About this trip
PRIVATE: HALF-DAY | PADDLE THROUGH THE JUNGLE
Head into the mountains and jungle outside of Luang Prabang to kayak down the Nam Khan River. During the rainy season you'll take an extended route on exciting, swifter water surrounded by lush vegetation. In the dry season, exposed banks allow us to stop for interesting sights along the way.
Advanced Booking
Must book 3 days before your start date or contact us to confirm any earlier booking.
Cancellation Policy
- 3 days before the tour start date - 50% fee in addition to any 3rd party charges.
- 2 days before the tour start date - 75% fee in addition to any 3rd party charges.
- 1 day before the tour start date or NO SHOW - 100% fee
Refund amount to your credit card account would take 2-5 business days
What to bring?
- Hat and Sunglasses
- Fully charged Camera
- Sunblock
- Rain Gear (in season)
- Personal Toiletries
- Personal Medicine
- Small backpack to carry water and other belongings
- Small amount of cash for beers/soft drinks/tips/souvenirs/etc
What’s included
- English Speaking Guide
- Drinking Water
- Meal (s)as described in the itinerary
- Transportationas described in the itinerary
- Entrance Fessas described in the itinerary
- Taxes & Travel Permit
- Specialty drink & snack
- Tips for guide
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Itinerary
High water season, September to February:
You'll ride about 25 minutes to the Tiger Trail Adventure Camp on the banks of the Nam Khan River where we'll review kayaking basics and safety before heading down the river. Nam Khan River conditions vary widely.
During the high water season the river is swollen, flowing well, and winds through stunning lush jungle, rice paddies, local villages, and elephant camps (where you might catch a glimpse of them splashing on the river banks).
This 20 km easy-medium run usually takes 3-4 hours with breaks. We'll end just under the Luang Prabang city bridge where we meet the truck for a 15 minute return ride. We have the option to make the route shorter to approx 9 km and 2 hours. Please ask our staff.
Low water season, March to August:
During the dry season the river is significantly lower and exposes white sand beaches and riverbanks where we can stop for photo ops, river-jumping from trees, and to visit Henri Mahout’s resting site in the jungle a short walk from the river.
This 11 km easy run (including some rapids) usually takes about 3 hours with breaks. We'll beach the kayaks at a local's favorite spot, Geang Noun, before transferring you back to the city by vehicle.