Overview:

Educational Adventures in the beautiful Seuang River Valley and Luang Prabang, Lao PDR  UNESCO World-Heritage Site
Creativity, Action & Service Programs

Experience a living-classroom of natural beauty and cultural history in the Seuang River Valley and Luang Prabang, Lao PDR, home of the UNESCO World-Heritage site.

 Learn hands-on traditional techniques from Lao village elders: weaving, natural dyes, dance, music, cast net fishing, basket weaving, and forest biodiversity.

Develop leadership skills and personal confidence through group and individual outdoor challenges that are fun and experiential.

Conduct community service & field studies to complement your institutions core curriculum – specialized to meet your unique needs by our team of expert travel consultants and educators

Create enthusiasm for global and life-long learning while having the adventure of a life time

Seuang River Experience is a cooperative educational-tourism partnership comprising 12 villages and Buffalo Tours under the auspices of Luang Prabang Provincial Tourism Department and Pak Xeng District Authority.

Seuang River Experience welcomes you to learn, live and laugh together with the people of our 12 communities.

Location:  
Luang Prabang, Lao PDR, is situated on the Mekong River – one of the world’s great river systems –and  is  the center of northern Lao arts and culture. The  town has  rightfully been awarded UNESCO World  Heritage  status.  Easily  accessible  with  direct  flights  daily,  Luang  Prabang  and  the  natural beauty of  the Seuang River Valley, create  the perfect  living-classroom  for schools, universities and educational groups seeking to enhance their core curriculum through creativity, action and service.
Officially the country is called Lao People’s Democratic Republic and known in English as Laos – but the people here call it Lao. Lao is  landlocked by  its neighbors Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, China and  Vietnam.  The  mighty  Mekong  River  runs  the  entire  length  of  the  country,  providing  fishing, irrigation and  fertile  farmland along  the delta. Its population of 6 million people  is distributed  through modern towns, rural villages and isolated, ethnic, mountain tribes.
 
The deeply entrenched Buddhist culture  touches every part of  life, making encounters with  the Lao people one of  friendship and warm welcomes. Temples, pagodas and  stupas dot  the  country, with glints  of  golden  rooftops  visible  as  the  sun  rises  over  the mountains  and  the  early morning  alms-giving ceremonies see the towns flooded with saffron-robed monks.
 
The Mekong River and its many tributaries are integral to the Lao way of life. They provide water for laundry,  cooking,  washing,  playing,  fishing,  travelling  and  irrigation.  By  living  and  learning  in  the Seuang River Valley your students will see Laos as a truly captivating country, where the gentle pace of life invites the visitor to slow down, relax and absorb the beauty of their surroundings.

Create Your Own Program 
As  your  school  is  unique  -  so  are  your  travel  and  learning  requirements. Our  specialized  team  of experienced  teachers,  travel  experts  and  guides  allow  you  to  customize  not  only  your  educational travel arrangements but also how to integrate creativity, action and service into your core curriculum and learning objectives!
 
Menu of Activities to choose from: 
 Seaung River Valley Community Service Projects
1-day  to 1-month  long programs  for students  to  live,  learn and  laugh with  their hosts as  they work together to alleviate poverty, improve the local environment and strengthen local cultures. 
 
Seaung River Valley Rafting Excursion
1-day  to 2-day  trips along  the beautiful Seaung River  is a perfect way  to see  rural Lao  lifestyles up close. Trips can be made using inflatable rafts – or – if you prefer a bit more of a challenge, have your students build their own from bamboo!
 
Seaung River Valley Forest Trek and Overnight Camp
2-day  1-night  trek  through  a  variety  of  ethnic  communities  and  forest  environments.  In  the  late afternoon  we  set  up  camp  by  the  river  and  build  our  own  bamboo  huts  for  sleeping.  In  the  late afternoon after a bath in the river, we will enjoy dinner by the camp fire. 
 
