Kuang Si Falls
Kuang Si Falls
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Less than an hour away from Luang Prabang, Kuang Si Falls is known for its milky turquoise waters. There are multiple pools scattered throughout the area; the main pool has rope swings, and an overhanging tree limb from which you can jump into the water. There's also lookout point just a short hike away, which offers panoramic views of Lao’s countryside. The falls are easily accessible and are beautiful throughout the day but visit early for fewer crowds. There are changing facilities, and several eateries in the area where you can relax and take in the views. – Tripadvisor
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- ian o30 contributionsDefinitely worth a visit.Took the scooter from the town taking about 45mins nice and slowly. 2000kip to park scooter, can't remember price to get in but wasn't a fortune. Electric buggy to the entrance(butterfly park was closed because it was a Thursday). Saw some bears in a enclosure. Walked up the trail along side the falls. You can swim in some of the pools which is great on a hot day. The main Waterfall is very picturesque even at the end of the dry season. Would i recommend? Yes definitely.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 March 2023
- Maureen T39 contributionsNatural beauty at its bestThese falls are definitely worth the drive. Unlike the lagoons of Vang Vieng these are in their natural state and stunning. We walked around the top which is a bit precarious in places but worth the views. At the end we ate some Delicious oil seed starting with M …. Wish I had bought a big bag of them as they are a delicious snack it was also fantastic to see the rescue bears being treated so well. A cause worth supporting!Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 April 2023
- kotovamTunis, Tunisia18 contributionsMust doThe beauty of this place will be your reason to go there. Grab your bikini, towel and water shoes for this experience. The water was very cold for me, but i did an effort to swim. And some places were very slippery, that is why you need water shoes. Crowd is a part of scenery.Visited February 2023Written 5 April 2023
- Russell C2 contributions7/10 for the day out. Tuk Tuk ride a little hard on the bum but good to see the fallsPicturesque waterfall, bit of a climb to the very top and worth it only to say you did it. Lower falls look good, pools OK for swimming in although not crystal clear waters due to the number of tourists in them. That's probably the worst thing, just too many people, but it's an accessible site so it's to be expected. 7/10Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 13 May 2023
- Craig AMelbourne, Australia137 contributionsBeautiful falls.Left Luang Prabang via private taxi early to avoid all the tour buses...and glad I did. Hardly no-one there before midday, had the opportunity to swim in all the pools without all the other tourists. Beautiful pools and surrounds, well worth the visit.Visited May 2023Written 29 May 2023
- Jan GHasselt, Belgium158 contributionsDo it!Beautiful falls, a cool heaven in a hot Laos. Sadly enough it attracts more and more visitors, but it's worth while as long as it doesn't get worse (the number of tourists). It's starting to develop in a tourist trap, but the falls are beautifull and swimming in them is indeed the coolest thing to do out there (litteralry). It's 25000 kip for foreigners, they have a bear sanctuary, support them please, the bears seem not to be very happy. EnjoyVisited May 2023Travelled soloWritten 30 May 2023
- Brooke BDeWitt, Michigan13 contributionsBeautiful falls, get there early!The falls are gorgeous! We arrived before it was too busy. The bear sanctuary was a bonus to walk through and experience. The kids swam for a bit and we hiked all the way to the top. The water was cool and clean, and there were so many different water pools to explore.Visited June 2023Written 7 July 2023
- rperalta63Palm Springs, California23 contributionsGreat trip to the Falls. Worth the trip!We visited the falls after our driver said that there was still plenty of water (and not too much water) in them. The falls were beautiful. It’s quite an extensive area and we probably spent about two hours there. We also stopped for a drink at the little cafe near the top of the falls. Be sure to go all the way to the top — it’s not that hard and worth the effort. Our driver was Somsay. You can reach him on WhatsApp at +856 20 52 990 009. Highly recommended.Visited July 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 22 July 2023
- Travis SC29 contributionsIncredible siteThe falls themselves are quite an incredible site. The water cascades over limestone rocks with lush greenery framing the picture. The lovely turquoise colored pools of water made the experience truly magical. The water was quite cold in comparison to the ambient temperature so it was a great way to cool off on the hot humid day.Visited July 2023Travelled soloWritten 4 September 2023
- dgtravelbugWollongong, Australia117 contributionsBeautiful natural retreatSet within a national park the falls and surrounding forest are a beautiful escape from Luang Prabang. The 1 hour drive is scenic through villages and rice fields and lots of little bridges over creeks. The road is not well kept and full of pot holes so a car or van is more comfortable. There is no need to take a tour, just get your hotel to organise their favourite driver and off you go. If you go in the morning you will miss the tour groups that arrive in the afternoon. Once you pay the incredibly cheap entrance fee you are shuttled about 2km up the road in electric buggies to the forest. We walked straight up the road to the top viewing area and then made our way down along the forest trail that follows the falls. There are several pools that you can swim in, and one we had all to ourselves! The most popular pool was quite gravelly underneath but one of the others was full of sharp rocks which can’t be seen because of the cloudy water. The water was cool but very refreshing once you are in. The bear sanctuary appeared to be under renovation when we visited but we were still able to view some bears in two of the enclosures. We easily spent 3 hours at the falls including a visit to the Butterfly Sanctuary.Visited September 2023Travelled with familyWritten 26 September 2023
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Matthew W
Hayward, CA76 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
When I first pulled into the parking lot I couldn’t believe my eyes. Tour vans as far as the eye could see. Hundreds of people jockeying to get onto the shuttle to the falls. Despite the crowds no one was really swimming in the beautiful, crystal clear water. Only a handful. I stayed in the bottom pool and at times had the entire waterfall to myself. It was a great way to escape the heat. It was definitely a beautiful waterfall and refreshing.
