Scenic Serenity at Nam Ngum Reservoir

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from the main city in Xaisomboun Province. Use a GPS or map application to navigate to the coordinates 18.7922266, 102.4893599. The route will typically take you through Route 13. Drive south on Route 13 until you reach the intersection at Vang Vieng. From there, follow signs towards Vientiane. The dam is located approximately 40 km from Vang Vieng. Make sure to fuel up as there are few gas stations along this route.

• Public Transportation

  To reach อ่างเก็บน้ำเขื่อนน้ำงึม via public transportation, first take a bus from Xaisomboun Province to Vang Vieng. The bus fare is approximately 30,000 LAK. Once in Vang Vieng, you can catch a local minivan heading towards Vientiane, which costs about 50,000 LAK. Ensure to inform the driver that you want to be dropped off near the dam, as it is a popular tourist destination. From the drop-off point, it may be a short walk or a tuk-tuk ride to the site.

• Tuk-Tuk

  If you prefer a more direct route from Vang Vieng, you can hire a tuk-tuk to take you to อ่างเก็บน้ำเขื่อนน้ำงึม. This option usually costs around 100,000 LAK for a round trip, depending on negotiation. The ride will take about 30 minutes, and you can enjoy the scenic views along the way. Make sure to agree on a pick-up time with the driver for your return journey.