Visit Mekong
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Mekong: How to get there?
10 min from Phnom Penh by car
Mekong: See when to go?
From September to March
Mekong: For how long?
2 to 3 days
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Mekong Holidays
The Mekong is a legendary river that crosses Southeast Asia. Its source is in the Himalayas and it crosses several countries, including Laos and Cambodia. It's an important cultural and economic resource for Asian communities.
Mekong: What to see nearby?
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The Mekong is more than 4,300 kilometres long and one of south-east Asia's most important rivers.
My suggestion
During a trip to northern Laos I recommend you take the time to sail on the Mekong, whether you are arriving from (or going to) Thailand.
Over 4,900 km in length, the majestic Mekong crosses no less than six countries, from its source in the snowy summits of eastern Tibet, in the Chinese province of Qinghai, to its huge delta in Vietnam.
The Mekong River flows through Cambodia from one end to the other, from the city of Stung Streng to Phnom Penh and the Vietnamese border to throw itself into the sea at Ho Chi Minh City.
My suggestion
Take a cruise on the Mekong from Stung Treng to try to see the Irrawady dolphins, which are one of the most endangered species on the planet.
The Mekong is a legendary river that crosses Southeast Asia. Its source is in the Himalayas and it crosses several countries, including Laos and Cambodia. It's an important cultural and economic resource for Asian communities.
My suggestion
If you have the time, you should hop on a cruise. Whether it's for a few hours or days, you'll see the river from a different perspective and glean an incredible insight into Laotian life.
