Bolaven Plateau Travel Guide
Waterfalls, Wildlife and Unique Tribes
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The 1200m high Bolaven Plateau is fertile farmland where coffee, tea, cardamom and fruit are grown. The area holds much for the traveller with around a dozen ethnic minorities and with waterfalls aplenty and opportunities for trekking and elephant rides there much to detail those on a southern sojourn.
The Bolaven Plateau spreads over parts of Salavan, Attapeu and Sekong provinces and is renowned for its cool climate and abundant rains, a product of its average altitude of 1200m. The French were first to spot its potential and coffee and rubber plantations along with fields of fruit were planted.
The plateau is home to around a dozen mainly animist ethnic minorities, including Laven (who give the plateau its name), Alak, Katou, Ta-Oy, Houne, Ngai and Suk communities. The Laven in are known for their hand-woven cloth, complete with beads woven into the fabric.
Attractions in Bolaven Plateau
The natural beauty of the region, tribal peoples and waterfall are all reasons to visit the area. Tat Fan waterfall is a must-see and sits on the edge of Dong Hua Sao National Protected Area; Tat Lo is another worth seeking out.
Activities in Bolaven Plateau
Allow two days to explore the area. You really need to visit as part of an organised tour as getting around and to the sometimes remote villages can be difficult.
Relaxing
Enjoy a bathe in a waterfall plunge pool – magic!
Getting Around
Arrange an organised tour with a regional travel expert who has experience in the region – they’ll know where to visit and where not to waste time.
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