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Fishing in Laos
5 species across 7 spots
Laos offers fishing across 7 spots with 5 species in freshwater waters. Suitable for intermediate to expert anglers.
Best months: May–september, June‑september, June–august, October-december
Top Spots
Mekong River – Luang Prabang Tributaries1 species
Remote tributaries near Luang Prabang feature clear, fast‑flowing sections and deep pools that concentrate Pangasius humeralis during the wet season.
Nam Ngum Reservoir1 species
Large artificial lake fed by the Nam Ngum River; black sharks congregate near the dam spillways during the rainy season.
Nam Ngum Reservoir – Vientiane Province1 species
This large man‑made reservoir hosts a thriving Pangasius humeralis population; anglers must navigate strong currents and variable water levels to reach the best structures.
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Species
7
Spots
Species
5
Pangasius humeralis
Pangasius humeralis
freshwater
Mekong River – Luang Prabang TributariesNam Ngum Reservoir – Vientiane Province
Black sharkminnow
Labeo chrysophekadion
freshwater
Nam Ngum Reservoir
Schistura rupecula
Schistura rupecula
freshwater
Upper Mekong River near Luang PrabangNam Theun River
Mystus leucophasis
Mystus leucophasis
freshwater
Upper Mekong – Near Luang Prabang
Rectoris posehensis
Rectoris posehensis
freshwater
Mekong River – Luang Prabang Stretch