
Our Trip to Laos was a very nice experience. The guides Thon in Van Vientiane and Thin were very helpful, polite and gave us many information about the places we visited. The transportation was very good with one exception: we had to take a public bus from Nong Kiaw to manifa elefant park. We had to wait more than an hour until the bus was full. If I book your service as a travel agent, I don’t expect to take a public bus.
By Ana Regina V for [Ana] Private Laos trip on Nov 05, 2024
Perfect organization. Confortable vehicle. Professional guide.
By Ángel Luis S for Half Day Kuang Si Waterfalls & Hmong village (H04) on Oct 11, 2024
I enjoyed joining this trip. The contents were good. Also, the guide was so kind. I appreciate him. If I have a chance, I want to join again. Thank you.
By UTAE N for [EUR] F17-2 Sunset Cruise to Pak Ou Caves Kuang Si Falls, Villages on Sep 26, 2024
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