North Laos - 5 Day Rally Ride

cypress

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Hi guys,

if youre looking for a rally style track in north laos have a look at my GPX-files.
To give you a rough idea about the terrain i add some pictures.

I did that ride in April with a CRF250L.

Make sure to have enough gasoline and water on Day 2 (Luang Namtha to Nong Khiaw).
There is some pretty awesome track inbetween which is a bit technical and you wont find any villages for a while.
Single trail and rocky terrain, but no problem if youre a experienced rider (also with a GS).

I could handle all the water crossings in April, there are a lot. So always be ready to return.

The other days you will find rally style offroad tracks trough a great environment.
Daily trips can be done easy if you start early. Usually i started about 8am.

Big cities: Luang Prabang and Vientiane
Hostels: Enough

Was my first time in Laos and I loved it.

If you have any questions let me know.

Crossing from Thailand into Laos at Houayxay
1 Day Houayxay to Luang Namtha
2 Day Luang Namtha to Nong Khiaw
3 Day Nong Khiaw to Luang Prabang
4 Day Luang Prabangto to Phonsavan
5 Day Phonsavan to Vientiane

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Moto-Rex

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Nice report Cypress, looks like you enjoyed your first ride in Laos.

I like this photo. Looks great through here.
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Great photo of my favourite town in Laos. Nothing better than sunset beers in Nong Khiew.
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Really good five day route, well done.

Thanks for the write up.

Moto-Rex