The 4000 Islands area of the Mekong River
is the perfect playground for the class IV-V
paddler. While getting there takes a bit of
planning, warm water, hot weather, and
seemingly endless channels to explore
make the mission instantly worth it. Lachie
Carracher and Jordy Searle make it too
easy for you to go enjoy the Mekong’s steep
waterfalls, big volume features, and a chill
island vibe.
Words: Lachie Carracher and Jordy Searle
Photography: Jordy Searl, Lachie Carracher, Ari
Walker, Lissa Hufford, Sam Ricketts.
A GUIDE TO THE
MEKONG’S 4000
ISLANDS