Li Phi Falls (Tat Somphamit)
ຕາດສົມພາມິດ
A cluster of rapids on the west side of Don Khon. Legend says they can sweep away 'ghosts,' and fishermen set bamboo traps in the rushing water.
Li Phi Falls (Li Phi means 'ghost trap'), also known as Tat Somphamit, lie on the west side of Don Khon, where the Mekong flows over reefs and forms several turbulent rapids. Locals believe the falls can stop the spirits of the dead drifting downstream. Along the wooden walkways and viewpoints, you can see the bamboo fish traps that fishermen set up in the rapids. Downstream is a small sandy beach, Li Phi Beach, where swimming is possible in the dry season, though the current is strong and you should be careful. Entry is included in the Don Khon combined ticket. It's about a 20-minute bike ride from Don Det.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Wat Khon Tai
- Don Det–Don Khon Railway Bridge
- Don Khon
- Don Det
- Khone Pasoi Falls
- Irrawaddy Dolphin Pool (Hang Khon)
- Old Steam Locomotive of Don Khon
- Ban Nakasang