Down on the Rice Farm

Do you gaze out at all those beautiful green rice paddies in Asia and want to jump into the fields and have a go? Well this Tuk Tuk Safari is for you!

We’ll take you to an organic rice, fish and vegetable farm on the outskirts of Vientiane. Run by a Lao non-government organisation using traditional Lao farming methods, this is the perfect place to try your hand at rice farming. The friendly farmers will show you how to get your feet wet planting rice seedlings, or if it’s harvest season then cut and thresh your own rice for lunch! Do a spot of fishing, collect fresh duck eggs, learn about organic fertiliser and how it is made, and harvest fresh seasonal organic vegetables and bamboo (if in season).
Once you’ve finished in the field, you’ll cook up a traditional Lao lunch with the days’ produce. Learn how to cook sticky rice and make papaya salad and sit down to enjoy a picnic-style lunch and a well-earned rest.

On the way back into town, we’ll take you to a local fresh food market to check out the amazing diversity of Lao food. Stop for a while in the market for a traditional Lao coffee or sample some delicious Lao sweets.

Details – This tour includes farm activities and some walking, so is best suited to people with a moderate level of fitness. You’ll need to bring a long sleeved shirt for rice threshing (depending on the season), sunscreen, insect repellent, and a hat. Please wear comfortable clothes such as pants

Cost is $80 per person for 2-3 guests, and $65 per person for 4 or more guests (please note that you will need to pay the full $80 per person when you book, however we will refund the $15 difference to you for each person if you have 4 or more people).

Note - Please make sure that we have at least 24 hours notice to run this tour, and the more notice the better. The tour does not run on Sundays. The tour can only run from 8.30am to around 2.30pm. Thanks.

Email hi@tuktuksafari.com to arrange tours for larger groups or custom tours.