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Explore Asia’s Last Frontier — The Mekong
Embark on an odyssey of culture and nature into the soul of Asia’s last frontier — The Mekong — a region bounded by glaciers, tropical beaches, lush forests and endless mountains….the home to scores of distinct ethnic tribes who want to welcome you into their world.
The Mekong River weaves its way from the Tibetan Plateau to the South China Sea on a 4,300 km journey that stitches together the region’s varied fabric: Southern China’s Stone Forest, Laos’ rich biodiversity, Myanmar’s peaceful pagodas, Cambodia’s Khmer ruins, Vietnam’s steamy delta and Thailand’s coral reefs all in an area the size of Western Australia.
Bonded by the river, the region’s governments joined in spawning ExploreMekong.org to place a new perspective on travel to The Mekong, pointing the spotlight on community, culture, nature and cross-border travel on a stage of socially responsible tourism.
ExploreMekong.org sends you to ethnic communities where The Mekong really comes alive. Spend the night in a house on stilts and sample the local food, interact with the villagers and immerse yourself in their way of life. You’ll walk away with a memorable experience knowing the money you spend is helping to sustain the community.
Thirteen bite-size Mekong Frontiers have been designed for time-conscious travellers looking to dive deeper into The Mekong and visit more than one country. They present easy-to-do overland circuits that safely place you at the edge of wilderness, take you across remote border checkpoints and carry you to distant communities on an expedition you’ll never forget.
ExploreMekong.org is your gateway to exploring in The Mekong. Along with the 13 Mekong Frontiers, do-it-yourself travellers will find in-depth information on The Mekong’s destinations and how to get there, visa requirements and border crossings as well as pictures and maps.
Our unique hotel booking engine lets you reserve lodging in some of The Mekong’s most distant rooms, and you can also discover how to further contribute to the communities you visit through responsible, pro-poor tourism.
Start your journey of a lifetime and explore Asia’s last frontier — The Mekong.