Experts' Choice Award Pak Ou Caves
What the experts agree on
The Mekong longtail-boat journey to these sacred caves is the real draw—steep limestone cliffs house centuries of Buddha statues left by pilgrims, making the river experience itself as memorable as the spiritual destination.
“High above the water, along steep steps cut into the pocked limestone cliffs, there are caves in which for centuries the faithful have placed Buddha statues of all sorts and sizes.”
– Travel + Leisure
Frommer's "The longtail-boat ride on the Mekong is alone a worthy day trip." Full review
National Geographic "As the fog began to lift, I boarded a rosewood boat owned by La Résidence to see the famous Buddha statues in the Pak Ou caves. Up river, the caves themselves are magnificent, with..."
National Geographic "The Pak Ou Caves are a respected holy site in Laos that draw visitors"
