Laos travel guide
What to see in Nong Khiaw
A village among mountains on the Nam Ou river, with viewpoints and villages to walk to.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: May, June and from November to January
Nong Khiaw highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Pha Daeng viewpoint
Sunrise above the mist.
- Boat to Muang Ngoi
Along the Nam Ou.
- Pha Tok Cave
A wartime refuge.
- 100 Waterfalls
A guided trek.
- Villages
Guided hiking.
Day trips from Nong Khiaw
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Nong Khiaw
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Nong Khiaw are May, June and from November to January. If you can, avoid August and October (summer rains and typhoons, golden week).
- Jan no warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar with warnings
- Apr with warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun no warnings
- Jul with warnings
- Aug with strong warnings
- Sep with warnings
- Oct with strong warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec no warnings
- February
Lunar New Year (approximate dates)
Millions of people travel at this time: trains and flights are full and expensive, and many shops and restaurants close for several days.
What to do: Book transport weeks in advance and expect closures for the first three days.
- March, April
Field burning
In March and April it’s very hot and smoke from burning fields leaves a haze over the north.
What to do: The best time is November to February, dry and cool.
- from July to September
Summer rains and typhoons
In July, August and September it rains a lot and the odd typhoon forces Ha Long Bay cruises to be cancelled.
What to do: Book your Ha Long cruise with flexible dates and free cancellation.
- October
Golden Week
From 1 to 7 October the whole of China travels: the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the trains are packed.
What to do: If you can, move your trip by a week; if not, book tickets in advance and visit first thing in the morning.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a market stall or a riverside restaurant. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Laos guide.
Frequently asked questions about Nong Khiaw
What to see in Nong Khiaw?
Pha Daeng viewpoint, Boat to Muang Ngoi, Pha Tok Cave, 100 Waterfalls and Villages.
What to see in Nong Khiaw in one day?
Don’t miss Pha Daeng viewpoint, Boat to Muang Ngoi, Pha Tok Cave, 100 Waterfalls and Villages. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Nong Khiaw?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Nong Khiaw are May, June and from November to January. If you can, avoid August and October (summer rains and typhoons, golden week).
What day trips can you take from Nong Khiaw?
Nong Khiaw.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.