Laos highlights, climate and travel times

Laos

Laos is the epitome of tranquility, beautiful nature, friendly people and many monks in orange and yellow robes. Although the country is increasingly being discovered by tourists and travelers alike, it has retained its authentic character for now. You imagine yourself back in time in Laos and you are quickly absorbed in the relaxed atmosphere exuded by the small villages and temples. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the real Asia!

What are the WorldSupporter highlights

• Vang Vieng, 6 hours by bus from Vientiane. Drugs are the main reason many travelers come to Vang Vieng. Besides taking drugs, the main thing you can do there is drink a lot, eat pancakes, watch the TV series Friends and float down the river in a rubber band. If this is not what you are looking for, it is better to skip Vang Vieng.
• Rent a moped  or scooter and take "The Loupe at Thae Khaek. A three-day trek through the Lao countryside, staying in guesthouses or, with luck, in people's homes.
• Go trekking in the mountainous north of Laos and stay overnight with one of the many mountain peoples.
• Sail 2 days on the beautiful Mekong by Slow Boat from Chong Kong in Thailand to Luang Prabang and celebrate with the large numbers of backpackers.
• Visit the impressive night market in Luang Prabang and shop souvenirs for home.

What is de climate in Laos?

• Laos has a tropical climate with an average temperature of 30 degrees. If you go into the mountains the temperatures are about five degrees lower. From November to February Laos is best to travel. It is then the dry season and every day about 25 degrees. If you go in the months of March to May you must be able to withstand the heat. It is then every day an average of 40 degrees. The rainy season lasts from May to October. Rainfall is usually limited to a few hours in the afternoon. Keep in mind that it is extremely humid in the rainy season and back roads turn into mud puddles.

What is the best travel time for Laos?

•  Laos can be visited year-round, but the best travel time is from November through the end of February. That is the dry period, with temperatures between 20 and 25 degrees. The busiest month in terms of tourists is January, but even then Laos is relatively quiet. It can sometimes be a bit of a search for a hostel if you haven't booked anything.

What is the worst travel time for Laos?

• The rainy season in Laos is from July through October. March, April and May are the hottest months, with an average temperature of 35ºC. They are relatively the worst months, but still doable and definitely not to be advised against.