The Bamboo Bridge In Luang Prabang

It was our final morning in Luang Prabang and we decided to check out the popular Bamboo Bridge and what’s on the other side. It looks quite scary, but I can assure you it’s very safe to cross and the scenery around is so beautiful.

The bamboo bridge is one of the main tourist attractions in Luang Prabang and is definitely a must see. It is so clever that local residents have made this incredibly strong bridge all by themselves from natural materials and make a living from it. It also helps the locals get around quicker as well.

THE BAMBOO BRIDGE IN LUANG PRABANG // WHAT TO DO AND SEE THERE

It is made by a family who live nearby and they service and repair the bridge throughout the year. It is only accessible for certain months in the year due to the weather and river conditions. It takes you over the Nam Khan river which merges into the Mekong Delta.

There are two bridges which stretch across the river in various points in Luang Prabang; the larger bridge which connects the weaver’s village of Ban Xieng Lek and the paper-making village of Ban Xiang Khong and the smaller bridge which is slightly upstream and connects the old city to the newer side, as well as to restaurants and craft shops overlooking the river. This bridge is the smaller bridge.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO CROSS?

The bridge costs 7,000 KIP per person which is roughly 34P GBP (as of 10/02/2023) to cross both ways and the money goes directly to the family that have built it and also helps with any repairs to the bridge.

The bridge is made entirely from bamboo, rope and electrical lights to illuminate the path. Locals, tourists and even Monks use this bridge to get around to the buildings on the other side.

WHAT TO SEE AND DO

There is a restaurant, Dyen Sabai Restaurant hidden within the trees at the end of the bridge which has great views of the main part of Luang Prabang and Mount Phousi, which you can have food or cocktails (or both) and various local businesses as well.

On the other side of the bridge, there are plenty of local businesses to check out on the other side of the bridge including a restaurant, textile shop and a yoga studio. There are also many residents houses on this side of the river as well.

• The Weaving Sisters
• Patta Textiles Gallery & Cafe
• Dyen Sabai Restaurant

Other things to do in Luang Prabang include:
• Hike up Mount Phousi Hill
• Walk and shop the