Tourists cross a rope bridge at the Rock Viewpoint in Phu Pha Man, Khammouane province, Laos. The site overlooks limestone mountains stretching towards Vietnam. (Pool photos)
Khammouane province in Central Laos is being highlighted as new attraction in the neighbouring country. It has invited tourists and investors from Thailand to explore its natural landscapes and business opportunities.
Members of the Lao Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism recently invited the Thai press to visit Khammouane to learn about its tourism management, especially eco-tourism.
The tour highlighted the province’s natural and cultural attractions, especially outdoor adventures.
Manisakhone Thammavongxay, head of the Lao Tourism Promotion Department, said the central region of the country, particularly Khammouane and Savannakhet, features outstanding natural resources and cultures.
The provinces are easily accessible from Thailand via the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, and Thai tourists are the main visitors to Laos.
“We share similarities in language, culture and way of life,” Ms Manisakhone said. “Promoting bilateral tourism will boost the local economy and also strengthen relationships between people of both countries.”
Ms Manisakhone avised that tourists visiting Khammouane, especially families, are better off travelling in their own vehicles as many natural attractions are far from the urban area and local transport options are limited.
Rental services for motorcycles and cars are also available. Homestay accommodation is also available so tourists can experience the local lifestyle.
The Thai media delegation visited several tourist sites that showcased the province’s potential to be a top player in nature-based tourism.
Several destinations are being developed into fully-equipped adventure resorts, offering activities such as ziplining, ATV rides, trekking, paramotoring and kayaking.
Among the highlights is the Rock Viewpoint in Phu Pha Man, about 150 kilometres from Thakhek, the provincial cap
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