Pak Ou Caves & Elephant Bathing - Mekong River | Luang Prabang, Laos

We got a chance to visit the wonderful Manifa Elephant Camp & Lodge near Luang Prabang in Laos. This time we bathed the elephants in the Mekong river and took a boat trip to the famous Pak Ou Caves. We got to see what daily life is like along the Mekong and spent the sunset on an island enjoying a wonderful BBQ!
Since 2008 the owner Bpai who has loved elephants ever since he was young, bought over 100 hectares of land to be able to look after retired worker elephants and give them a peaceful life here on Manifa camp.
The work he does here with the Mahouts aka 'elephant whisperers' who live alongside the elephants in the jungle and communicate with them through voice and touch is really something to see. What a great opportunity it was to see these animals being cared for so well and we even got a chance to feed and bathe the elephants ourselves!
The resort is recently renovated with bungalows overlooking the Mekong river and a lush swimming pool and gardens.
If you are in Laos near Luang Prabang, we would definitely recommend you stay at his beautiful resort and see these majestic animals for yourself!
Manifa travel also offer day trips and tours such as kayaking, boat cruises along the Mekong River to the famous Pak Ou Caves and more!
Check out Manifa Travel Website for offers and travel packages: www.manifatrav...
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[@GeeXiong-h6s]

I got to feed and bathe the elephants too in Thailand. I loved it! Beautiful creatures for sure.

[@pro-et3eq]

That amazing feeling I love elephants.

[@jeffstryker1454]

That place looks amazing, stay safe guys.

[@LaoSoftware]

You have beautiful smiles on your faces today. Laos is a paradise especially when you wake up to magnificent nature. All natural environment. No pollution in the water or in the air. Very clean. Very healthy to enjoy the simple life.

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you and yes it is amazing here, we are so lucky😊

[@mooseC01930]

Hi Mario and Olivia! Beautiful and majestic animal! Been following your guys channel since last year and really appreciate some great videos you guys put up! Beautiful country and and awesome culture! Keep up the good work with the videos! Great to see foreigners like you guys who love and respect the beautiful country and it’s great culture. Hopefully one of these days I will get to return home and enjoy the natural beauty of the country like you guys! Stay safe and keep your amazing videos coming!

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks for following our journey, it means a lot to us 🙂we hope you get to aswell! Thanks again 🙏

[@joseb8275]

Muy bonito todo. Disfrutad , estamos contentos de veros así. Un abrazo para los dos. Os esperamos !!!!!!

[@TravelsonToast]

Muchas gracias Jose!! 🙂

[@sainhatee5455]

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[@kashsingh5268]

Wow 😮 another amazing video guys keep up the amazing work and fun you guys have wish I was there with you guys 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🍺🍺🍺🍺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you mate!🙏

[@austinthavong515]

Thanks for sharing, seems like fun to hangout with elephants, I love elephants I’m from Laos

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks for watching 🙂

[@stevethavisack8770]

@@TravelsonToast Thanks for sharing amazing videos

[@dazza2024]

Giddy Mario & Olivia Another great video your sharing in the amazing Elephant park beautiful creatures have done it in Chiang Mai not bathing though, your travels are so forfiling going down the river then finishing off with a BBQ keep enjoying & stay safe.

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you, we really appreciate it!🙏

[@ingridbeeken9980]

I'd love to be 'stuck' in Laos during covid and explore all the country has to offer. I love your youthful enthusiasm and the sense of wonder in your eyes. I am so glad I came across your channel. It is now one of my favorites. Your voices and your whole being radiates peace. Thanks for being you!

[@TravelsonToast]

Wow thank you so much, that is really nice from you, it warms our hearts😊

[@Captain250FX]

I was here in November!

[@leechuang9630]

Like it der ! Cheers ! 😀😎😂 Pai la !

[@stevethavisack8770]

Hello guys! Wow amazing views ! seems like fun to hung out with elephants ! I love them.Enjoy your time there and welcome to Laos.

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you 🙂

[@inthaone3282]

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[@애두드랜드]

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[@laludaraquthni6077]

Hi beauty..looking forward to see you again in kuta lombok...🙂

[@lousin9689]

It's very amazing videos and great tip for tourists!💖

[@TravelsonToast]

thanks 😃

[@Studiolaoniustudio]

Hello...how are you！I am Sommay and very happy to see your youtube. I like very much. And i also knew Mr sheng, He was interview to you. I saw your youtuber...i love very much

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you! Yes he interviewed us once 😊

[@NamanThakar]

Wow what a great experience! Great video keep it up 👍🏽

[@TravelsonToast]

thanks 🙂

[@touhlantujhawj8827]

Nice video, I give you 👍👍👍

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you

[@marcusr9876]

Nice video really like the drone shots👍

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you Marcus!

