Built in 1921 by "Les Messageries Maritimes" as their timber trading headquarters. It is a French Colonial single story bricked mansion. It includes three French Suites. They have high ceilings, arched walls and columns to divide the main bedroom and living area. Colonial pattern floor tiles, a four post king size bed, a ceiling fan and a private balcony make up the charming decor.
Ban Lao Classic
Three Lao Bungalows built in 1995 in the spirit of Lao Colonial style. It has a roof of ferra cotta tiles and wood shingles, timber walls and is set above the ground on timber posts and bricked columns. Lattice wall panels are painted in the local vibrant colors. Each room is fairly large with a separate bathroom and balcony. Lime washed walls, a bamboo paneled ceiling, hardwood floors and rattan arm chairs provide the colonial ambiance.
Floating Bungalow "Sala Phae"
These floating bungalows are built with nature in mind. All materials were selected to protect the environment. All rafts are equipped with waste treatment using bio-technology which assures the guests of the water's quality. Hardwood flooring is provided in the eight spacious rooms with a private bathroom and balcony.
French Studio
The French Studio was renovated in 2010. It is part of an old hospital of a French colony. It also offers a large terrace.
Ban Din Deluxe
It is the first Eco-Resort in Laos. The structure was built with clay and sand bags. The roof uses recycled material. All rooms were painted by soil solor. The rooms can reduce at least 80% of chemical material.
This was my first experience with Adventure Life - and I couldn't have been more pleased with the trip. The guides and local staff in both Buenos Aires and Uruguay were terrific - extremely helpful and accommodating. I really enjoyed meeting the friendly staff in Buenos Aires in person (I left my bags with them for the afternoon).
The trip planners at Adventure Life were very helpful and always replied to my inquiries right away. The excursions, accomodations, and local guides were excellent
Avi Argaman
2 days ago
Be sure to sign up for all the tours, otherwise you will be sitting on the boat since not all stops are moored at a dock. Some are anchored.
Gail Puryear
2 days ago
There were two best aspects to our trip:
1. The Adventure Life folks and the folks in Athens and Crete who supported our itinerary, guided us, and ran the cooking program were all superb.
2. Everything they all planned for us went without a hitch. When we needed a bit of help, they came through with really good answers.
We became aware of AL from a friend who had an excellent experience in a different location. So did we. We can recommend AL without reservation.
Tom Campbell
2 days ago
My agent Jeff did not push the sale while providing thorough information and replying quickly to my many questions.
Mary Lou Carlson
3 days ago
We have used AL for decades now to plan trips. Kassandra has been with us from the start and has never disappointed. She knows our family and our quirks and is always willing to fit the trip to us. This time we made her work for the booking because of family member schedules. It has all come together for a great Christmas gift for many families.