Written 8 March 2024
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Paul Devon-Row
Kent, UK621 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Very picturesque from the bridge which is very easy to get to.
Wonderful colours which complement its real beauty.
I climbed the waterfalls and was very disappointed with the views at the top, however they are building a canopy walk on the top which will give far better view.
The locals are really missing out on earning a few pounds. There are scooters that go up a path/road that leads right up to the top of the waterfalls, plenty of people who cannot climb would have paid good money for a lift to the top and back.
Probably not best to go at weekends as it’s absolutely packed.
Wonderful colours which complement its real beauty.
I climbed the waterfalls and was very disappointed with the views at the top, however they are building a canopy walk on the top which will give far better view.
The locals are really missing out on earning a few pounds. There are scooters that go up a path/road that leads right up to the top of the waterfalls, plenty of people who cannot climb would have paid good money for a lift to the top and back.
Probably not best to go at weekends as it’s absolutely packed.
Written 28 February 2024
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Maggiemum2
Holmfirth, UK124 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Fabulous series of spectacular waterfalls, spoilt only by the numbers of tourists.
There is also a sanctuary for rescued moon bears.
There is also a sanctuary for rescued moon bears.
Written 19 February 2024
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DotsGirl2
Vancouver, Canada448 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
This is a really beautiful waterfall. You pay for your tickets near the parking lot. Then you get on an electric cart that takes you further up the mountain for about five minutes. Then we walked up hill for about 1 kilometre to see the top falls. They are spectacular. The water in the pool below is a light turquoise. Once you have enjoyed that experience you can choose to climb higher or walk down to the lower falls. We opted for that. Once you get to the lower falls there is a large pool with slippery wooden steps into it. Make sure to go for a swim. The water is a little brisk but I found it refreshing.
Written 14 February 2024
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Felix
Boulder, CO19 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
So beautiful! - Visit the nearby Butterfly Sanctuary afterwards! The natural surroundings of the falls goes on and on - there are cafes inside the park and plenty of shade. Bring your swimsuit, but please respect local customs and leave your thong in your hotel room
Written 13 February 2024
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Sandra B
21 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
So beautiful-nature at its best! Tiers and tiers of the beautiful green waters and it was enjoyable watching the people swim! We really loved being educated about the rescued “Bile Bears” from China-Sun and Moon bears…they were having fun with their tire swings and we loved watching them FINALLY enjoying life after living in the small cage! Thank goodness for people who want to help animals…a super worthwhile day!
Written 12 February 2024
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Lori M
California1,763 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
it's a lovely place to visit but don't expect amazing waterfalls... it is very nice but if you have traveled the world you have seen many more spectacular falls. we went on the mini bus from our hotel which only cost $5 per person but didn't leave until 11:30. this means we got there in the afternoon and it was packed. definitely go earlier if you can get your own transportation. saw a few bears as an added bonus. the butterfly park was ok but not worth the $5 to get in.
Written 10 February 2024
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Lynne
Cardiff, UK123 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
This waterfall is so amazing with its surrounding pools and jungle. The water was blue the whole place was breathtaking. The bear sanctuary was also fascinating. I would highly recommend you visit this beautiful place.
