Nong Khiaw

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Nong Khiaw, Nam Ou River, Laos

This breathtaking little town is shrouded in mountains and great spot for sunsets. There are lots of cool things to do and see here in Northern Laos. #packsandaplan 

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Nong Khiaw, Nam Ou River, Laos

This breathtaking little town is shrouded in mountains and great spot for sunsets. There are lots of cool things to do and see here in Northern Laos. #packsandaplan 

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Check out our other adventures and useful information  http://packsandaplan.com/
Signs at the beginning of the hike to the viewpoint overlooking Nong Kiaow in northern Laos.  You will be greeted here with a bottle of water and a firm warning not to stray from the trail.

Laos has the distinction of being the most heavily bombed nation in the world.  Between 1964 and 1973, the US dropped an estimated 250 million cluster bombs- about 2.5 million tons- here in an effort to thwart the forward movement of the North Vietnamese Army.  Many of these did not explode, and of those remaining only a tiny fraction have been destroyed.  Since the bombing ceased, over 20,000 people have been killed or injured by these UXO's (unexploded ordnances), and hundreds more die each year.  In addition to claiming lives, these devices destroy large portions of farmland or render them unusable. 

Despite all of this, I found the Laotian people to be among the friendliest and most generous that I have met on my travels, even as some recount stories of loved ones who have lost their lives or limbs to UXO's.  The natural beauty of the country brought me here, but it's the people that will keep me coming back.

#laos #nongkiaow
Trekking in the beautiful Laos countryside is an amazing way to see the stunning landscape in this part of the world.
Take a boat trip along the river from Muang Khua to Nong Kuay, for amazing mountain views. 

Tip: make friends with other travelers as you will need to hire the entire boat for the trip. 

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Papaya Resort Nong Khiaw

Papaya Resort Nong Khiaw

3 out of 5
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Stay at this chalet in Nong Khiaw. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Nong Khiaw Playfield and Nong Khiaw Pier are located ...
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Pont Inn Nong Khiaw

Pont Inn Nong Khiaw

3 out of 5
Ban Sop Houn, Nong Khiaw Nong Khiaw Luang Prabang Province
Stay at this inn in Nong Khiaw. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nong Khiaw Pier and Nong Khiaw Playfield are located ...
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Dokchampa River View Villa

Dokchampa River View Villa

2 out of 5
Nong Khiaw Nong Khiaw Luang Prabang
Stay at this villa in Nong Khiaw. Enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nong Khiaw Pier and Nong Khiaw Playfield are located nearby.
Dokchampa River View Villa
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Papaya Resort Nong Khiaw

Papaya Resort Nong Khiaw

3 out of 5
1C nong khiaw Nong Khiaw Luang Prabang Province
Stay at this chalet in Nong Khiaw. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Nong Khiaw Playfield and Nong Khiaw Pier are located ...
Papaya Resort Nong Khiaw
Dokchampa River View Villa

Dokchampa River View Villa

2 out of 5
Nong Khiaw Nong Khiaw Luang Prabang
Stay at this villa in Nong Khiaw. Enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nong Khiaw Pier and Nong Khiaw Playfield are located nearby.
Dokchampa River View Villa
Mango Villa Nong Khiaw

Mango Villa Nong Khiaw

3 out of 5
Nong Kiao 1C Nong Khiaw Luang Prabang Province
Stay at this villa in Nong Khiaw. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Nong Khiaw Playfield and Nong Khiaw Pier are located ...
Mango Villa Nong Khiaw
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Fun hiking

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It is very beautiful town.

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Kat

Nong Khiaw is fabulous and I will be returning in October, I would have stayed longer if possible, 8 days was not enough. If you really love trekking and enjoy doing things on your own, this is the place for you. Great for women traveling alone.

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