Trip Planner: Asia / Laos / Luang Prabang Province / Nong Khiaw / Patok Cave

Patok Cave, Nong Khiaw

1.0

#5 of 6 in Things to do in Nong Khiaw

At Patok Cave, see the place that served as a sanctuary for the soldiers during the Vietnam War. Rich with history, the network of three caves offers a chance to see how and in what conditions the soldiers lived during the difficult period. To get to the first cave, you’ll need to cross a small bridge. Despite its small size, you probably won’t be able to touch the ceiling of the initial cave. Turn left to get to the second, which is larger and leads straight into the third. Make sure to bring a flashlight and spare batteries in order to thoroughly explore the caves. Put Patok Cave and other Nong Khiaw attractions into our Nong Khiaw attractions planner , and watch your holiday take shape.

Create an itinerary including Patok Cave

Patok Cave Reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

98 reviews

By Doudoudidette On April 22, 2018

La route pour arriver à la grotte est plaisante. Une fois sur le site je bois un panneau mentionnant un prix raturé à priori récemment. Au lieu de 10.000 kips, un 2 a été rajouté devant le prix. Un ga... more »

The road to get to the cave is pleasant. Once on the site I drink a sign mentioning a line through a priori price recently. Instead of 10,000 kip, a 2A was added to the price. A boy of ten years rushes to me to pay. I ask him how it is it tells me the ratures price: 210.000 kips. I tell him it's impossible and offered him 10,000. Not enthusiastic but he accepts. He barely speaks English but tells me that he will be my guide: I say that he can not be my guide since we are talking the same language. I buy the ticket and the kid with me with her boyfriend of 15 years, who only tell me barely more than what signs indicate and barely speaks English. And neither did lamps. (Fortunately I planned mine). Only the first part of the cave is accessible. Initially the site at the bottom of the cave, which was a hospital during the war, is dangerous with big snakes. I admit that being alone, I was not reassured with the band of small boys at the entrance and the cave dark. Leaving, he asked me to pay the guides. I told him that he had to say that before and that's not correct. I give him all the same 2000 kip, but he replied me that it is not enough. I gave him the moral telling him that it does not, it must be said the purchase of the ticket. It's not respectful of visitors: he did not expect and apologizes. However, I don't think that their practices will stop.

View original
By 문규 박 On March 25, 2018

농키아우 시내에서 다리건너서 쭉 걸어가다보면 나오는 동굴이에요. 거리가 그리 멀진 않으니 아침시간 좀 덜더울때 산책삼아 다녀오면 좋아요. 동굴 앞엔 물놀이 할수있는 개울도 있어요 more »

Drive straight across the bridge from downtown coming Nong walked cave. The distance is not so normal, so I went for a walk and giggle a little less hotter in the morning hours when it comes good. The Creek is also able to swim before the cave's

View original
By laserp40 On March 14, 2018

Cette grotte est un peu éloignée de la ville. Nous l'avons trouvée intéressante pour son côté historique, mais aussi pour son environnement, très beau. Attention aux "pseudos" guides, qui viennent vou... more »

This cave is a bit far from the city. We found it interesting for its history, but also for its environment, very nice. Attention to the "nicknames" guides, coming to you to visit the second cave, with finance subsequently...

View original

View more on TripAdvisor »

Places to stay near Patok Cave

Plan your trip to Nong Khiaw

Get a personalized plan

A complete day-by-day itinerary
based on your preferences
Customize it

Refine your plan. We'll find the
best routes and schedules
Book it

Choose from the best hotels
and activities. Up to 50% off
Manage it

Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.