Kuang Si Falls (Tat Kuang Si) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Kuang Si Falls. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls

• Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls

• Full Day – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves

• Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls

• Full-Day Trek to Kuang Si Waterfalls, Remote Village

Lao adults pay 20,000 kip to visit the Kuang Si Falls, and Lao children under 12 go free. International travelers pay 60,000 kip per person. For tour combos from Luang Prabang that include both the falls and a Mekong River cruise, expect to pay US$30 or more per person.

Yes, the Kuang Si Falls are well worth visiting. In fact, their turquoise waters and spectacular cascades make them one of Luang Prabang's most in-demand attractions. Plus, many visitors also opt to go ziplining or tour a neighboring bear rescue sanctuary. Joining a guided day trip from Luang Prabang is easier than trying to negotiate with tuk-tuk drivers or arrange private minivans, and tours often bundle other popular options, such as a Mekong River cruise, for a seamless day out.

Per one customer who booked the Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls, "I'm generally not a huge fan of organised group [trips], but this one really was great and I would recommend it without thinking twice. It was well organised, the driver was very safe, the guide was super nice and knowledgeable, and it's kind of rare to find people speaking English in Laos. I'm very difficult with food but the lunch was super super good—everything was included. The visits were nice and beautiful and the boat trip was so nice and relaxing. I really have no complaints at all."

These impressive falls have multiple tiers where the turquoise water flows between them for a striking effect. Visitors can hike to the top of the waterfall for a fantastic view of the entire area. Or you can relax and sit at the lower levels at picnic tables and listen to the cascading water.

Several tours combine a trip to Kuang Si Falls (Tat Kuang Si) with other activities. Some also visit Hmong villages where you can learn to farm rice, some visit Pak Ou Cave and others pair a visit to the falls with a tour of Luang Prabang.

Yes, there is a free entrance to visit Kuang Si Falls (Tat Kuang Si). It’s very much, though, as it’s under US$3. The only other expense is transport to get there. From Luang Prabang, you can book shared minivans online, which makes transportation relatively cheap and easy.

Yes, Kuang Si Falls (Tat Kuang Si) is good for kids. There are shallow pools to splash and swim in, plus ropes that bigger kids might like to swing from. You can buy snacks from vendors near the falls or bring a picnic to enjoy on picnic tables on the lower levels.

The falls are strongest between June and October, which is the rainy season. However, it is still a fine time to travel to Laos as long as you bring a rain poncho. The dry season is November to January, which is peak season, so the falls will have more tourists.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Kuang Si Falls. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Luang Prabang:

• Pak Ou Caves

• Whisky Village

• Royal Palace Museum

• Mt. Phousi

• Mekong River

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Luang Prabang.