Huay Xai is the capital of Bokeo, the province in Northwestern Laos. Lying on one side of the Mekong River’s bank, Huay Xai borders with Thailand on the other side. Huay Xai is a promising destination in Northern Laos with many exciting experiences exploring the indigenous nature as well as interacting with the local culture. Besides, the availability of transportation including waterways, roads, and airlines here is also a potential that makes Huay Xai getting more attractive to travellers.
Home to the famous Laotian gibbons, Bokeo Nature Reserve attracts tourists by not only the beauty of nature through exciting trekking routes into the jungles but also an intriguing experience of staying overnight in the treehouse which is around 40 meters-in-height from the ground. The package includes many adventurous activities such as trekking, zip-lining, and swimming. Obviously, it is not cheap, but many people are willing to try as they find it very superb and eco-friendly, especially they can witness the stunning vistas and lush tropical rainforests in the early morning from a place that could not be more wonderous.
Not actually a place for visiting, New Challenge Discovery is a young team helping tourists get a closer insight into nature as well as the local life in Bokeo province with outdoor activities including cycling, trekking, hiking, or kayaking in different spots during the tour depending on your inquiry. All the funds will be raised to support local children in the countryside. This is a great and meaningful experience that you can get outside with when in Huay Xai.
Daauw Village is a peaceful place that you may visit out of the centre of Huay Xai. The village offers some activities that you can join and do like a real local such as making traditional handicrafts in workshops, learning about Laotian food, and enjoy with people around the campfire. Through the visit, tourists will get a chance to check out a more original way of life in Laos.
Morning Market is the name of the main market in Huay Xai as the best time to visit the market here is in the early morning. This is the time that the whole market is the most vibrant with influxes of locals gather here for trading. A large offer of local products is available here from ethnic handicrafts, textiles to agriculture products or many other kinds of stuff. An early visit in the morning to the market would also help you have yourself some lovely gifts in Huay Xai.
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Observing rural life along the Mekong River on a traditional boat trip to Pakbeng
Learning everything about Asian giants at Mekong Elephant Park
Trekking through Muang La's dense jungles to remoted villages and isolated waterfall
Cycling around the sleepy town of Nong Khiaw to visit Nong Khiaw bridge and Pa Thok cave
Meeting friendly locals at traditional Hmong and Khmu villages on your trek to Nong Khiaw’s outskirt
Boating on the Mekong River to visit Pak Ou caves, a scared site with thousands of Buddhist statues
Experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of Luang Prabang and visiting its cultural heritage sites on a cycling tour
Taking a motorbike tour to Phousi Market, Kuang Si Waterfalls and few ethnic minority villages
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Visit notable sacred and beautiful temples in Chiang Rai
Uncover hidden charms of local villages and countryside scenery of Northern Thailand
Enjoy 2-day cruise down stream Mekong River from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang
Discover the sacred Pak Ou caves housing approximately two thousands Buddha statues
Take an impressive city tour around quaint town of Luang Prabang
View the spectacular natural scene and soak in azure pools of Kuang Si Falls
Indulge in Vang Vieng's rustic and charming rural and mountainous beauty
Tour around Vientiane's key tourist sites including Wat Sisaket, That Luang Monument, Patuxai Victory Arch
Sip a cup of a tea or coffee when visiting local plantations on the Bolovens plateau
Explore the ruins of Wat Phou fabulous temple - a significant heritage site in Champasak
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Visit the most sacred and beautiful temples in Chiang Rai: White Temple, Blue Temple, Wat Phra Kaew
Immerse in the fresh air and peaceful hills scenery of Doi Mae Salong and Doi Tung
Enjoy 2-day cruise down stream Mekong River from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang
Discover the sacred Pak Ou caves housing approximately two thousands Buddha statues
Take an impressive city tour around quaint town of Luang Prabang
View the spectacular natural scene and soak in azure pools of Kuang Si Falls
Witness the daily morning alms giving, the most sacred tradition of Laos
Indulge in Vang Vieng's rustic and charming rural beauty
Visit series of highlighted caves in Vang Vieng: Elephant Cave, Snail Cave, Water Cave
Tour around Vientiane's key tourist sites including Wat Sisaket, That Luang Monument, Patuxai Victory Arch
Board on leisure cruise exploring islets, and local fishing villages on the Nam Ngum Lake
Huay Xai Quick Facts
According to the 2015 census, the total population of Huay Xai is 70,170 people with the main religion is Buddhism
Situated along the Mekong River, the most common means of transport in Huay Xai is boats. Nowadays, roads and airlines are getting more available here
Huay Xai offers a tropical climate with the rainy season is during the summer months. The annual average temperature in Huay Xai is around 24oC
From here tourists can enter Thailand through the border crossing the Mekong River or continue the trip in Laos by cruises following the downstream to Pakbeng or Luang Prabang, etc…
Many travellers often choose Huay Xai as a base for a departure to the Bokeo Nature Reserve, where offers an experience of a lifetime: Gibbon Experience
The recommended time to visit Huay Xai is in the dry season, which lasts from October to April. During this time, especially winter months, the weather is mild, dry and clear. The chance of rainfall is also much less than the rainy season, which could help tourists enjoy the trip to Huay Xai completely.
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Bokeo Nature Reserves with Gibbon Experience
New Challenge Discovery
Daauw Village
Morning Market
Fort Carnot and Wat Chomkao Manylath
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