The Gibbon Experience: Ziplining Through Laos's Nam Kan National Park
Experience the thrill of ziplining through the Laos jungle while supporting gibbon conservation in Nam Kan National Park.
The Gibbon Experience offers a unique ecotourism adventure in Laos's Nam Kan National Park, combining thrilling zipline rides through the jungle canopy with stays in towering treehouses. It's a conservation project that supports the protection of endangered black crested gibbons and provides sustainable livelihoods for local communities.
A brief summary to The Gibbon Experience
- Main Street, Huay Xai, 05000, LA
- +85684212021
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book your tour in advance, especially during peak season, as availability can be limited.
- Pack comfortable hiking shoes, as some tours involve trekking through the jungle.
- Bring insect repellent to protect yourself from mosquitoes and other bugs.
- Consider bringing binoculars for better wildlife viewing opportunities.
- Cross the border into Laos the day before your tour starts to avoid potential delays.
Getting There
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Walking
The Gibbon Experience office is located on Main Street in Huay Xai. From many guesthouses in the town center, it's easily accessible on foot. Simply head towards the main road and look for the Gibbon Experience signage. The office is where you'll check in for your tour and receive a briefing before heading into the jungle.
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Tuk-tuk
If arriving from the Laos-Thailand border crossing, a tuk-tuk to the Gibbon Experience office in Huay Xai town center will cost approximately 70,000 Lao Kip, but they often accept Thai Baht as well. Negotiate the price before you get in. The ride is short, about 10 minutes, bringing you directly to the main street where the office is located.
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