The land of ‘Forever Mountain’ and the Nern and Et Rivers. We invite you to join us in maintaining this unique forest biodiversity, increasing the numbers of endangered species, and providing sustainable livelihoods for rural Lao communities.
Nam Et–Phou Louey (pronounced “naam et poo loo-ee”) National Protected Area (NPA) is located in the north-east of Lao PDR. With an area of 410,720 ha, it is the largest of Laos’ NPAs, covering seven districts and three provinces (Houaphan, Luang Prabang and Xieng Khouang provinces).
Mostly hilly or mountainous, it is the source of many rivers. It is named after its two main features, the Nern and Et Rivers and Phou Louey Mountain (“Forever Mountain”). The area has primary forest remaining in many areas, a high level of biodiversity, and a number of endangered species including tiger, gaur, Sambar deer, and white-cheeked gibbon.
Nam Et–Phou Louey National Protected Area
Location: Houaphanh, Laos