The Gibbon Experience
On main street, there is the office of The Gibbon Experience (http://www.gibbonexperien...). This is a forest conservation project that raises its funds through taking guests into the Bokeo Nature Reserve. Every other day there is a truck covering the 3.5 hours to the last village, where you start your hike to the project. Accommodation is provided in terrific treehouses which are constructed on giant trees over 40 m high. To access the houses, you glide on a cable from the surrounding hill range. There is an extensive cable network being set up to explore the canopy, providing breathtaking views of the scenery and probably due to its increasing popularity prices have recently increased. Warning: Recently as of July 2012 multiple travelers have reported safety issues and a steep decline in quality. The use of the funds for their intended purpose has also come into question. Make sure to make proper inquiries and research to get the most up-to-date information on the quality and safety situation.
market
Pay a visit to the market. This is commonly known locally as the Morning Market and the best time to visit is early morning. The market is in the suburb of Ban Muangkeo. To get there, follow the main road south along the Mekong. After passing a hill, there is a turn-off to the left, which you should follow until you reach the place. Ask people as you go, to make sure you don't take the wrong turning.