The Mekong Delta –Vietnam’s Ultra Rich Southern Area & your Introduction to a Watery Way of Life
Ever wonder where the Mekong River winds up? Well, into the South China Sea, of course. But before it empties out into the ocean, it passes through an area in Southern Vietnam known as the Mekong Delta.
Cruise the Irrawaddy or Mekong Rivers and try your Luck Spotting the Rare Irrawaddy Dolphin
The Irrawaddy Dolphin is one of the most sought after animals in Southeast Asia. Their natural habitat includes the Irrawaddy River in Myanmar (obviously the dolphin is named after it), the Mekong River and around the islands of Borneo, Java and Sumatra.
Count Them; 4000 Islands in Champasak Province, Laos
Sipandon (also known as 4000 Islands) is a group of small islands in the Mekong River in Southern Laos. As you cruise down the Mekong, you will see the river splitting off into many channels separated by thousands of islets in different sizes.
The Golden Triangle; A Captivating Region Beyond its Checkered Past
The borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge to form the infamous Golden Triangle. It is one of the main attractions of a Northern Thailand trip because of its history and geography.
Vientiane (pronounced wiang-chan) is Laos’ capital and largest city. There are about 200,000 people living in the city center, with over 730,000 in the Vientiane Prefecture.