Exploring the romantic, beautifully preserved town of Luang Prabang with your expert local guide
Forest adventure,
Private villas,
Local cuisine
Nam Kat Yorla Pa Resort
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Best for
Couples,
Families
Set amongst a protected forested area along the Nam Kat River, a stunningly beautiful part of Northern Laos, the Nam Kat Yorla Pa Resort provides an off-the-beaten-track experience.
With a good range of accommodation and facilities, this resort provides a memorable stay for travellers of all types.
The area is a haven for the adventurous and nature lovers, with an array of exciting activities on offer such as day and overnight treks to waterfalls, ATV rides, cycling tours and zip-lining through the surrounding national park. At the entrance of the park, you’ll find a small waterpark, ideal for families and children to enjoy. Even if you want to relax at the resort by day, there is a swimming pool, cooking classes and the restaurant serves a wide range of international dishes alongside Thai and Laos cuisines using fresh, organic vegetables from their garden.
Ideal for couples, families and adventurous travellers seeking an immersive nature experience in Northern Laos, with the comfort of well-designed rooms and a wide range of activities.
Nam Kat is a great property offering exciting activities and lovely accommodation away from the typical tourist trail. Whether you are seeking a bit of adventure or relaxing accommodation amongst nature in Northern Laos, it is ideal.
The Rooms
There is a variety of rooms on offer surrounded by serene, biodiverse forest, and categories include lovely pool villas, executive and deluxe, made from natural materials and giving a calming, natural feel. They feature floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies overlooking the lush forest, while the pool villas are a lot more spacious with a private garden, infinity pool, deck and lovely views over the stream below.
What You'll Find:
- Variety of room types including private pool villas
- Restaurant with Thai, Laos, and international dishes
- Swimming pool, cooking classes, and spa
Why You’ll Love It:
- Explore pristine forest trails and waterfalls straight from your doorstep
- Get your adrenaline fix with zip-lining, ATV rides and guided hikes
- Dine on fresh produce grown in the resort’s own gardens
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A few of our favourite routes – hand-picked by the team and ripe for tweaking.
Think of them as conversation starters. Curiosity sparkers. Not fixed plans – just ideas for what your holiday could look like, shaped by years of local know-how and the kind of immersive experiences that live long in the memory.
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Explore Northern Laos with hill-tribe treks, river journeys, and Luang Prabang’s UNESCO charm on this 14-day adventure.
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Local life
Chance encounters with local villagers while trekking in the mountains
Nam Ou River
Take in the remarkable scenery as you journey down the Nam Ou River aboard your private boat
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Hanoi to Luang Prabang Overland
Travel overland through Vietnam and Laos, from Hanoi’s street food and Ninh Binh’s peaks to jungle safaris and Luang Prabang’s golden temples.
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Street food tours
Discover Hanoi’s lively street food culture while sipping a cold local beer at a roadside stall
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Track animals on a night safari in Laos’s jungle
Beautiful scenery
Trek past cascading waterfalls and hill-tribe villages
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Laos Encompassed
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Nam Ou River
Taking in the remarkable scenery as you journey down the Nam Ou river aboard your private boat
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Visiting waterfalls, searching for dolphins and taking time to relax in the 4000 islands
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Kuang Sii Waterfalls
Enjoy a private breakfast at Kuang Sii Waterfalls before the crowds arrive.
Nam Ou River
Cruise the Nam Ou River, stopping at remote villages and caves.
Lovely Luang Prabang
Explore Luang Prabang’s temples, markets and charming backstreets.
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Rural Indochina Family Adventure
This holiday idea is an excellent opportunity for adventurous families to get under the skin of Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
You will see a few of the famous landmarks, but the primary focus is on the countryside, which you’ll explore with ease by bike, kayak, quad bike, and even Vespa! See the well-known highlights and what lies beyond as you cycle through hidden jungles, raft past dramatic river gorges, and get an authentic taste of the local lifestyle from a range of perspectives.
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Angkor Wat
Soaking up the atmosphere of Angkor Wat before sunrise; an early start for a magical experience
Lovely Laos
Marvelling at the dramatic riverine scenery and feeling the adrenaline as you kayak past jungles and caves in the remote Laos countryside
Vietnam adventures
Nipping along the narrow backroads of Hoi An, passing school children and farmers
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In Our Travellers’ Words
An Epic Adventure Across Southeast Asia
There were moments while I was out and about where I thought that everyone should experience this kind of mindful travel that Experience Travel organises, as it's not backpacking where you tick off the standard party hotspots, and it's not the typical cruise for tourists to visit the standard sightseeing destinations, but an experience where I really felt I got to know the countries, meet great people and do fun stuff that most people miss.
With ETG, we have visited extraordinary places
... stayed in wondrous hotels, met fascinating everyday people, listened to varied opinions, and learned much about places far away. I couldn't do that on my own.
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