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.