Don Daeng Travel Guide

Don Daeng is one of the main places to visit in southern Laos, along with Pakse and Champasak. It is an island within the Mekong, located inside the World Heritage Champasak Cultural and Natural Heritage Landscape.

Worth It?
Yes, Don Daeng is worth it as it's fairly easy to get to and has a diverse range of attractions and activities.
What to Do
temple exploring, island walks, cycling, traditional basket weaving.
Best Time to Go
November to March is the high season in Laos and the best time to visit Don Daeng weather-wise.
How Long?
A day or two is enough in Don Daeng.
Trivia
Tomo Temple is the female counterpart of the Temple of Shiva at Wat Phu in Champasak.

The island is as tranquil as they come, with nice beaches and a range of good accommodation for backpackers as well as those looking for something a little more comprehensive. The main sight to see is the pre-Angkorian ruins at Tomo Temple. This important site features stone Buddha images and an ancient brick stupa.

The other main attraction of a visit to Don Daeng is the scope for getting active, with great bike riding and walking available. You can also go sunbathing on the many sandy beaches or stay with a local family in a homestay.

Travel to Don Daeng - Getting There

Buses and boats run to Champasak, from where it's an easy trip to Don Daeng island. Champasak is around 25 miles south of Pakse, where there is an international airport with flights from all over the region.

Don Daeng Things to Do

Don Daeng Attractions

Tomo Temple
initially built around the 7th century, Tomo was rebuilt in the 11th and 12th centuries - at the same time as Wat Phu in Champasak - and was dedicated to the shakti of Shiva, according to an inscription.
Don Daeng activities
cycling and walking around Don Daeng island is the main attraction for many visitors and there is a nice shady path to follow.
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