Bor Kung Nature Park Preps for Peak Season

Bor Kung Nature Park and campgrounds, located adjacent to Vieng Phoukha Town, is putting on its finishing touches, and will be ready for campers after this year's rainy season.

A stone trail through the sacred forest is in place, and the freshwater spring area is ready for bathing. The campgrounds and picnic area with toilet and shower facilities are in place, and tents and sleeping bags will be available for rent.

An Akha Market is under construction in the parking area, and will offer traditional Akha handicrafts and massages, saunas, and a restaurant.

The Bor Kung Nature Park is one of the "The Tea Caravan: 10 Highlights in the Northwest Mountains", which follows Lao Route 3 connecting Houei Xai in Bokeo Province and Luang Namtha Town.

For more information, visit: www.luangnamtha-tourism.org.

For more information on the Tea Caravan Trail, click here.

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