Ban Namsanam: River-view rooms at Sainamhai Resort

Sainamhai Resort is located in Ban Namsanam. It offers a garden, a terrace, a bar, and free Wi-Fi. The rooms have air conditioning, a balcony with river views, a private bathroom, and a seating area. Facilities and room details may change; confirm them directly with the resort before your trip.

Khammuan: Caves and protected landscapes

In the wider travel region of Khammuan, Kong Lor Cave is located in Phu Hin Bun National Park, in Khoun Kham District, Khammouane Province. The tunnel is 7.5 kilometers long and reaches 100 meters high in some places. Villagers in Kong Lor operate boats that provide access to the cave. Boat services and local guide offerings at the cave generate income directly for the local community. Check before visiting whether these services are currently available.

Xe Bang Fai Cave offers a different cave experience: it is a large river cave that the Xe Bang Fai River has carved through limestone mountains over millions of years. It is located in the lush protected-area and limestone karst landscape of Boualapha District in Khammouane Province. Hin Nam No National Park encompasses pristine rainforests, waterfalls, and complex cave systems. In 2025, it was inscribed alongside Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park as a transboundary natural heritage site.

Xiang Liap Cave and Nang Aen Cave also offer different cave features. The entrance to Xiang Liap Cave is 30 meters high. The cave is about 14 kilometers northeast of Thakhek District along Route 12, near Xiang Liap village. Nang Aen Cave is 18 kilometers northeast of Thakhek town on National Highway 12. Visitors can climb up and down stairs there to view natural rock formations. Road conditions may change; check them before setting out.

Cultural destinations and activities in Khammuan

Tham Pa Fa Cave, also known as Buddha Cave, is an important cultural and religious landmark in Khammouane Province. The That Sikhottabong Festival is held annually at That Sikhottabong during the third lunar month. The calendar dates vary from year to year according to the lunar calendar. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the date for your chosen year.

Regional cultural heritage also includes traditional crafts: the Phou Tai people in Khammouane are associated with these crafts and are known for their careful weaving. Nature and hiking destinations offer a different focus. Tad Sieng Leu is located within the national protected area in Khammouane Province and is a particularly important destination for people who enjoy hiking.

Phou Pha Marn is considered the highest point and a gateway to Phou Hin Boun National Protected Area. It is also an important stop on the Thakhek Loop itinerary. The wider travel region of Khammuan thus offers caves and protected landscapes, as well as cultural sites, crafts, and hiking destinations.

Discover more destinations: Na Hi, Thakhek, Ban Nakham, Nam Theun, Ban Lao.

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