Timeline
17:07
Grab a local drink or snack to take with you. Since there are no listed shops nearby, check the route for the nearest option in town before heading to the river.
17:22
Take a river boat to reach the Tad Sae Waterfalls. The trip involves a short boat ride, so arrive early to secure your passage.
17:52
Find a spot on the banks as the sun sets toward the WSW. The tiered falls are not as big as Kuang Si, but they offer a beautiful, intimate backdrop for the golden hour.
Local tip
Elephant rides are available at the waterfalls if you want to extend your stay after the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- You must take a river boat to reach the place; confirm boat schedules locally.
- Entry is 15,000 kip.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Luang Prabang (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).