Living Land Rice Farming Experience in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang, Laos

Living Land Rice Farming Experience

Outty Ranking 81 4.9 · 105 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $25

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81/100

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Traveler rating

4.9/5

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Is Living Land Rice Farming Experience worth booking?

Living Land Rice Farming Experience is a 5-hour experience in Luang Prabang, Laos, from $25 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 105 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
81 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (105)
Duration
5 hours
From
$25 per person

Hand on experience of growing, harvesting and cooking sticky rice, “Kau Niau”, finishing with a degustation of some rice based specialties. Morning Tour (without lunch) 8:00 : Pickup from your hotel 8:30-11.30 : Farming

What you get

  • All Fees and Taxes

About this experience

Hand on experience of growing, harvesting and cooking sticky rice, “Kau Niau”, finishing with a degustation of some rice based specialties. Morning Tour (without lunch) 8:00 : Pickup from your hotel 8:30-11.30 : Farming experience Morning Tour (with Lunch) Additional specialty lunch in the farm (11:30-) Farming + Lunch + Waterfalls After farming & specialty lunch, visit Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Center & Kuang Si falls (-18:00) Farming + Mekong Sunset Cruise / Pak Ou Caves After farming, visit Manifa elephant camp for lunch, Mekong sunset cruise & Pak Ou caves in the afternoon (-18:00)

What's included

Included

  • All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Lunch

What you'll see and do

  1. The Living Land Farm

    This charming community farm just outside of Luang Prabang overlooks wonderful Rice Fields and Mountains. Rice is planted all year round and they welcome guests who want to learn about Rice planting and other farm activities like bamboo weaving, sugar cane pressing, black smithing. The half day programme starts at 08.30 and finishes with a tasting of rice based snacks. After farming experience, we have lunch in the farm (a selection of typical Luang Prabang dishes and fruit.) Proceeds from the Rice Experience go to supporting over 60 students with their studies and they operate free English classes for the whole village.

    200 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Farming + Lunch + Waterfalls

    Tour Schedule: Farming (8:30-11:30), Lunch (11:30-12:30), Ock Pop Tok Living Craftcenter (12:40-14:00), Kuang Si Falls (14:45-17:00) Duration: 9 hours: Return to your accommodation or city center at 17:30-18:00 Pickup included

  • Morning Tour (with Lunch)

    Tour schedule: Pickup (8:00-8:15), Rice Farming (8:30-11:30), Lunch (11:30-12:30) Return to the hotel (12:45-13:00) Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes Specialty Organic Lunch Pickup included

  • Morning Tour (without lunch)

    Tour Schedule: Pickup (8:00-15), Rice Farming (8:30-11:30), Return to your hotel (11:45-12:00) Duration: 4 hours Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Manifa travel

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Good to know

Duration
5 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
4+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$25 to $80
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
37
Verdict
Exceptional

Why this scores 81

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
Review evidence (18% weight)88
Booking momentum (14% weight)85
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)83
Local standing (8% weight)72
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Living Land Rice Farming Experience: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luang Prabang.

How much does Living Land Rice Farming Experience cost?

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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luang Prabang usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Living Land Rice Farming Experience take?

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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Luang Prabang is not rushed.

Is Living Land Rice Farming Experience worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 105 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Luang Prabang, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Living Land Rice Farming Experience?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is Living Land Rice Farming Experience suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Living Land Rice Farming Experience?

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Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Luang Prabang can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Luang Prabang and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Living Land Rice Farming Experience start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Luang Prabang within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Luang Prabang?

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On Outty we rank every Luang Prabang experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls, Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Luang Prabang?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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