Written 3 February 2024
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Xhara71
Rochester, UK454 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
I’ve read a lot of reviews about how busy this place is. The answer is to get here before 9am. (It opens at 8) I arrived at 8.45 and there were probably about a dozen other tourists there. Prices have gone up, 5,000 kip to park a motorbike and 25,000 to enter but totally worth it. The first falls are pretty but they leave the best until last! I’m not sure the steep uphill walk to the top is worth it as you can’t get particularly close to the edge of the falls. Also bear in mind that if you want to see the bears, they aren’t given access to their enclosures before 9
As I was leaving so the tour groups were arriving and I must have past about 50 minivans heading to the falls on my way back to LP.
As I was leaving so the tour groups were arriving and I must have past about 50 minivans heading to the falls on my way back to LP.
Written 2 February 2024
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Becky93E
Greater London, UK35 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The falls are genuinely as beautiful and blue as they look in the pictures. We organised a private driver to take us to the falls and wait for us for around 4h so that we could enjoy them at our own pace, rather than be part of a big tour group. We got there around 10:30am and didn't feel like it was too crowded. We walked and then hiked up to the top of the falls (which was a bit tricky on the final bit up to the top, as the easier path up was closed for renovations so we had to take the dirt path on the right). Though it was a tricky climb up, we really enjoyed the pool and space at the top of the falls and did a bare foot slow climb down on the way back ready for another dip in one of the lower pools on our way back.
Written 23 January 2024
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Abigail C
North Yorkshire, UK7 contributions
Hi, we are thinking of visiting mid October? Will the falls be more turquoise and calm then or do they tend to be brown still from rainy season?
Anna R
Lyndhurst, NJ337 contributions
Hi there, how long it takes from LP to the falls? And if you don’t want to swim how long should we stay to look around and take pictures? Thanks.
scowy68
Whitehaven, UK830 contributions
About 30 minutes by van. I think about one to two hours is enough excluding swimming..
Ko Phuo
Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar
How do I get there from Vientiane? Any public transportation or any other way?
Josh
Luang Prabang, Laos7 contributions
You can get a mini van from Vientiane to Vang Vieng then to Luang Prabang where the falls are.
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You could probably get a sleeper bus or something from Vientiane to Luang Prabang but I think it’ll be a long ride. Hope this helps.
mayushan
chiba23 contributions
Is it worth the visit now? I heard that now that it’s rainy season the waterfall is not as beautiful as it is in dry season.
Bidette17
Lyon, France71 contributions
Les chutes ont débordées et le débit d'eau est impressionnant. La balade est très amusante à faire. Cependant c'est sur que l'eau est bien moins claire qu'en saison sèche
Sara G
9 contributions
Are there taxis or tuk tuks at the falls to take us back to luang Prabang if we don't want to have one wait for us?
rantati7
Helsinki, Finland2,232 contributions
If you want to stay as long as you want consider hiring a motorbike. Then you are not repentant on organised tour schedules.
celine r
Biganos, France
Quel était le prix de l'entrée ? Et du tuk tuk si vous l'avez pris de Luang prabang (aller/retour)?
RocketmanGeneva
Rolle, Switzerland228 contributions
Celine, Tuk-Tuk sont 35,000 Kip (€3) sans un petit pourboire (€1) par aller et meme pour le retour. Entré 20,000 Kip selon saison (€2) pp. Bonne visite... prend environs 3 heures au total pour le Parc.
I am just wondering what people do with their phones, cameras, wallets etc. When they are swimming? Are there lockers or do you have to leave them by the pools?
RocketmanGeneva
Rolle, Switzerland228 contributions
Hi Alistair, There are lockers, but not all that many! Most people seemed to put everything in one bag, and then took turns guarding it. Another group had their guide do that job! Hope this helps
Robbin
midwifeben
Istanbul, Türkiye12 contributions
Hey. Can we take mopeds there?
sure. i rented a bike. very easy drive takes about 1 hour. go early as it gets very crowded
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- Hotels near Kuang Si Falls:
- (0.61 km) Vanvisa at the falls
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- (0.58 km) Vanvisa Kuang Si Water Fall Resort
- Restaurants near Kuang Si Falls:
- (0.69 km) Carpe Diem Restaurant
- (0.88 km) Fasay Garden
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- (5.83 km) Mekong Café
- Attractions near Kuang Si Falls:
- (0.15 km) 100 Waterfalls
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- (0.51 km) Free the Bears
- (0.91 km) Kuang Si Falls Butterfly Park
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