Where the river calls
Huay Xai
Begin by the Mekong. Slow boats, open skies, and a whole new side of Laos ahead of you.
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See the real Laos with the family that lives it
Tours, slow boats, transport and motorbikes across northern Laos — run by licensed local guides, not a booking platform.
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3 Days 2 Nights
Muang Khop - Luang Prabang
Discover culture, nature, and peaceful lifestyle in the UNESCO town of Luang Prabang
- Alms Giving Ceremony
- Kuang Si Waterfall
- Night Market
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4 Days 3 Nights
Mueng Khop - Luang Prabang - Pak Beng
Travel comfortably by VIP van and traditional slow boat along the mighty Mekong River
- Scenic Mekong River slow boat cruise
- Morning alms-giving ceremony
- Heritage town of Luang Prabang
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4 Days 3 Night
Meung Khop - Luang Prabang - Nong Khiaw
Experience the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and peaceful atmosphere of northern Laos on this unforgettable 4-day journey from Muang Khop to Luang Prabang and Nong Khiaw.
- Night Market
- Pha Daeng Viewpoint in Nong Khiaw
- Alms Giving Ceremony
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Live from our home
Today in Luang Prabang
Monday 2 November
Weather
32°C
Light rain
Sunrise
06:13
Monks' alms giving at dawn
Where we go
Your Laos, your way
The river is just the beginning. Find your next stop, from our home in Muang Khop to the places you have been dreaming of.
Where we startMuang Khop
Our home village in Xayaburi Province, near the Thai border. Every route begins here — we pick you up right at the border crossing.
Border pickupHome base
See trips hereDay tripXienghone
Quiet temples, rice fields and local villages in Xayaburi Province — the Laos most tourists never see.
TemplesVillages
See trips hereBorder townHuay Xai
Across the Mekong from Chiang Khong, Thailand — where the famous two-day slow boat journey begins or ends.
Slow boatBorder help
See trips hereOvernight stopPak Beng
The halfway village on the slow boat route. We arrange your guesthouse so you step off the boat with a bed waiting.
Slow boat routeGuesthouse
See trips hereThe jewelLuang Prabang
UNESCO old town of temples, morning alms and the night market. Our most popular route runs here from Muang Khop.
Day toursGuidesMotorbikes
See trips hereAdventureNong Khiaw
Limestone karsts towering over the Nam Ou river. Viewpoint hikes, kayaking and villages — a favourite add-on from Luang Prabang.
ViewpointsNam Ou river
See trips hereHalf-day tripKuang Si Falls
Turquoise, tiered waterfalls under an hour from Luang Prabang. We go early so you swim before the crowds arrive.
WaterfallsSwimming
See trips hereOnward travelVang Vieng
Blue lagoons, kayaking and hot air balloons a few hours south. We run private transfers and multi-day routes toward Vientiane.
TransfersMulti-day
See trips hereThe team
The people you'll travel with
No anonymous drivers, no outsourcing. You'll know your guide's name before you arrive.
A
Alanh
Founder & licensed guide
Born and raised in Muang Khop. 8+ years guiding travellers across northern Laos — from border pickups to slow boats down the Mekong.
EnglishThaiLao
Meet the rest of our local drivers and boat crews on the guides page.
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Questions travellers ask
Do I need a visa to visit Laos?
Most nationalities can get a visa on arrival at Luang Prabang airport and major land borders for about US$30–45 (bring one passport photo), or apply online for an eVisa in advance. ASEAN passport holders enter visa-free. We help with border paperwork on all our cross-border routes.
Should I pay in kip, baht or US dollars?
Lao kip is the official currency and works everywhere. Thai baht and US dollars are accepted by many hotels and tour operators. ATMs are easy to find in Luang Prabang — we recommend carrying kip for markets and villages.
When is the best time to visit Laos?
November to February is cool and dry — peak season. June to October is the green season: short afternoon rains, lush mountains, waterfalls at their fullest and far fewer visitors. We run tours year-round and plan around the weather.
How does the slow boat between Huay Xai and Luang Prabang work?
It's a two-day journey on the Mekong with an overnight stop in Pak Beng. We arrange your tickets, a guesthouse in Pak Beng and border assistance on the Thai side. In high season, book at least a day or two ahead.
Can I book everything over WhatsApp?
Yes — that's how most of our guests book. Message us what you want to do and when, and we'll confirm availability, price and pickup time in one conversation. No deposit is needed for most day tours.
Ready when you are
Tell us what you want to see. We reply within minutes, 7 days a week — in English, Thai or Lao.