Overview
Sayabouly is a small provincial capital in Northern Laos, serving primarily as a transit stop and gateway to the Elephant Conservation Center at Nam Tien Lake. The city itself is quiet with minimal conventional attractions, but draws travelers interested in elephant conservation and those traveling between Luang Prabang and the Thai border regions via Hongsa or Pak Lay.
Budget Travel · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget guesthouses range 50,000-80,000 kip. Hongkham is cheapest at 50,000 kip with hot water.
Connectivity
Internet cafe south of roundabout at 5,000 kip/hour. Owner speaks English.
Money
BCEL ATM in town center near the post office. No other ATM mentioned. Carry sufficient cash for the area.
Transport
Sayabouly is a transit hub on Highway 4. No airport. Arrival is by road from Luang Prabang, Hongsa, or Pak Lay.
