Pandaw Upper Mekong Cruise through Laos

[Solent Richard]

I have recently returned from an exceptional 10 day river cruise that followed the Upper Mekong through Laos.

 

It was with a company that was new to me called Pandaw. The Upper Mekong is so different to the Mekong that flows between Siem Reap and Saigon and it is well worth consideration.

 

I have written a very comprehensive review on my Cruise Blog covering both the ship and the FULL itinerary.

 

Here is the link...

 

https://solentrichardscruiseblog.com/2020/01/30/fifty-shades-of-green-laos-mekong-river-cruise/

 

I'd be delighted to answer any questions.

 

 

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[kayakcove]

Thank you for posting your review.  It does appear to be an interesting option.  Did you encounter water level issues you felt related to dams upstream?  I was thinking the rapids could have been even more challenging with higher water levels. I have seen several recent articles about how the fluctuating levels have impacted the river.  We are 13 days out from starting our trip on the lower Mekong with 8 days of land extension with AMA.  

[AlRajul]

Hi SolentRichard,

Great blog, we are due to do the Majestic Mekong mid Sept with Pandaw. As you can imagine we are having second thoughts about going due to Covid -19. Our final balance is due shortly, so lots to think about!

[Keithb]

Pandaw Cruise went bankrupt Oct. 2021 and was unable to find investors.