Laos · LUANG PRABANG FARMS & ANIMAL SANCTUARIES
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Rice planted by hand, buffalo milked into ice cream, and rescued bears and elephants living out their retirement in the hills. Below are the best farm and sanctuary visits near Luang Prabang: which let you work the paddy, which are genuine no-riding sanctuaries, how long each takes, and what a family day out comes to.
Hands-on rice farming near Luang Prabang with bamboo, sugar cane pressing and lunch, in small groups. Funds support local English classes.
“This was quite possibly the best experience I had in Laos. You get to see and have an hands-on experience in growing, harvesting, cooking and (of course) eating rice. Kham was wonderful - friendly, fun and knowledgeable. A definite must-do while in Luang Prabang!”
Ethical elephant keeper care at MandaLao, river bathing from safe platforms, Kuang Si turquoise pools, Sun Bear stop, plus Hmong culture.
“We were a little worried because if the rain, but Vongphet, our tour guide made it an incredible rain. She showed us everything and walked with us in the rain, the elephant part is unforgettable!!!”
One-hour pony ride in Luang Prabang on rare Lao Hmong horses, guided through villages, forests, and the Namkhan River trails.
“Saita, the sweet lady owner is able to communicate fluently in 3 different languages.. French, English and Loatian.. after we booked the tour.. was informed that we had just met the max limit ( weight or height ).. so we assumed this activity cRead more”
A fun 45-minute buffalo farm visit in Luang Prabang, where you wash buffalo, learn milking, and meet rabbits and pigs for $11.
“Great tour to do, you learn a lot about the farm and how they’re aiding the local community. Petting the animals was nice.”
Hike to Kuang Si Falls, swim in turquoise pools, and visit the Bear Rescue Center on a guided Luang Prabang day trip.
“This trek was awesome! It was a great way to meet some locals and support farmers and other community members on our way to Kunag-Si. Our guide was awesome and taught us lots on the way.”
Buffalo farm tour near Luang Prabang, with milking and washing buffaloes, friendly farm animals, and homemade buffalo ice cream.
“We loved what this place was about, ethical, educational, fun, supporting local people”
Luang Prabang farm cookery class, four-course Lao lunch, Kuang Si Falls hike, and a rescued-bear sanctuary visit for $79.
“Best day ever! The guide takes you to the morning market and explains a lot about the foods there, afterwards you get to cook at his farm and eat a delicious typical meal. After lunch you take a wonderful hike towards the impressive and gorgeous waterfall. The hike was easy for us, but we are Swiss and used to tough terrain. Would recommend 100%!”
Luang Prabang bamboo-forest cooking day with Khmu foraging, bamboo utensil making, and a forest lunch. Take home cups and chopsticks.
“Peng was awesome! This experience was so authentic and just a lovely time learning cooking techniques. This hands on experience was well worth the visit. I would highly recommend. Be prepared to get really into it as I never imagined I would be in a forest cutting down bamboo to use for my meal. Communication was excellent. I highly recommend!”
