*The Bamboo Experience’, a rustic pavillion modelled on a traditional Lao house, perched in a picturesque setting next to rice fields.
*An introduction to the importance of bamboo to Lao culture and to the use of bamboo in a diverse range of household items found in rural Lao dwellings.
*A relaxing bamboo weaving activity, where you’ll weave a souvenir mat made from strips of the bamboo plant, using a technique which has been practises for centuries.
*A fun, interactive cooking class, using the bamboo plant as a key ingredient; make dishes such as bamboo shoot soup, bamboo shoot steamed in banana leaf, and bamboo shoot dip and more.
*A delicious meal (made by you), and photo opportunities of semi-rural Laos, from the relaxing pavilion terrace.
Stop At:
• Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre, 125/10 Ban Saylom, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos
Sample Menu
• Bamboo themed set menu - 1. Bamboo soup
2. Stuffed bamboo shoot with minced pork
3. Fish wrap in banana leaf
4. Stir-fried bamboo shoot with minced pork
and more...
See Availability.
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up the guest at the hotel in the city center of Luang Prabang
08:30 AM
4 hours(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Amy_C
The people running the tour were very knowledgeable and friendly. I really enjoyed the cooking class and would’ve liked to have done a little bit more of that.
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Posted On : 2024-05-04
Posted By : George_W
We thoroughly enjoyed the various activities included in the Bamboo Experience. We learned a lot and laughed a lot, (especially at ourselves) in this very participatory outing. It also gave us a chance to get away from the crowds and enjoy the peaceful nearby countryside.
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Posted On : 2024-04-02
Posted By : Expedition651640
Breathing in the surrounding rice fields and peaceful energy of the school constructed with bamboo made it very special and uplifting! As a US solo woman traveler it was refreshing to be a part of a small group; a delightful couple from Australia:) I loved the Guide he infused playfulness into the experience as he explained the history of Laos and styles of weaving and basketry. He even went the extra mile with guiding us patiently with how it’s done! The cooking part with the bamboo shoots was so delicious and reminded me of the value of bamboo as a nutritional and renewable, resource to replace all the plastics! (Why not???)
The mung musician and dancer was the star of the show! Such a gorgeous representation of Laos and the mung community with all its wonderful contributions!! Cup Chai lye lye!!(Thank you very much!!!)
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Posted On : 2024-03-01
Posted By : Maggiemum2
An interesting diversion from sight-seeing learning how to cook sticky- rice and weave bamboo.
OK, we only made place mats but were given a frog to take way.
Who knew you could cook so many dishes? Fortunately our efforts were supplemented by the resident cook.
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Posted On : 2024-02-19
Posted By : Legofhfjrbc
I had a great morning here learning all about the different ways they use bamboo in Laos. We then did bamboo weaving and made a little coaster each. I started to notice how much bamboo (and the technique we were taught) was used all around Laos. We then had a cooking class which was great, the food was the best I’ve had on my travels so far, lots to try. I would really recommend this activity to anyone.
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Posted On : 2024-01-30
Posted By : Ann_M
This tour was a lot of fun & very informative. Our tour guides were all very knowledgeable & friendly. All phases of the tour — the explanation about all the ways bamboo is used, weaving the bamboo coasters, preparation of rice, cooking (& eating), & musical performances — were very well done. Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2024-01-30
Posted By : saraaQ2320EE
Stunning experience giving us an insight into traditional daily life in the villages. The uses of bamboo were incredible and we thoroughly enjoyed the Bamboo weaving taking home a lovely coaster as a great souvenir. The cooking class was phenomenal and the food created was some of the best food we’ve had on our trip throughout Asia so far. Highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting a beautiful cultural experience.
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Posted On : 2024-01-17
Posted By : Maps48380604931
This was an amazing experience! All the staff were so friendly and I had such a great time! My favourite thing I have done so far in Laos!! Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-01-07
Posted By : X9109ZCkristins
This is a delightful way to enrich your experience of Laos when you are in Luang Prabang. It is a chance to learn about traditional Lao culture through cooking and bamboo weaving. You can read guidebooks to Laos before you go to try to be a thoughtful traveler, but the Bamboo Experience gives you a direct, hands on way to experience the culture and the food that is far better than anything in a book. And it is delicious and fun.
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Posted On : 2023-12-27
Posted By : Sarthak B
Amazing experience - the baci ceremony was a true highlight, and it was amazing to learn so much about Laotian culture in a day. Everyone involved within the tour was also very knowledgeable and exuberant - just fantastic overall!
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Posted On : 2023-11-30
