Savannakhet, more officially known as 'Kaysone Phomvihane' is the capital of Savannakhet Province in Southern Laos and is located alongside the Mekong River. It is the second-biggest city in Laos, after Vientiane. You will be surprised by its old French colonial architecture and the friendly, sleepy atmosphere of the town which conserves many aspects of Lao traditional culture. The small but blossoming tourism sector offers various eco-trekking programs to the outskirts of town and preserved forests besides other places of interest in neighbouring districts. The welcoming and generous character of the local people makes you feel easily part of the community.

Airport in Savannakhet

Savannakhet International Airport

Savannakhet Airport, although it is an international airport, is a very small airport operating with only one international flight and two domestic flights. The airport is located right in the city of Savannakhet, east bank of the city. The centre of Savannakhet is west along the river, where there are also a few hotels in the city. It is a small airport. However, this small airport has a nostalgic feel where we can walk the few meters separating the boarding of the plane waiting for us on the track of landing. Transport to and from the city centre, which is approximately 3 km is available by car or van driven by local drivers.

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Savannakhet?

The best time to visit Savannakhet is between October and February. The weather is not hot and the humidity is less during these months. From late February, summer sets in slowly with March to May being the hottest months. Monsoon begins in late July and lasts until September, with the city witnessing landslides and floods.

It is a great time to be outdoors in the city. Boat trips and swimming in the lakes are quite popular during October till February since the sunsets and sunrises are fantastic and awesome picturesque at this time. Savannakhet is the perfect Laotian town. A developed bit tucked away from the Mekong with tons of good food and lovely people. Quiet and oozing with old-world colonial charm, it may look sleepy but is still enchanting. It is fun and relaxing to spend your holidays there.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Savannakhet?

Biking Around - Savannakhet is ridiculously Not just by South-East Asian standards, but by global standards. The traffic is pretty much non-existent and the roads in the centre are generally in good condition, making it perfect for cycling. Bikes for rent are available at very reasonable prices so grab one! Biking around the Mekong area and the city centre is a pleasant way to spend. You can also pop into the Savannakhet Visitor's Centre for information about the city and its surroundings.

The Dinosaur Museum - The Dinosaur Museum is one of the interesting attractions in this city. Here, you will get the chance to touch and get as close as you want to some of the 200 million years old bones that have been discovered in the province. Few of them are on displays while others are kept in drawers and the staff will be more than happy to show them to you. Fragments of a meteorite which hit our planet some 100 million years ago are shown as well. It is located on Chaimeuang Road, few hundred meters north of the historic town.

The Night Market - The Savannakhet Night Market is a great place to grab some street food and watch the world go by. Stalls are dishing up tasty meals which are delicious, including some vegetarian and vegan dishes and is the best place to eat in Laos.