[2025 Khoc Phou Attraction] Travel Guide for Tham Ting (Updated May)

🏞Tham Ting is a cave formed by the erosion of the Mekong River, on the cliff by the river for a long time. The villagers have brought Buddha statues to enshrine and preserve them for worship until the body becomes a sacred place. ⛩ 🚖Travel There are both ways to ride a boat 🚤 from the pier behind the Royal Palace of Luang Prabang up or 🚌 take a boat to Ban Pak Ou and ride a boat across the pier to the other side. ⛵️. The boat fare is 11,000 kip, the cave entrance fee is 5,000 kip at the entrance of the cave. #luangprabang #laos

#cruiseholiday The Tam Ting Caves, also known as the Pak Ou Caves, are a revered spiritual site located at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Ou Rivers, about 25 kilometers upstream from Luang Prabang, Laos. These caves are famous for their thousands of Buddha statues left by pilgrims over centuries, ranging from small wooden carvings to more elaborate bronze and gold figures. Tam Ting Caves River Cruise Experience A river cruise from Luang Prabang to the Tam Ting (Pak Ou) Caves is one of the most memorable and serene excursions in the region. Here’s what typically defines the experience: Scenic Journey: The cruise takes about 1.5–2 hours each way, gliding past lush jungle-covered hills, remote villages, and local fishermen. Cultural Insight: Stops often include visits to local villages, like Ban Xang Hai, known for traditional Lao whiskey (lao lao) production. Sacred Destination: Upon arrival, you’ll explore the lower (Tham Ting) and upper (Tham Theung) caves, filled with hundreds of years’ worth of Buddha images, some dating back to the 16th century. Peaceful Atmosphere: The slow boat ride offers a peaceful and meditative experience that reflects the spiritual nature of the caves.

It is one of the highlights of visiting Luang Prabang, Laos. To get to Tham Ting, you have to take a boat (similar to Thailand's express boats but smaller). Enjoy the view of the islands, plants, scenery and stunning nature on both sides of the Mekong River. Take a boat upstream for about 2 hours to reach Tham Ting, an ancient cave that is not very big. Walk up the stairs from the pier to about the size of a 4-5 story building and you will reach the area where you worship the Buddha in the cave. Inside the shallow cave, not very deep, you will see ancient Buddha images carved from wood, with hundreds of small and large Buddha images, some of which are hundreds of years old. On the Mekong River opposite Tham Ting, there is a large raft house selling food, drinks, souvenirs, etc., which can accommodate hundreds of tourists. I'm telling you. #Waiting for the day to depart