Create the Aromas and Tastes of Lao/Asian fusion Cooking
½ day and 1 day workshops on  the  ingredients,  recipes and  traditions of Lao cuisine  - not only will you have the chance to create and enjoy a mouth-watering lunch but also be able to return home with the knowledge to recreate the experience for friends and family back home!
 
The Colors and Textures of Lao Silk and Natural Dyes
½ day, 1 day, 3 day workshops on  the use of  traditional Lao natural dye and weaving  techniques. These workshops are easily integrated with remote village visits for interaction with rural artisans. 
 
The Renaissance of Lao Music and Dance
½ day and 1 day workshops at The House of Puang Champa to preserve, promote, and transmit the cultural and artistic heritage of Luang Prabang. Organized to educate Lao youth in traditional arts and culture, your students can join in and study alongside aging masters from the local community. 
 
Waterfalls, Swimming and Wildlife Conservation
½ day excursion to the Tad Khuang Sii waterfalls. The falls cascade over many calcified tiers and down several hundred feet into a series of cool, turquoise pools. The water has a clear blue-green tint due to the high mineral content and you can climb stairs to enjoy the beauty from various viewpoints.
This is a popular swimming spot and also now home to Care for the Wild International (CWI) tiger and
Asiatic Black Bear refuge 

Mekong River Boats to the Sacred Buddha Caves of Pak’ Ou
½ day excursion  to  the Pak’Ou Caves  for a Mekong Riverboat  trip  to visit  the  famous & sacred Pak Ou Buddha Caves. The caves are home to thousands of Buddha images consecrated by local people since 16th century. Today we will gain a greater understanding of the importance the religion plays in Lao culture. Explore the caves before returning to your boat and to Luang Prabang
 
Elephant & Nature Combination
1 day program for who would like to experience the amazing protected Asian Elephants in a beautiful natural landscape – highlights of the day include an elephant ride (short ride 30-45 min.), buffet lunch at Tad Sae Waterfall, nature walk and swim (not in dry season)

Trip price: Please enquire for availability and cost

Tour includes
- Expenses for building project
- All equipment for construction (participants should bring their own work gloves)
- All meals during project and at homestay
- English speaking guide
- Bottled water during project
- Transfers to and from Hanoi to project site
- “Gala” dinner on final night
 
Tour excludes:
- International and domestic airfares
- Visa and visa charges
- Airport transfers in Hanoi
- Accommodation in Hanoi
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Items of a personal nature such as beverages at homestay

Your Destination!
 
Luang Prabang, Lao PDR, is situated on the Mekong River – one of the world’s great river systems –and  is  the center of northern Lao arts and culture. The  town has  rightfully been awarded UNESCO World  Heritage  status.  Easily  accessible  with  direct  flights  daily,  Luang  Prabang  and  the  natural beauty of  the Seuang River Valley, create  the perfect  living-classroom  for schools, universities and educational groups seeking to enhance their core curriculum through creativity, action and service.
Officially the country is called Lao People’s Democratic Republic and known in English as Laos – but the people here call it Lao. Lao is  landlocked by  its neighbors Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, China and  Vietnam.  The  mighty  Mekong  River  runs  the  entire  length  of  the  country,  providing  fishing, irrigation and  fertile  farmland along  the delta. Its population of 6 million people  is distributed  through modern towns, rural villages and isolated, ethnic, mountain tribes.
 
The deeply entrenched Buddhist culture  touches every part of  life, making encounters with  the Lao people one of  friendship and warm welcomes. Temples, pagodas and  stupas dot  the  country, with glints  of  golden  rooftops  visible  as  the  sun  rises  over  the mountains  and  the  early morning  alms-giving ceremonies see the towns flooded with saffron-robed monks.
 
