Blue Lagoon 1 And Phu Kham Cave Vang Vieng
Blue Lagoon and Phu Kham Cave Vang Vieng
Blue Lagoon 1 and Phu Kham Cave are two of the most popular natural attractions located in Vang Vieng, Laos, offering a blend of swimming, trekking, and adventure activities.

🌊 Two of Vang Vieng, Laos' most popular natural attractions.
🏞️ Offering a blend of swimming, trekking, and adventure activities.

Why Go

🏊‍♀️ Enjoy amazing swimming in refreshing waters
⛰️ Trek to Phu Kham Cave to see a golden Buddha
🍽️ Dine at local restaurants offering traditional Lao food
🤸 Experience diving and rope swinging into the lagoon
📸 Capture memorable photos of the beautiful water and cave

Cost

💰 Entrance fee: 50,000 KIP per person

Getting There

🛵 Rent electric bikes (50,000 KIP), motorbikes, buggies, or bicycles
🛺 Hire a tuk-tuk for the day
🚌 Book group tours from Vang Vieng
⚠️ Monitor bike battery and watch for potholes/cows on the road

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Large car park available to the left of the entrance

🏊‍♀️ Swimming

💧 Water is amazing for swimming, especially in high/shoulder season
🐠 Fish swim around, sometimes tickling arms and legs
🥶 Water can be cold but refreshing in the heat
🌧️ May become murky instead of clear after heavy rain

⛰️ Hiking

🚶‍♀️ Trek to Phu Kham Cave is available, considered challenging
⬆️ Cave is located 120 meters up, goal is to see a golden Buddha
⚠️ Exercise caution during the trek

🍽️ Food

🍜 Many shelters, outdoor tables, and restaurants available
🍲 Enjoy traditional Lao food like laap, curries, pho, and fresh fish

Checklist

🛟 Wear a life jacket for diving
📸 Bring a GoPro for underwater photos

Why Avoid

⚠️ Rope swinging is noted as not the safest activity
🌧️ Water may be murky after heavy rain
💪 Trek to Phu Kham Cave is challenging

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