Ziplining over Kuang Si Waterfall, Luang Prabang: 5 stations

Five ziplines strung across the jungle canopy above Laos's most famous waterfall.

Ziplining over Kuang Si Waterfall near Luang Prabang combines five zipline stations with access to the turquoise pools below, a visit to Tree Top Cafe, and lunch. The activity runs five hours with an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned pickup from your hotel, and entrance fees included. Moderate fitness is required. The minimum age is 18.

The experience

You zipline five stations over the jungle canopy that surrounds Kuang Si Waterfall, the most famous waterfall in Laos. The route takes you above the turquoise pools and gives you views into the forest that feeds the falls. Between ziplines, you climb to Tree Top Cafe, the highlight attraction at Kuang Si, positioned high in the canopy. The guide handles the safety setup at each station. You operate the equipment yourself.

After the ziplining, you descend to the base of the waterfall and swim in the turquoise pools. The activity includes lunch, an air-conditioned vehicle for pickup, entrance fees to the waterfall reserve, and an English-speaking guide for the full five hours. Bring closed-toed shoes (mandatory), sunscreen, insect repellent and a refillable water bottle. The guide will brief you on what to wear and what to leave behind.

What’s included

• Ziplining across five stations.
• entrance fees to Kuang Si Waterfall.
• lunch.
• English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned hotel pickup and return.
• access to swim in the turquoise pools and visit Tree Top Cafe.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Best Lao Travel Co, Ltd

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to zipline across the canopy yourself rather than walk the waterfall trails, and need everything (waterfall, lunch, and ziplining) completed in one morning or afternoon.

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Top questions

What is Tree Top Cafe and why is it part of this activity?

Tree Top Cafe is the highlight attraction at Kuang Si Waterfall, built high in the jungle canopy. You climb up to it between zipline stations as part of the route over the waterfall.

Do I need experience ziplining to do this activity?

No prior experience is required. The guide sets up the safety equipment at each of the five stations and instructs you on how to operate it. You need at least a moderate level of physical fitness and must be 18 or older.

What's included in the five-hour activity?

Ziplining across all five stations, entrance to Kuang Si Waterfall, lunch, an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, and access to swim in the turquoise pools are all included.

What should I bring and wear for ziplining?

Closed-toed shoes are mandatory. Also bring sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and a refillable water bottle. The guide will advise on layering and what to leave in the vehicle during the activity.

How does pickup work?

An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your hotel in Luang Prabang and returns you after the five-hour activity ends. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer to meet at the site.