One of the most popular attractions in Laos is the Khuang Si Falls. Packed with a series of gorgeous cascades and emerald green waters rushing through stepped waterfalls. Situated inside a national park, there’s also a moon bear sanctuary nestled together with the falls that you should visit to catch a glimpse of the cute moon bears rescued from poachers.

The Kuang Si Falls has 3 tiers leading to a 50-metre drop into shallow pools, before flowing downstream. Surrounded by lush tropical jungle, the pools have cascades of up to 5 metres high.

Kuang Si is a giant waterfall that flows through limestone-rich jungle and empties out into a series of three gently cascading pools. From the lowest one, each pool seems like a step on your way up to a holy temple.

Legend has it that a wise old man summoned the water by digging into the earth. Then a golden deer made its home under a rock protruding from under the new waters. That’s where the name Kuang Si comes from: kuang means deer, and si means dig.

Adding the falls to your Laos itinerary is one of the greatest travel decisions you'll make.