Museum and interactive centre explaining UXO history and rehabilitation work; open ~8:30am–5:30pm and well worth a 60–90 minute visit for context on Laos' modern history.
A must-see multi-tiered waterfall with turquoise pools; park typically open 8:00am–5:30pm—arrive early to avoid crowds and enjoy swimming at designated areas.
Morning longboat along the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves (boat trips typically operate 8:00am–3:00pm); see cliffside Buddha shrines and stop at riverside villages on the way.
Explore Pakse market and riverside; Pakse offers a low-key city atmosphere and useful services for onward travel to the Bolaven Plateau and Si Phan Don.
Tour a local Arabica/Robusta plantation to learn about traditional processing, followed by a Lao-style lunch at the plantation café (tours generally run mornings–afternoon).
Visit the dramatic twin-drop Tad Fane and the cascading Tad Yuang; park areas are open daylight hours—best visited in the afternoon for clearer access.
Drive and short ferry connections to the 4,000 Islands region—total travel time around 1.5–2.5 hours depending on route (Don Khong or Don Det/Don Khon).
Visit the mighty Khone Phapheng and scenic Li Phi rapids—the falls are best seen in daylight between ~8:00am–5:00pm and are spectacular in the dry season.
Have a final Lao meal and confirm transport to the airport; domestic/international flights depart from Pakse International Airport—check your airline’s recommended check-in time.
Head to Pakse Airport for your onward flight. International connections may require earlier arrival—confirm your flight time and arrive at least 1.5–2 hours ahead for domestic, 2–3 hours international.