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Need to choose between Nong Khiaw and Muang Ngoi Neua? It's a tough call, but gen-
erally Nong Khiaw has better accommodation and dining, while Muong Ngoi Neua is
more rural and timeless with nearby trekking opportunities.
Sights & Activities
Such is the grandeur of the riverside views that you could happily linger all day just lazing
on your balcony or sitting at one of the better-placed restaurant shacks.
Numerous freelance guides offer a wide range of walks to Lao, Hmong and Khamu vil-
lages and to regional waterfalls. Prices are remarkably reasonable and some visits, such as
to the
That Mok
falls, involve boat rides.
Kayaking is a great way to appreciate the fabulous riverine scenery that stretches both
ways along the Nam Ou.
Lao Youth Travel
( 030 514 0046;
www.laoyouthtravel.com
;
7.30-10.30am & 1.30-6pm)
has its own kayaks and is handily located where the boat-landing
path passes the two-storey Rainbow House.
Sleeping
Many guesthouses feature river views, shared cold-water bathrooms, hammocks and at-
tached family-run restaurants.
Ning Ning Guest House
( 020 3386 3306; r incl breakfast US$17-20)
Nestled around a peaceful garden, Ning Ning is
the smartest place in the village, offering immaculate wooden bungalows with mosquito
nets, verandahs, en suite bathroom and bed linen, plus the walls are draped with ethnic
tapestries. There's a nice restaurant with riverfront views.
GUESTHOUSE
$
Lattanavongsa Guesthouse
( 030 514 0770; r from 100,000K)
In a palm-filled garden, Lattanavongsa's sun-terraced
bungalows enjoy views of the karsts. Inside rooms are tasteful with house-proud flour-
ishes, including gas-fired showers and upscale linen. There are four rattan bungalows near
the river and 12 bungalows above the boat landing.
GUESTHOUSE
$
GUESTHOUSE
$
Aloune Mai Guesthouse
(r 70,000K)
Not to be confused with rickety Aloune Mai by the river, this hidden gem,
found down a dirt track and over a bridge, sits beside a meadow and has 10 fresh rooms in
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