Activities
Date: Wednesday 8th February 2012Chiang Khong has a few “must see / must do” tourist items…
Mekong River Boat Trips
Tung Na Noi Hmong Village
Phu Chi Fah mountain
A spectacular cliff top mountain viewpoint south of Chiang Khong right on the Laos border, with absolutely stunning spectacular panoramic views. Recommended as a day trip from Chiang Khong. See this GT Rider Trip Report
The Giant Mekong Catfish is a critically endangered species. Chiang Khong has a Giant Catfish museum, and a festival in their honour occurs around April 18 each year (Songkran / Thai New Year). 
Chiang Khong is a popular tourist gateway in to Laos, especially to the World Heritage centre of Luang Prabang. Take the slow boat to Luang Prabang, two days on the mighty Mekong River. 