Our Educational Journeys Program

8 Days | Laos Culture, Community & Elephant ConservationDay 1: Welcome to Luang Prabang

Arrive in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, where our team will welcome you. After checking into your guesthouse, enjoy a program orientation before hiking Phou Si Mountain for a breathtaking sunset over the Mekong River. End the day exploring the vibrant Night Market and tasting delicious Lao cuisine.
Accommodation: Guest House, Luang Prabang

Day 2: Culture, History & Community
Discover the rich history and culture of Luang Prabang by bicycle or tuk-tuk, visiting historic temples, the UXO Centre, and the Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre. In the afternoon, join an English conversation exchange with local students at Big Brother Mouse, then experience traditional Lao weaving and social enterprise at Ock Pop Tok.
Accommodation: Guest House, Luang Prabang

Days 3 and Day 4 : Village Life, Service and Culture
Experience authentic village life in rural Laos while staying with a local host family in Panoor Village. After breakfast each day, work alongside villagers on meaningful community service projects based on the village's current needs, such as improving community facilities. Learn about local traditions, culture, and daily life through conversations with village leaders and residents. In the afternoons, continue the project before enjoying free time to play sports with local children, explore the village, or relax with your host family.
Overnight: Village Homestay, Panoor Village

Day 5: Waterfalls & Social Enterprise
Enjoy a scenic trek from Panoor Village to the breathtaking Kuang Si Waterfall, passing through forests, rice fields, and local villages. Swim in the turquoise pools, visit the Free the Bears Rescue Centre, and take in the beautiful natural surroundings. In the afternoon, visit the Laos Buffalo Dairy Farm to learn about sustainable farming and community development before returning to Luang Prabang for an evening reflection.
Overnight: Guest House, Luang Prabang

Day 6: Lao Elephant Conservation Centre
Travel through the mountains and across Namtien Lake to the Lao Elephant Conservation Centre in Xayaboury Province. Meet the elephants and conservation team, then learn about elephant welfare, veterinary care, nutrition, and responsible elephant management. In the afternoon, watch the elephants enjoy their daily bath in the lake before helping the mahouts guide them into the forest for the evening. End the day by relaxing at the camp surrounded by the peaceful jungle
Overnight: Elephant Conservation Centre, Xayaboury

Day 7: Elephants & Mekong River Cruise
Start the day by helping care for the elephants in their natural forest habitat before saying farewell to the conservation team. Return to Luang Prabang and celebrate your journey with a private Mekong River dinner cruise, followed by a special closing ceremony and group reflection.
Accommodation: Guest House, Luang Prabang
Day 8: Fly Home