Mekong Ports & Landings
Laos presents 18 ports and landing on The Mekong, each immersed in culture and history. Explore them on a multiday cruise, local boat, or kayak. Or, relax onshore and watch the world float by.

 

Upper Mekong Ports & Landings: Cruise into a hive of untapped nature, culture, and heritage along the Upper Mekong. Visit ports that once boomed as ancient trade hubs. Immerse yourself in Mekong riverside lifestyle. The Mekong opens the door to an authentic Lao experience.To meet the Upper Mekong Ports & Landings, click here.

Central Mekong Ports & Landings: Pop into Central Mekong ports and tap into great experiences. Soak in Vientiane Capital’s lively yet relaxing scene. Feel the presence of French colonial times in Thakaek and Savannakhet. Head up a Mekong tributary in Bolikhamxay.To meet the Central Mekong Ports & Landings, click here.

Lower Mekong Ports & Landings: Picture yourself as a 19th-century explorer, and embark on a Southern Laos cruise through the 4,000 Islands. See France’s industrial-age ingenuity to navigate rough waters, and explore a pre-Angkor civilization. Or simply relax on shore.To meet the Central Mekong Ports & Landings, click here.

Meet The Mighty Mekong

Meet The Upper Mekong

Meet The Central Mekong

Meet The Lower Mekong

History of The Mekong

Life on The Mekong

Staying Ashore

Recommended Experiences on The Mekong
AVANI+ Luang Prabang
AVANI+ Luang Prabang is located in the heart of the tiny and ancient town of Luang Prabang, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The two-storey hotel features 53 guest rooms, each with a private balcony or terrace overlooking a garden and courtyard spread across an open-plan living area. AVANI+ Luang Prabang offers deluxe rooms, pool view accommodation and AVANI Suites. The hotel features a restaurant, bistro bar, AVANISPA, AVANIFIT gym, a 25-metre outdoor lap pool and pool bar, and multi-purpose indoor and outdoor facilities for conferences and events.
AVANI+ Luang Prabang +856 71 262333
Mekong Kingdoms
Embark on a journey of dreams and discovery on Southeast Asia's most beguiling waterway. Mekong Kingdoms is pioneering a stylish new way of exploring the Mekong: modern boats, bespoke interiors, interesting itineraries and a playful, artistic spirit. The five-vessel fleet includes the 2-cabin Gypsy for luxurious wilderness escapes, and the 13-cabin Bohème for the ultimate in cruising. Experience the Mekong’s sights and sounds and Luang Prabang's cultural sites from Play’s suspended lounge and well-stocked bar. Or, board the Nomad for a real feel of the Mekong, with a butler, champagne, and sunset views. Experience the spectacular, mysterious heart of Asia with Mekong Kingdoms.
Mekong Kingdoms +856 71 255 001
Shompoo Cruise
Cruise the Mekong in comfort on Shompoo. With 10 years’ experience in navigating the 2-day cruise between Luang Prabang and Houay Xay at the Thai border, Shompoo knows what passengers want and deliver. The spacious vessel’s rosewood-and-teak deck holds 10 tables with 40 seats. A bar and lounge occupy the back, and a sundeck sits on the bow. Shompoo’s English-speaking guide takes you to Whiskey Village and Pak Ou Caves, with hundreds of ancient Buddha statues. You’ll also visit villages, which Shompoo supports with school supplies. On-board lunches present authentic Lao cuisine, and Shompoo offers a range of accommodation options for the Pakbeng stay.
Shompoo Cruise +856 71 213 189
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