Packraft
the
Nam Ou
No Previous Experience
No Specialist Equipment
No Prior Training
A Sense of Purpose & Adventure… Essential
Discover Laos at its most authentic
100% Authentic Experience
The Nam Ou in Northern Laos doesn’t appear in guidebooks.
The villages along its banks have no guesthouses, no menus, no wifi. What they have is time; and so will you.
We packrafted 87km of it in February 2026 and we’re fairly sure nobody had done it before us.
We’re going back. Want to explore, volunteer, and see the world differently?
Want to learn more?
Start Your Journey
Places you will See
Abandoned Villages
Local Villagers
Special for you
Top picks
Hiking Viewpoints
We don't just paddle. We stop and hike to amazing viewpoints. Prepare to be amazed.
- Nong Khiaw
- ~28 Days
- 15+
Best of Laos
Step into the heart of Laos and discover hidden river towns, villages and forgotten gems.
- Laos
- ~28 Days
- 15+
Volunteering Community
We join charities working to help the everyday children and young adults of Laos.
- Laos
- ~28 Days
- 15+
What to Join Us?
We’re here for you!
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