LAOS – Vientiane – Bear Forest Walk at Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife

Description

Join a guided, leisurely stroll through the forest at the Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife (LCTW), where guests encounter rescued bears in their natural enclosures. This immersive experience allows for the observation of native species such as sambar deer and muntjac in a serene woodland setting.

The tour includes educational insights into wildlife conservation, covering the same features as the Discovery Stroll with the added experience of close-up wildlife observation. The walk covers a short 2 km stretch on uneven terrain, offering an easy yet engaging way to explore local biodiversity.

Can be combined with

Thematic Leisure

• LAOS – VIENTIANE – Suspended Walk to Waterfall at Nam Pien Yorla Pa (To be added)

Selling points

• Opportunity to support a genuine non-profit organisation dedicated to wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation in Laos.
• Observe rescued wildlife, including sun and moon bears, binturongs, and deer, in spacious, naturalistic enclosures.
• Educational insights provided by knowledgeable staff regarding conservation challenges and animal welfare.
• A 2 km forest walk on uneven terrain, suitable for nature lovers seeking a peaceful escape.
• Located near Vientiane, making it an ideal day-trip activity for a wide range of travellers.

Level Of The Excursion

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Environment Impact

Economic Impact

Additional Information

Animal Welfare & Ethical Guidelines

• Strict No-Touch Policy: The tour operates on a observation-only model. Visitors maintain a safe, respectful distance from bears and wildlife to preserve their natural instincts.
• True Sanctuary Focus: LCTW is a registered non-profit rescue center. Rescued sun bears and moon bears are prioritized for rehabilitation and wild release; non-releasable bears are given permanent, naturalistic forest enclosures with active behavioral enrichment.

Environmental & Operational Sustainability

• Site Conservation: Located adjacent to Phou Khao Khouay National Park, the new facility utilizes low-impact, natural habitat designs, native botanical planting, and artificial wetland systems for eco-friendly wastewater filtration.
• Direct Revenue Model: 100% of tour entrance fees directly fund wildlife rescue operations, animal veterinary care, and the management of Laos’s only 24/7 free Wildlife Crime Hotline (1601).

Socio-Economic & Community Impact

• Local Employment: LCTW actively employs staff from surrounding villages (with a strong emphasis on empowering local women in wildlife care and conservation roles).
• Education & Capacity Building: The tour incorporates the Illegal Wildlife Trade Education Center to raise awareness among local and international visitors, reducing consumer demand for illegal wildlife products.

Time And Transportation

Duration

• Approximately 2 – 3 hours
• Schedule for SIC tours: Everyday 8:00-15:00 (last tour)

Min pax

1

Max pax

15

How to sell it

• Ideal for FIT and small GIT with a sustainable profile seeking responsible wildlife experiences.
• Perfect for those who want to avoid typical mass-tourism activities and see a different, more meaningful aspect of Laos.
• Offers a chance to connect with local conservation efforts in a non-intrusive way.

Why this activity

• A product that highlights our commitment to sustainability and ethical wildlife tourism in Laos.

Good to combine with

• LAOS – VIENTIANE – Suspended Walk to Waterfall at Nam Pien Yorla Pa (To be added)
• A relaxing stay at Nampien Yorla Pa Resort

Do not combine with

• Any HD activity in Vientiane town

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Pros

• Well-organized
• Educational excursion
• Easy to access from Vientiane
• Supports direct conservation work.

Information

• Located in the small area of Nam Pien Yorla Resort (a sister resort of Nam Kat Yorla Pa in Oudomxay), within walking distance. Location of the Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife
• Can do a full-day trip, combining activities at Nam Pien Yorla Pa, and return to stay in a hotel in Vientiane
• Very nice to combine with a relaxing stay and do some activities at Nam Pien Yorla Pa

Alerts

• The minivan needs to stop at the parking lot of Nam Pien Yorla Pa, and the client needs to walk across the shallow water to the centre, approximately 200 meters (10 minutes)
• Otherwise, please inform the reservation team to book the shuttle from the center to pick up the client at the car park

Price range

$$

Quotation guideline

On ERP:

Laos > Vientiane > Activity > Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife >

• (SIC) Bear Forest Walk
• (Private) Bear Forest Walk

LCTW provides its own ESG/FSG guides. Easia guides are FOC, except ESG/FSG guides joining the clients during the visit:

• Easia ESG/FSG guide joins the visit: add the line for guide supplement.
• Easia ESG/FSG guide waits at the welcome zone: FOC, no supplement.
• Any other Easia guide: FOC, no supplement.

Inclusion

• Expert Leadership: Fully guided tour led by senior leadership (Director, Animal Manager, or Head Veterinarian). Available in English or French
• Forest & Wildlife Viewing: Access to view bears, binturongs, sambar deer, and muntjacs.
• Sanctuary & Facility Access: Guided access to the turtle and tortoise exhibits, gibbon areas, crocodile habitats, Wildlife Hospital, Wildlife Nutrition Center, and beautiful botanical gardens.
• Educational Access: Tour of the Illegal Wildlife Trade Education Center.

