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Region: Vientiane And Surrounds> Province: Vientiane> Location: Phou Khao Khouay National Park
Ban Pako Eco-Lodge
lives up to its billing as an eco-lodge
Ban Pako Eco-Lodge
Ban Nabong, Pak Ngum District, Vientiane Province
Tel: (021) 45 1841, (030) 525 7937
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Description
Ban Pako is set on the Nam Ngum River, some 50km from the centre of Vientiane. Constructed from local materials using traditional techniques and powered by solar energy, it lives up to its billing as an Eco-Lodge. Built in 1995, the Swedish-operated Lodge is aptly spaced out to ensure a feel of seclusion and at the same time, safety. The focal part of the lodge is the spacious river view terrace with its attractive garden, sunset river views and authentic, if undersized, bamboo hammocks. European and Asian food is served on the terrace. The Lao food incorporates wild vegetables and bamboo gathered locally. It's a great place to relax, with sauna, spring pool, meditation platform and herbal tea all on offer. But if tuning in doesn't turn you on, trekking and wild elephant spotting at nearby Ban Na are available. The six bungalows are airy, have en-suite bathrooms and river views. The five double rooms are aligned in a longhouse, away from the river. The rooms lack privacy and have shared bathroom facilities. It's back-to-nature, so no hot water, fans or air-con. Book ahead for weekends, when Vientiane expats are in residence. A rather pricey escape from Vientiane, there are better value, more interesting eco-experiences to be had in other provinces. All rates include breakfast.
Total rooms: 11
Dbl fan private b'room
7 USD (low season)
10 USD (high season)
Family room
40 USD (low season)
50 USD (high season)
Only one - bungalow
Bungalow fan private b'room
20 USD (low season)
25 USD (high season)
Added to Travelfish on: 20th February, 2007
Last visited or updated on: 20th February, 2007
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