THE NAMKHAN
Guests meditating in a riverside stone circle at The Namkhan wellness retreat overlooking the Nam Khan River in Luang Prabang, Laos
Overhead view of colorful Lao tasting menu dishes with fresh vegetables, herbs, and traditional pottery on white linen table setting — The Namkhan Luang PrabangLarge mosaic-tiled swimming pool with turquoise water surrounded by tropical trees, green umbrellas, and teak loungers at Namkhan resort
Dining & evenings

Pool, River Meditation & Lao Dinner

An afternoon at the infinity pool and the gardens, a guided meditation by the river as the evening comes, then the Lao tasting menu at Roots.

  • Duration · 4 h 30
  • Time · 15:00–19:30
  • Children · Children are very welcome. The resort is large — please keep your children in sight at all times.
  • 4.5 h

Your day

  1. 15:00–17:00Infinity Pool · Gardens & Grounds · Chess Gardenfree time — yours to spend
  2. 17:00–18:30River Meditation (Private)
  3. 18:30–19:30Lao Tasting Menu

Not included: Transport to and from the resort. A free shuttle runs from Luang Prabang city centre (message us on WhatsApp for times and pick-up points), or add a private pickup when you book (Luang Prabang and nearby, up to 20 km).

Arrive at 15:00 and settle in at the infinity pool, the chess garden and the gardens while the afternoon cools. At 17:00 a private guided meditation of 90 minutes takes place by the Khan River as evening falls. At 18:30 you sit down at Roots, on the terrace above the river, for the Lao tasting menu, made with produce from the resort's own organic farm. This river meditation and Lao dinner ends at 19:30. The Namkhan is by the Khan River, about 15 minutes from Luang Prabang town by tuk-tuk or taxi. A free shuttle runs between the city centre and the resort — message us on WhatsApp for times and pick-up points.

Good to know

Where we meetCheck in at reception when you arrive; the team will show you to the pool and later take you to the river for your meditation.
What to bring & wearYour reservation number and swimwear for the pools, sauna and rock pool (swimwear is required in the mixed sauna). Everything else is ready for you.
Dress codeSwimwear for the pools and rock pool — swimwear is required in the mixed sauna. Bathrobes are provided. Comfortable clothes you can move in for yoga and meditation.
Age, fitness & accessThe river meditation is for guests aged 16 and over.
Food & dietaryIncluded in this pass: Lao Tasting Menu. Please tell us about allergies or dietary needs when you book.
Not includedTransport to and from the resort. A free shuttle runs from Luang Prabang city centre (message us on WhatsApp for times and pick-up points), or add a private pickup when you book (Luang Prabang and nearby, up to 20 km).
PaymentOnce we confirm your time, our reservations team sends a BCEL payment link for the full amount. Pay it within 12 hours, at the latest 2 hours before your visit, or the place is released.
CancellationFree cancellation until 24 hours before.
ConfirmationOur team confirms within 2 hours during opening hours, by WhatsApp and email.
What’s providedTowels, showers, changing rooms and bathrobes are provided.
Getting hereDon Keo Village, Luang Prabang, Laos · 8 km from the airport (about 15 min)Open in Google Maps ↗
More details
  • Giant chess and board games in our games garden are yours all day.
  • Every pass shows plainly what is included — and what is not.
  • Workshops and experiences are hosted privately, for two guests or more.
  • Small groups — every experience has its own host.
  • Times are a suggestion — we shape the day around you and our hosts.

Questions

How do I book?

Send a booking request. Reception confirms on WhatsApp, usually within 2 hours during the day.

Do I pay online?

No. There is nothing to pay online: pay at the resort, or by the BCEL payment link sent with your confirmation.

Can I cancel?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before your day.

How do I get to The Namkhan?

Take a tuk-tuk or taxi — about 15 minutes from Luang Prabang town or from the airport. There is also a free shuttle from the city centre; message us on WhatsApp for times and pick-up points.

Can children join?

The river meditation is for guests aged 16 and over.

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