The Mekong River and its many tributaries are integral to the Lao way of life. They provide water for laundry,  cooking,  washing,  playing,  fishing,  travelling  and  irrigation.  By  living  and  learning  in  the Seuang River Valley your students will see Laos as a truly captivating country, where the gentle pace of life invites the visitor to slow down, relax and absorb the beauty of their surroundings.

Create Your Own Program 
As  your  school  is  unique  -  so  are  your  travel  and  learning  requirements. Our  specialized  team  of experienced  teachers,  travel  experts  and  guides  allow  you  to  customize  not  only  your  educational travel arrangements but also how to integrate creativity, action and service into your core curriculum and learning objectives!
 
Menu of Activities to choose from: 
 Seaung River Valley Community Service Projects
1-day  to 1-month  long programs  for students  to  live,  learn and  laugh with  their hosts as  they work together to alleviate poverty, improve the local environment and strengthen local cultures. 
 
Seaung River Valley Rafting Excursion
1-day  to 2-day  trips along  the beautiful Seaung River  is a perfect way  to see  rural Lao  lifestyles up close. Trips can be made using inflatable rafts – or – if you prefer a bit more of a challenge, have your students build their own from bamboo!
 
Seaung River Valley Forest Trek and Overnight Camp
2-day  1-night  trek  through  a  variety  of  ethnic  communities  and  forest  environments.  In  the  late afternoon  we  set  up  camp  by  the  river  and  build  our  own  bamboo  huts  for  sleeping.  In  the  late afternoon after a bath in the river, we will enjoy dinner by the camp fire. 
 
Create the Aromas and Tastes of Lao/Asian fusion Cooking
½ day and 1 day workshops on  the  ingredients,  recipes and  traditions of Lao cuisine  - not only will you have the chance to create and enjoy a mouth-watering lunch but also be able to return home with the knowledge to recreate the experience for friends and family back home!
 
The Colors and Textures of Lao Silk and Natural Dyes
½ day, 1 day, 3 day workshops on  the use of  traditional Lao natural dye and weaving  techniques. These workshops are easily integrated with remote village visits for interaction with rural artisans. 
 
The Renaissance of Lao Music and Dance
½ day and 1 day workshops at The House of Puang Champa to preserve, promote, and transmit the cultural and artistic heritage of Luang Prabang. Organized to educate Lao youth in traditional arts and culture, your students can join in and study alongside aging masters from the local community. 
 
Waterfalls, Swimming and Wildlife Conservation
½ day excursion to the Tad Khuang Sii waterfalls. The falls cascade over many calcified tiers and down several hundred feet into a series of cool, turquoise pools. The water has a clear blue-green tint due to the high mineral content and you can climb stairs to enjoy the beauty from various viewpoints.
This is a popular swimming spot and also now home to Care for the Wild International (CWI) tiger and
Asiatic Black Bear refuge 

Mekong River Boats to the Sacred Buddha Caves of Pak’ Ou
½ day excursion  to  the Pak’Ou Caves  for a Mekong Riverboat  trip  to visit  the  famous & sacred Pak Ou Buddha Caves. The caves are home to thousands of Buddha images consecrated by local people since 16th century. Today we will gain a greater understanding of the importance the religion plays in Lao culture. Explore the caves before returning to your boat and to Luang Prabang
 
Elephant & Nature Combination
1 day program for who would like to experience the amazing protected Asian Elephants in a beautiful natural landscape – highlights of the day include an elephant ride (short ride 30-45 min.), buffet lunch at Tad Sae Waterfall, nature walk and swim (not in dry season)

Trip price: Please enquire for availability and cost

Tour includes
- Expenses for building project
- All equipment for construction (participants should bring their own work gloves)
- All meals during project and at homestay
- English speaking guide
- Bottled water during project
- Transfers to and from Hanoi to project site
- “Gala” dinner on final night
 
Tour excludes:
- International and domestic airfares
- Visa and visa charges
- Airport transfers in Hanoi
- Accommodation in Hanoi
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Items of a personal nature such as beverages at homestay