[@thongthipsppd8641]

very good Video

[@TravelsonToast]

thank you

[@lalalalala1804]

welcome

[@wanderspotexplore4465]

Awesome guys! Loved it! Big thumbs up! :D

[@MrBreadman420]

The Indiana Jones music added the right touch to that moment

[@TravelsonToast]

Haha thanks, we hoped someone will like it😅

[@ar3970]

I’m so envy all of your guys so enjoy full with your trip I’m Staying in Australia can’t go Anywhere still Lock down because of coronavirus 19 Make me feel so bad I want na cry 😭

[@TravelsonToast]

Yeah I think a lot of people feel like that right now, it's a pretty stressful time for everyone so don't put yourself down about it 🙂 We were super lucky to end up being stuck here and still getting the chance to travel a bit but we can't go anywhere so who knows what will happen next thanks for watching ✌

[@stnews9927]

I watched you clip since southern Laos You guys are awesome👍👍

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks 🙌🙂

[@aiylatjaidee2873]

Thx for showing us the vdo...have fun.

[@TravelsonToast]

thank you 🙂

[@Love_LaoPDR]

Wow amazing trip 😍😻

[@makototaeka5680]

Oh, you guys so brave. I would be very scared just to be near them. They are so huge.

[@TravelsonToast]

They look intimidating but asian elephants are usually humble and calm

[@Autourdumonde1]

Hey guys, thanks for your awesome channel :) We just start few months ago to TravelVlog, you're an inspiration for us.

[@TravelsonToast]

Wow thanks so much, it makes us happy that we inspired other people too 🙂 keep going!

[@usa8835]

Thank video

[@ponming5026]

To be able to get that close to those amazing majestic animals you must feel so wonderful. I am glad those elephants are not being chained down, caged up, and beaten into forced labors because it breaks my heart to see any human abusing any animals. This is their kingdom too and all men should respect that. Thank you so much for sharing the videos. You guys take care and safe travel.

[@TravelsonToast]

Thank you and we are also happy that you understand the importance of protecting animals!

[@jeffstryker1454]

Did you guys see where the Mekong river joins the Ou river? The Mekong is brown in colour and the Ou river is really clear it’s near the caves . I went there a few years ago.

[@TravelsonToast]

Yeah we went there and got told about that but because of the rainy season it wasn't blue anymore! Would've been nice to see it though 🙏thanks for watching

[@aniksvlog]

Awesome

[@bouathammavongxay7925]

12:37 wowowo ❤

[@TravelsonToast]

Amazing nature 🏞🙂

[@nickhubbard3671]

Amazing trip - keep the videos coming!

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks, we'll do our best✊

[@myw6r5d86]

I love your pant

[@nemanjalazic9712]

Amazing video. Since you are still in Laos, I will highly recommend to visit Muang Ngoy (north parth of Laos) Not so far from Luang Prabang. Amanzing nature, local tribe, beautiful mountains 🏔, river. But that village will definitely stay forever in my heart. Problem is only that you need to take a boat, but they are not expensive. Stay safe. Good luck.

[@TravelsonToast]

We will be going in a couple of weeks hopefully, thanks!

[@daopongsavong4574]

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[@sarinabond7738]

How long are you two in Laos? Seem like you two have covered everywhere in Laos, that's awesome. So jealous 😣... enjoy all the while guys🙏

[@TravelsonToast]

Until we can leave 😂 been here since february so been trying to see it all whilst we are here! Thanks ✌

[@sarinabond7738]

@@TravelsonToast you two are very delightful to watch and listen to. I am sure all the Laos people love to have you guys around as long as you can and like. In fact any and every countries would love you two to visit their country. You guys are loved wherever and everywhere you go. Blesses you both 😚😚🙏🙏

[@TravelsonToast]

This is so lovely of you 💚 thank you Sarina 😁

[@user1fja98dnaiid]

They got such cool eyebrow bones

[@Dan-uc7vl]

Who's the clown that gave a thumbs down? Stunning senerey.

[@TravelsonToast]

Cheers Daniel!✌

[@BoyLocal66]

You in laos month ?

[@unrest5770]

8:54 is that flowers behind you on your left?

[@LuTungc]

How long have you guys been in Laos and what's the cost of living over there?

[@TravelsonToast]

Since February 🙂 it's relatively cheap, hotels average at 10 usd for something nice, meals in most restaurants are between 2-5 usd, transport is cheap too. Can be done on a budget for sure though!

[@LuTungc]

Wow! Thanks you for the information.

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[@TravelsonToast]

Sabaidee

[@ceebreezy916]

Please check out Mark Wiens VLoG. He will tell you all about all different type of food in Laos and other countries. He also will tell you what cheap and what not.

[@user1fja98dnaiid]

Whats pricing om staying at elephant camp

[@TravelsonToast]

It's 260 kip per night in a private bungalow

[@stevethavisack8770]

260k = 28 $

[@user1fja98dnaiid]

@@stevethavisack8770 ok hum kop jai