Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7h 30min
- Price from
- $28 / person
- Location
- Luang Prabang, Laos
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 112 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Manifa travel
Description
Discover the Kuang Si Waterfalls and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mekong River. Swim in the turquoise pools, explore forest trails, and relax with a drink on the cruise. Begin your day with a hotel pickup in Luang Prabang around 1:30 PM. Travel by minivan to Kuang Si Waterfalls. Arrive and have approximately two hours of free time to relax, swim in the turquoise pools, or explore the forest trails. Continue by minivan to the nearby Kuang Si Heritage Rice Farm, situated on the banks of the Mekong River. Board a comfortable boat for a leisurely sunset cruise back to Luang Prabang, with drinks served on board as the sun sets over the river. Your journey concludes with arrival in Luang Prabang at approximately 6:30 PM., where you will be transferred to the city center or back to your hotel.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 8:30 AM–1:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $28
- Child (ages 4–11)
- $3
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $241.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
[Full Day Option Only] Your adventure begins around 9:30 AM with a hotel pickup, followed by a relaxing Mekong River cruise about 2 hours—the perfect introduction to "slow travel" in Laos.
[Full day Option Only] enjoy a traditional Lao lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients while surrounded by Kuang si rice paddies and mountain scenery.
Kuang Si Falls
[Full Day Option Only] After lunch, climb aboard a farm tractor for a slow and scenic ride along ancient irrigation canals fed by the Kuang Si Falls. Along the way, you’ll pass rice fields, encounter water buffalo, and witness daily life as local farmers tend their crops.
[Full Day Option Only] Continue on foot, following the canals uphill toward the falls. Along this peaceful trek, discover the Muang Fai irrigation system, a centuries-old cooperative water-sharing practice that sustains villages and fields in the region.
Kuang Si Falls
The Kuang Si Falls, sometimes spelled Kuang Xi or known as Tat Kuang Si Waterfalls, is a three levelled waterfall about 29 kilometres (18 mi) south of Luang Prabang. These waterfalls are a favourite side trip for tourists in Luang Prabang. The falls begin in shallow pools atop a steep hillside. These lead to the main fall with a 60 metres (200 ft) drop.
Conclude your unforgettable day with a magnificent sunset cruise, returning to Luang Prabang around 6:30 PM. This gentle journey back on the Mekong perfectly captures the tranquil spirit of your adventure.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
On the sunset cruise boat
On the sunset cruise boat
Lunch featuring traditional Lao cuisine at Kuang Si Heritage Rice Farm (available only with the full-day option).
Not included
Kuang Si Waterfall 100,000 LAK (Approx. 4.40 USD)
Pickup Locations & Times
Please wait in your guest room or in the lobby. Be sure to verify that the person picking you up is a guide from Manifa Travel.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
112 reviews
How it compares in Luang Prabang
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 255 tours in Luang Prabang
- Starting price $28 is 76% below the typical $119 for tours of similar length in Luang Prabang
- Price over the last 29 days: $28–$32
- Today’s price is the lowest in that period
Excurgo comparison of 255 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls take?
Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls lasts about 7h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls cost?
Prices start at $28 per person for this Luang Prabang experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $241. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $3, adults from $28. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please wait in your guest room or in the lobby. Be sure to verify that the person picking you up is a guide from Manifa Travel. Pickup points include L'hotel Souvannaphoum, Villa Phathana Royal View Hotel.
What languages is Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 112 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Manifa travel.
Reviews(112)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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