Laos Activities

Sports

One of the few sports easily available to visitors to Laos is mountain biking, which is made more attractive by the relatively small number of motor vehicles on the road. Some bikes are available for hire in the larger towns, though serious bikers should bring their own,

Wildlife

Though threatened by deforestation, the flora and fauna of Laos is still abundant. Many rare and endangered species - including primates, mammals and birds inhabit the densely forested regions of the north and north east, while the Mekong River is home to freshwater dolphins and giant catfish. Unexploded bombs and mines left over from the Second Indochina War make the services of a professional guide essential.