Exclusion

• Transportation to/from Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife

Special Guide notes

• The minivan needs to stop at the parking lot of Nam Pien Yorla Pa, and client need to walk cross the shallow water to the center, approximately 500 meters (10 minutes)
• Otherwise, please call shuttle from the center to pick up client at the car parking
• DO NOT go to Nam Pien Yorla Pa information center, as they only offer the FOC shuttle for the tickets that issues by their counter

Different Choice

• LAOS – Vientiane – Wildlife Adventure Trek at Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife

Contact

• Email: info@lctwildlife.org
• WhatsApp / Phone: +856 20 52 902 093
• Address: Xiengletha Village, Pakngum District, Vientiane Capital, PDR 01090

English

You will embark on an immersive, guided journey into the tranquil forest home of our rescued bears. Walking alongside a knowledgeable expert, you will learn about the distinct personalities and rescue histories of 21 resident bears. As you traverse the woodland, you will have the opportunity to spot sambar deer and muntjac foraging in their natural habitat. Through this direct interaction, you will leave with a profound appreciation for the dedication required in animal welfare and conservation.

Duration and distance: Approximately 2 hours; 2 kilometers. Terrain: Gentle, mostly flat forest trails with occasional natural roots and soft soil; moderate comfort required.

Transportation: Vientiane town – Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife / 68 kilometers – 2 hours

French

Vous vous embarquerez dans une immersion guidée au cœur de la forêt tranquille abritant nos ours sauvés. Accompagné d’un expert chevronné, vous découvrirez les personnalités distinctes et les histoires de sauvetage de nos 21 ours résidents. En traversant la forêt, vous aurez l’opportunité d’apercevoir des cerfs sambar et des muntjacs se nourrissant dans leur habitat naturel. Grâce à cette interaction directe, vous repartirez avec une profonde appréciation de l’engagement requis pour le bien-être animal et la conservation.

Durée et distance : Environ 2 à 3 heures ; 2 kilomètres.
Terrain : Sentiers forestiers doux et majoritairement plats, avec quelques racines naturelles et un sol meuble ; un confort modéré est requis.
Transport : Ville de Vientiane – Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife / 68 kilomètres – 2 heures.

Spanish

Embarca en un viaje guiado e inmersivo hacia la tranquila selva que es el hogar de nuestros osos rescatados. Caminando junto a un experto conocedor, aprenderás sobre las personalidades distintivas y las historias de rescate de los 21 osos residentes. Mientras recorres el bosque, tendrás la oportunidad de avistar ciervos sambar y muntjacs forrajeando en su hábitat natural. A través de esta interacción directa, te irás con una profunda apreciación de la dedicación requerida en el bienestar animal y la conservación.

Duración y distancia: Aproximadamente 2 a 3 horas; 2 kilómetros.
Terreno: Senderos forestales suaves, mayormente planos, con raíces naturales ocasionales y suelo blando; se requiere un confort moderado.
Transporte: Ciudad de Vientiane – Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife / 68 kilómetros – 2 horas.

Italian

Immergiti in un viaggio guidato nella tranquilla foresta che ospita i nostri orsi salvati. Camminando al fianco di un esperto qualificato, imparerai a conoscere le personalità uniche e le storie di salvataggio dei 21 orsi residenti. Attraversando il bosco, avrai l’opportunità di avvistare cervi sambar e muntjak mentre si nutrono nel loro habitat naturale. Grazie a questa interazione diretta, tornerai a casa con un profondo apprezzamento per l’impegno richiesto nel campo del benessere animale e della conservazione.

Durata e distanza: Circa 2-3 ore; 2 chilometri.
Terreno: Sentieri forestali dolci e prevalentemente pianeggianti, con occasionali radici naturali e terreno soffice; richiesto un comfort moderato.
Trasporto: Città di Vientiane – Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife / 68 chilometri – 2 ore.

German

Begib dich auf eine immersive, geführte Reise in den ruhigen Wald, der unsere geretteten Bären beherbergt. An der Seite eines kompetenten Experten lernst du die individuellen Persönlichkeiten und Rettungsgeschichten der 21 Bären residents kennen. Während du durch das Waldland wanderst, hast du die Möglichkeit, Sambar-Hirsche und Muntjaks bei der Nahrungssuche in ihrem natürlichen Lebensraum zu beobachten. Durch diese direkte Begegnung gehst du mit einem tiefen Verständnis für das Engagement zurück, das im Bereich des Tierwohls und des Naturschutzes erforderlich ist.

Dauer und Entfernung: Ca. 2 bis 3 Stunden; 2 Kilometer.
Gelände: Sanfte, meist flache Waldwege mit gelegentlichen natürlichen Wurzeln und weichem Boden; ein mittleres Maß an Komfort wird vorausgesetzt.
Anreise: Stadt Vientiane – Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife / 68 Kilometer – 2 Stunden.

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