Don Khone
The sight of the Si Phan Don archipelago, or 4,000 Islands, immediately suggests a half-submerged forest, where rural Laotians navigate between boulders and aquatic foliage on their way between villages. Of these islands, Don Khone is one of the smallest, measuring only 1.8 miles by 2.5 miles (3 by 4 kilometers). With small, thatched huts framed by thick palm forests and the idyllic waters of the Mekong, Don Khone is an ideal escape from the frantic hustle of the outside world.
Experiences
A handpicked selection of experiences endorsed by our experts. If you can’t see what you’re looking for, let us know, as our extensive network of local contacts can open many doors.
Ban Saphai
Visit nearby islands and the silk weaving village of Ban Saphai to get a weaving demonstration from locals.
Colonial Don Khone
Spend an afternoon touring French colonial villas and the old narrow-gauge railway built by the French across the Mekong during World War II.
Irawaddy Dolphins
See the famed Irawaddy dolphins, an endangered species indigenous to the Mekong River area, but usually only found in Laos and Cambodia. The dolphins are often seen swimming off the southern tip of Don Khone, and seeing them unobtrusively by boat is a memorable experience.
Visitors should note that October through December is the best time of year to spot these rare creatures.
Kayaking
Kayak along a tame stretch of the Mekong with local guides, perhaps spotting a dolphin up close, or go with an experienced kayaker into more challenging waters.
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With Remote Lands you'll travel with people who have made Asia the solitary focus of their own lifelong adventure. As our guest, in the continent that our north American founders Catherine and Jay have adored and explored for decades, you'll discover Asia on a journey that is completely, authentically your own, adapted from our own remarkable experiences and adventures over the years.
Travelogues
An Asia-focused magazine brought to you by Remote Lands - a platform for adventure, luxury, and authenticity from experts and explorers around the continent.
Southern Laos: Adventures for the Active Traveler
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Jungle treks, rushing waterfalls, ziplines, wildlife – Southern Laos is an adventure playground for every type of thrill seeker in Southeast Asia.
Zipping Through Southern Laos
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- Jay Tindall
I was headed to Southern Laos, where I would spend time gazing at exquisite waterfalls, zip-lining and abseiling through the lush jungle.
Si Phan Don: Kayaking the 4,000 Islands of Laos and Cambodia
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- John McMahon
It wasn’t until recently that kayakers mapped the waterways of Si Phan Don – the “4,000 Islands” of the Mekong’s lower reaches. Kayaker John McMahon goes exploring.
What Others Say
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Party of four from Missouri & Tokyo
We appreciated traveling in remote areas...the slice-of-life experiences made the trip worthwhile.
