As first stop on the way to the north of Laos, Nong Khaio lies pictorial in a loop of the Nam Ou River. Perfect to admire the sunset over Nong Khaio from the viewpoint (approximately 1-1,5h uphill) – well even without a spectacular sunset it’s a great experience!
The last point before leaving to Muang Ngoi to withdraw some cash and the landing of the boat to Muang Ngoi is located in the village (1h, 2 times daily when enough of people are there, 11 am and 14.30 pm). Here are some pictures from my stay: