Kong Lor Cave
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The Nam Hinboun River flows through a 7.5 km underground cave, and you can cross the entire limestone mountain by longtail boat in total darkness.
Kong Lor is Laos' most famous cave. The Nam Hinboun River has carved an underground passage about 7.5 km long beneath Phou Hin Poun limestone mountain, and the cave's ceiling reaches nearly 100 metres in places. A return trip by longtail boat takes about 2 to 2.5 hours. Partway through, you can step ashore to walk through a lit chamber of stalactites, and once you emerge, you can take a short break in the village on the far side. Boat fares are charged per boat (up to 3 passengers), and the cave entrance fee is paid separately. Bring a headlamp and shoes that can get wet. During the dry season, shallow water means you may need to get out and push the boat. Nathan village nearby has homestays, which make a good place to spend a night.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Thalang & Nakai Reservoir
- Khoun Kong Leng (Blue Lagoon)
- Route 8 Phou Hin Poun Viewpoint
- Nam Sanam Waterfall
- Tham Pha Fa (Buddha Cave)
- Tha Falang
- Tham Sa Pha In
- Tham Xieng Liap