The Namkhan
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A chef in uniform stands behind rattan baskets of fresh vegetables and fruit in a wooden kitchen.
Half-Day Experience

Pick, cook and feast by the river

Walk our organic farm, harvest your own ingredients, then cook a traditional Lao lunch in a three-hour hands-on class. Spend the afternoon by the infinity pool or on the river

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The Setting

A working organic farm on the Nam Khan

Guests single out the location — jungle, river and rice paddies 15 minutes from Luang Prabang's old town.

  • Walk rows of herbs, vegetables and fruit trees
  • Pick ingredients for your class straight from the soil
  • Work in an open-air kitchen overlooking the gardens
  • Cool off in the infinity pool or on the private river beach
Traditional Lao village building with graffiti near The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, showcasing authentic rural community life.
Ornate gilded temple doors with traditional Lao Buddhist relief carvings at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, showcasing local cultural heritage.Handcrafted green mosaic teardrop sculpture with golden light at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, showcasing traditional artisan craftsmanshipMajestic tree on river island near The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, Laos, showcasing the natural beauty of the Nam Khan regionTraditional Lao-style villa with ornate wooden details surrounded by lush tropical palms and manicured gardens at The Namkhan resort in Luang PrabangTraditional wooden villas at The Namkhan overlook a cascading waterfall surrounded by tropical forest in Luang Prabang, Laos.Tourists bathing an elephant at Kuang Si waterfall's turquoise pools, a popular day excursion from The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, Laos
What You'll Do

Three hours from garden to table

Your morning starts with a guided farm walk — you'll pick the vegetables and herbs that go into your lunch.

  • Learn traditional Lao cooking techniques hands-on
  • Prepare a full farm-to-table meal with a local chef
  • Sit down to the lunch you've made
  • Stay for the afternoon — pool, river beach and grounds are yours
Infinity pool at The Namkhan resort reflecting golden sunset sky with traditional Lao villas and tropical gardens in Luang Prabang, Laos
Illuminated swimming pool at dusk with glowing resort bungalows and mountains beyond.A person relaxes in a rattan hanging chair beside a large outdoor chess set in a lush garden.Modern riverside villa with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking lush greenery at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, LaosA mesh daybed with blue cushions overlooks a small garden pond surrounded by greenery.Wooden chairs arranged around a glowing ornate fire bowl at dusk, thatched bungalows behind.Exterior wall of a white villa with large black-framed windows reflecting surrounding tropical trees.
What You'll Cook

Farm vegetables and Lao home cooking

Guests single out the breakfast — fresh, local and made from scratch. This class runs on the same kitchen and the same farm.

  • Traditional Lao dishes using ingredients you've picked
  • Techniques you can take home
  • Vegetarian-friendly — the menu adapts to what's growing
  • Eat what you've made, family-style
Wooden deck terrace with lounge seating and white-cloth dining tables surrounded by tropical forest at dusk, ambient lighting creates warm glow
Dark grey outdoor sofa and low teak table on a jute rug facing a green garden.Open-sided pavilion lounge with rattan chairs, grey sofas, and colourful bean bags on woven rugs.Outdoor lounge deck with cushioned seating overlooking lush forest at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, LaosArtisan beetroot rose garnish atop fresh arugula with herb oil dots on ceramic plate at Namkhan restaurant dining experienceCrystal bowl of coconut sticky rice topped with fresh mango cubes, butterfly pea flower and mint on banana leaf, served on gold-rimmed plateTraditional Lao red curry with coconut milk, pumpkin, and fresh Thai basil served in a golden ceramic bowl on banana leaf at Namkhan restaurant
After Lunch

Pool, river and jungle to yourself

Guests single out the pool — infinity edge, jungle backdrop, cold towels and fruit water all day.

  • Swim in the main pool or head down to the river beach
  • Lounge chairs, shade and poolside service
  • Walk the grounds or rest in a hammock
  • No rush — stay as long as you like
Open-air spa treatment room at The Namkhan in Luang Prabang overlooks bamboo groves and tropical gardens through traditional wooden screens
A tropical pool with a rock waterfall feature beside a thatched open-air spa pavilion.Private resort pool surrounded by lush palm trees and tropical foliage, featuring natural rock waterfall and traditional thatched pavilionSecluded pool deck surrounded by bamboo and tropical palms, featuring sun loungers with coral cushions and traditional teak pavilionsTropical pool with natural rock waterfall and thatched bar at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, surrounded by lush palm fronds and warm lightingTraditional teak garden villa with thatched roof and bamboo screens nestled among tropical palms and jungle foliage at NamkhanTraditional teak garden villa with thatched roof nestled in tropical jungle at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, Laos
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  • The lodge is 15 minutes from the old town
  • About 25 minutes from Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
  • We can arrange your transfer when you book
  • Vegetarian and allergy-friendly menus available
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