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Bolaven Plateau​

Waterfall Exploration Trip​

The Bolaven Plateau is an elevated region in southern Laos, near the provincial town of Pakse. The plateau is crossed by several rivers and has many scenic waterfalls. The Bolaven Plateau loop provides the adventurous traveller a trip through rugged landscapes, emerald coffee plantations, and pristine waterfalls, each road twist whispering secrets of an ancient volcanic past.

Recommended Duration

1-5 days

Experience Type

Nature, Waterfalls, Coffee Culture, Adventure

Highlights

Numerous stunning waterfalls

Coffee plantation tours

Tad Fane and Tad Yuang waterfalls

Explore Paksong town

The Waterfalls of Bolaven Plateau

The Bolaven Plateau is famous for its numerous spectacular waterfalls, each with its unique charm. Tad Fane boasts twin 120-meter high falls plunging into a deep gorge. Tad Yuang is equally impressive with its multi-tiered cascades. Other notable falls include Tad Champi, Tad Katamtok, and Tad Lo, offering opportunities for swimming and exploring the surrounding lush greenery.

Tad Yuang Waterfall

Tad Fane Waterfall

Tad Pasuam Waterfall

Tad Lo Waterfall

Tad Soung Waterfall

JaRou Halang

JaRou ThaLaLeui

JaRou YeRe

JaRou ManDreum

JaRou JaRiem

Coffee Plantations and Culture

The plateau is a major coffee-growing region in Laos. Visit local coffee plantations to learn about the bean-to-cup process, sample some of the finest Lao coffee, and understand the importance of this crop to the local economy and culture. You can also explore the town of Paksong, the 'coffee capital' of Laos.

Coffee House

Coffee Plantation

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