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    The rural, mountainous north of Laos

    In the far north of Laos, the lush, mountainous province of Oudomxay shares its northern border with China and presents a corner of South East Asia yet to be touched by mass tourism. Within the fertile rainforest, the region is home to over 500 villages where traditional life still prevails, albeit in varying forms; there are 23 ethnic minorities who live in Oudomxay, and each have their own language and customs.

    For those who think they know South East Asia, Oudomxay offers the chance to test that knowledge. Here you’ll find verdant, untouched rainforest to be explored; mountain peaks offering panoramic views across the rural, fertile terrain; ancient temples without the tourist crowds; and warm, friendly tribal villages when visitors can discover a traditional Lao lifestyle.

    Some of our favourite sights around the region include the tranquil Huay Nam Kat Waterfall, the baw nam hawn hot springs in Muang La, and the expansive, cathedral-like Chom Ong Cave, from which the Nam Kaeng River flows.

    Luxury accommodation in Oudomxay Province

    There are many incredible places to stay in Oudomxay Province. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

    Oudomxay Province

    Muang La Lodge
    Muang La Lodge provides guests with an incredible opportunity to stay in one of northern Laos’ remote villages in the comfort of this charming hotel. With its wooden buildings and discreet size, the resort manages to blend in with its surroundings, whilst offering its guests the luxuries of a sauna, massage services, gorgeous fragrant gardens, and ten en-suite rooms decked out in polished wood and jewel-toned fabrics, each with its own terrace; the furniture is all made by local craftsman Oudom Xai. Right by the lodge, the village’s natural hot spring fills the outdoor plunge pool, in which guests can unwind in this blissfully tranquil environment while soaking up the water’s therapeutic effects. Traditional life still prevails up here, and the Muang La has a unique agreement with the village chief, which has allowed it to slot into village life and to have spearheaded several projects, such as the maintenance of the river bank to prevent flooding and the building of a bridge. The resort also employs locals and buys its produce from the village, all of which allows visitors to experience this culture in the most ethical, eco-conscious way possible. Guests at the Muang La Lodge can use this as their base to explore the beautiful, untouched surroundings of the village, with rainforest treks, mountain biking, village visits, and trips to nearby waterfalls. Onsite, there are also Asian cookery classes for those who want to take home a taste of their journey to Laos.
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