Despite repeated attempts to reach more of the caves in the area, I only managed to get lost in a maze of rice fields. Suicidal bamboo bridges allow access across the river, but getting further is unguided and intimidating.

I have felt increasingly tired and lethargic over the last few days which I am putting down to my malaria pills. Without the energy or enthusiasm to venture to far into the mountains i have decided to head back to Louang Phrabang tomorrow morning. From there I'll make my way to Nong Kiow. Supposedly home to the best scenery in Indochina.