Thalang & Nakai Reservoir
ທ່າລາງ
A reservoir formed when the Nam Theun 2 hydropower dam flooded a forest, with dead trees standing in the water; in morning mist it looks like an apocalyptic scene.
The Nam Theun 2 hydropower dam on the Nakai Plateau flooded a large area of forest, leaving rows of dead trees standing in the water and creating the most distinctive scenery on the loop. Thalang village sits beside the bridge on the north shore of the reservoir, with a few wooden guesthouses and restaurants, and many loop riders spend the night here. In the early morning you can see the dead trees in the mist and small fishing boats. The route is flat asphalt all the way, about 110 km from Thakhek.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Khoun Kong Leng (Blue Lagoon)
- Kong Lor Cave
- Tha Falang
- Tham Sa Pha In
- Tham Nang Aen
- Green Climbers Home
- Tham Xieng Liap
- Tham Pha Fa (Buddha Cave)