We drive south to the Phou Khao Khouay National Protected Area to set out on a fascinating 6 six hour trek, a 14 km long trail passes under the canopy, mostly uphill and across several ridges. We encounter the villages of the lowland Lao and if we’re very lucky we may even spot rare wild elephants. This evening we are guests in Ban Na village in a basic, traditional home stay built on stilts.
Trekking distance: 14 km/5-6 hours