Home to beautiful waterfalls, jungles, and islands on the legendary Mekong River, Champasak is an attractive destination in Laos. As a southwest province of the country, Champasak owns its charm of diverse beauty from nature, history, to Buddhism, culture, and local life. If you’re planning to explore exotic Laos, here could be a great stop in your voyage to the land of million elephants.
Wat Phou (Mountain Temple) is a Heritage Site of Khmer Kingdom’s Ruins in Laos. Comprising ancient architectures of the Khmer Empire before they moved to the South, Wat Phou is quite similar to Angkor Wat Complex in Cambodia. This Angkor Temple Ruin is the pride of Lao people by its values of history, art, and culture. Also, the place offers gorgeous surrounding scenery from the mountain’s top which is well-worth climbing.
The plateau covers a large area of several Laos’ provinces but the region in Champasak is one of the most attractive spots due to its distinct beauties of nature, ethnic villages and indigenous culture. Tourists can take a trip out of Pakse to the Northeast and find many things-to-see in the region including beautiful waterfalls like Tad Fane (the highest waterfall in Laos) or Tad Yuang (a wonderful waterfall in a glorious natural setting), local tribal villages and market, coffee plantations, etc.
Pakse, Champasak’s provincial capital, is a charming riverside town that is a must-stop destination in the region. As the land of the Champasak Kingdom in Laos, also used to be a French outpost, Pakse has many attractive spots with influences from different cultures such as Wat Luang Temple, Golden Buddha Statue, or Chompet Stone Sculpture Village with the distinctive Laos culture, several French colonial architectures, or vibrant Daoheuang Market with a wide range of eateries, souvenirs, and local merchandises.
Lao is a landlocked country but there is a place in Laos called the land of 4000 islands – Si Phan Don. Actually, the region is a part of the Mekong River before entering Cambodia and forms a group of small islets in the middle of the river. Among the islands here, Don Khong is the largest island. Don Khone and Don Det are other islands worth visiting for discoveries of the rustic local life here. There are two jaw-dropping waterfalls: Tad Somphamit Waterfalls and Khone Phapheng Falls that you should not miss when in Si Phan Don.
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Visit scenic Bolaven Plateau - Pakse's highlight, a mountainous region home to many hill tribes and coffee and tea plantations.
Stops at Tad Fane and Tad Yuang waterfalls, two Bolaven's most beautiful waterfalls
Pay a leisure walking tour to visit UNESCO Heritage Site of Wat Phou, one of the Lao people’s most revered temples
Discover 4000 islands, one of the roughest parts of Mekong River with 3 mains stop: Don Khong, Don Den and Don Khone
Explore relaxed atmosphere of UNESCO protected town of Luang Prabang
Partake in unique Laos’ traditions: daily morning almsgiving and Baci ceremony
Visit Wat Xieng Thong and many beautiful temples in Luang Prabang
Cruise leisurely along the mighty Mekong to visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves
Kuang Si waterfall – One of the most beautiful falls in Laos
Experience a jeep tour through coffee fields, waterfalls and ethnic minority villages in Bolaven Plateau
Discover Wat Phou, ancient temple ruins in the countryside of Champasak
Enjoy the laidback atmosphere in the 4000 island region
Soak in the grace of the UNESCO-listed exquisite town of Luang Prabang and visit Royal Palace Museum, Mount Phousi, Wat Xiengthong, Pak Ou Caves
Partake in unique Laos’ traditions: daily morning almsgiving and Baci ceremony
Experience rural life in Luang Prabang’s countryside and Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center
Have fun with adorable elephants at Elephant Village
Kayak around the tiny islands on Nam Ngum Lake
Explore Vientiane, the peaceful capital of Laos with its fantastic temples: Wat Si Muang, Wat Sisaket, Wat Prakeo
Visit the country's impressive landmarks: That Luang, Patuxay Monument
Discover the hill tribe villages and stunning scenery surrounding Bolaven Plateau
Visit Wat Phou, ancient temple ruins in the countryside of Champasak
Enjoy the laidback atmosphere in the 4000 island region
Observe the lifestyles and daily activities of local people from Khmu, H’mong and Lao loum villages
Visit the bear rescued centre and main waterfalls in the Kuang Si waterfalls area
Drive a scooter to the Elephant Village to meet Asian gentle elephants and relax at Tad Sea waterfall nearby
Witness the peaceful morning alms giving ritual and the vibrant Phousi Market
Go kayaking on the Nam Song River and biking to Tham Poukham cave
Take in the beautiful scenery over the Nam Ngum Lake on a boat trip
Discover the unusual Buddha Park in Vientiane
Enjoy a day out in Bolaven Plateau with coffee plantations and stunning waterfalls
Experience the tree top ziplines and overnight stay in treehouse
Explore Wat Phou, one of the oldest archaeological sites in Laos
Unwind in the sleepy vibe of the 4000 islands area and visit beautiful waterfalls: Li Phi & Khone Phapheng
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Explore Vientiane’s cultural and historic landmarks, such as the Buddha Park and the Patuxai Monument, Wat Sisaket, and Wat Phra Keo
Travel southern to the stunning Bolaven Plateau, famous for its waterfalls, coffee plantations, and ethnic villages
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wat Phou, an ancient Khmer Hindu temple ruin
Spend a day hiking around Phou Asa Mountain and admire its enigmatic ruins
Discover fascinating colonial and Laotian heritage and architecture in Luang Prabang: visit ancient temples, witness the daily alms-giving ceremony, and indulge in delicious local food
Embark on a boat ride along the Mekong River and discover the mysterious Pak Ou Caves
Experience waterfalls, wildlife, and local workshops in Luang Prabang
Join an exciting adventure of kayaking, caving, and tubing in Vang Vieng
Relax and cool off in the turquoise waters of Blue Lagoon
Champasak Quick Facts
Champasak borders with Thailand to the west, Cambodia to the south, and other 3 Laos’ provinces
The total area of Champasak is around 15,415 km2 with the total population calculated to 2015 is 694,023 people
Pakse is the provincial town of Champasak, where is the trading centre of the entire province with many cultural sites
The weather in Champasak is tropical with rainfall mainly focuses during the summertime. Lying to the Southernmost of Laos, the annual average temperature here is fairly high, which is around 27.5oC. The average precipitation in Champasak is 2108mm
Champasak is one of the provinces in Laos that possesses the most diverse natural condition as well as tourism potentials with a wide range of tourist activities in different aspects
Similar to many other provinces in Laos, the best time to visit Champasak is during the dry season or winter months, which starts from late October until April next year. During this time, the weather is pretty dry, clear, and has less chance of heavy rainfalls which could prevent tourist activities.
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Wat Phou
Bolaven Plateau
Pakse
Si Phan Don ( 4000 islands)
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