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Day 1: Shangri Lao Full Day Tour (Lunch)
A guide from the elephant camp will pick you up at hotel for a VIP minibus transfer. There may be other guests on board. The camp is located on the banks of the Nam Khan river, approximately a 40 minute drive from Luang Prabang.
Upon arrival you will get an introductory tour of the camp. Your guide will teach you about elephants and you can talk with a veterinarian, feed the elephants or relax by the riverside.
Then begin your expedition with an elephant ride lasting approximately 1.5 hours. This is on a howday (elephant seat) through forests and over hills to the protected Huay Sae hidden valley.
After reaching the Huay Sae Valley you leave the elephant and rest at the jungle Sala, enjoying a luxury lunch with traditional Lao food and wine by a secluded waterfall. Depending on the water level you can refresh and swim in the natural pools.
Continue with an approximately 1.5 hours trekking on foot along the marvelous Huay Sae mountain stream. The adventurous trail crosses bamboo bridges and passes waterfalls, fantastic limestone formations and turquoise blue pools in the dense jungle. Along our educational trail you will learn more about this important ecosystem.
Board a luxury bamboo raft and slowly float downstream, which is a relaxing 1.5 hour journey back to the camp, with an optional 30 min stop at the Tad Sae Waterfall.
At 1630-1700 you will transfer back to Luang Prabang, arriving at your hotel in time for sunset.
NOTES:
Maximum of 6 pax per day allowed in Shangri-Lao Elephant Camp and there will be 2 pax per elephant.
We are working with animals and in nature, time changes may appear at any time. “Bring shoes that can get wet, sun protection, pocket money for tips, swimsuit, towel and long trousers!”
“This itinerary may alter due to local conditions, the strength of the group and other unexpected circumstances. We will do our very best to adhere to the set itinerary, however we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. In all such circumstances, your guide will have the final say.”
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