Hat Sa & Upper Nam Ou River
ຫາດສາ
A river landing village about 20 km outside Phongsaly on the Nam Ou River. A boat ride downstream reveals gorges, villages, and forested hills on both banks.
Hat Sa is the traditional landing point on the upper Nam Ou River. In the past, passenger boats sailed downstream to Muang Khua, about 4 to 5 hours away, making it a classic waterway of northern Laos. Since several hydropower dams were built on the Nam Ou in recent years, boats run irregularly and often must be chartered privately. Always confirm with the Phongsaly tourist office before setting out. From town, a shared pickup truck takes about 40 minutes, and the mountain scenery along the way is spectacular.
Opening hours
Per ferry schedule (irregular)