Indulge in Luang Prabang’sSustainable Tourism

Words by Michelle LuehmanWhile we recognise Luang Prabang for its smorgasbord of cultural charm, the surrounding environment has a very different draw. Sustainable tourism is being encouraged and new holiday options are popping up all the time. Here we take a look at two popular choices.

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LUANG PRABANG

ELEPHANT VILLAGE : Tour. Get up close to magnificent pachyderms at this tourist destination operated by international specialists and volunteers who aim to rescue, protect and rehabilitate elephants in Laos. There are a myriad of enriching activities on offer for visitors both privately and in groups including thrilling elephant rides, bathing elephants in the Nam Kahn River, a basic mahout training course and feedings. You can also explore the grounds including the elephant rehabilitation centre and stay overnight in on-site accommodation, aptly named the Elephant Lodge. To book and for more information visit elephantvillage-laos.com. Tours run 7 days.

Kamu Lodge is a one of the most original travel experiences on offer in Asia. Nestled amongst rice fields and flanked by the majestic Mekong River, it offers a new experience for those yearning for the glories of travelling Asia in times past. Depart from Luang Prabang on the resort boat and after a three hour journey you arrive at an isolated Khmu community village which is very much the heart of your Asian safari.

Appletree Asia (www.appletree-asia.com) work with the village community to create this visually stunning and culturally stimulating holiday experience. The lodge boasts 25 Safari tents, all with their own bathrooms, a traditional bamboo dining room, and entertainment room.

There is no direct electricity supply to the village or the lodge and to keep the environmental impact as low as possible, all electricity is generated through solar power. Each room has fans, lighting and hot water powered by solar energy. The safari tents are shipped in from Africa and they keep you cool, dry and mosquito free.

Water is supplied from the surrounding underwater springs and small rivers that are fed by the mountains. The water is filtered several times until it is clean and pure.

You are free to be as active or relaxed as you see fit. Join in with the local village in their hunting and gathering activities, try your hand at the crossbow, or just be amazed at the skill of this hunting community. Learn all about life in the village, bathe with the children in the Mekong, and spend your days with the villagers.

Here you can take in Lao village life and know that your stay is contributing to enhancement of village people. ExoFoundation has been set up by Apple Tree to support the project and contributions are welcome. Kamu Lodge also contributes USD$1 per person per trip to the village projects.

Visit www.kamulodge.com for more information

Safari Tents in Rice Fields

Elephant Village

Elephant Village

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