Vang Vieng Caving and Tubing on Nam Song River

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the best of Vang Vieng underground caverns and river landscapes on an immersive day trip. Explore Elephant Cave (Tham Xang) to admire ancient Buddha statues and unique natural stalactite formations. Grab an inner tube and headlamp to float through the mysterious dark waterways of Water Cave (Tham Nam) using guided ropes. Savor a delicious traditional Lao picnic lunch by the water before enjoying a scenic open-air river tubing drift down the Nam Song River with convenient hotel round-trip transfers.

What's Included

Bottled water
Entrance fee
Lunch
English-speaking local guide
Inner tubes headlamps and life jackets for cave and river tubing
Swimwear towels and sunscreen
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Tham Xang (Elephant Cave)

    Hotel pickup in central Vang Vieng followed by a short drive north. Cross a suspension bridge over the river to explore Elephant Cave, home to a natural elephant-shaped stalactite formation and historic Buddha shrines.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Tham Nam Water Cave

    Trek a short distance to Water Cave. Equip headlamps and helmets, sit on inner tubes, and pull yourself along guiding ropes into the underground cave chamber to view unique natural rock structures.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Vang Vieng

    Recharge with a freshly cooked Lao-style picnic lunch near the riverbank featuring grilled skewers fried rice fresh baguettes and seasonal fruits.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Nam Song River

    Jump back into your tube and launch onto the open waters of the Nam Song River. Float gently downstream past countryside farms limestone karsts and green mountain landscapes.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Vang Vieng

    Reach the tubing exit point and board your transport back to central Vang Vieng for hotel drop-off.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Dragon Tourist

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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