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  Getting the Bus from Agadir to Taghazout: Cost, Schedule, and Budget Guide The Budget Traveler's Surfing Logisitics A Note on Value: Taghazout is Morocco's primary surfing hub, but getting there from Agadir can be confusing and unnecessarily expensive. We break down the absolute cheapest options - the local bus and the Grand Taxi - to ensure you save your Dirhams for the perfect surf lesson or budget stay. Option 1: The Local ALSA Bus (The Cheapest Way) The local bus system (run by ALSA) is the single cheapest way to get to Taghazout. This is the our recommended route. Look for Bus Lines L32 or L33 . The buses depart from the city terminal, usually located near Place Salam in the Abattoir district, which is north of the main Souk El Had. The fare is incredibly cheap, costing only 7.5 MAD to 10 MAD (approximately £0.60 – £0.80 USD). The ride takes about 35 to 45 minutes from the city center. The buses run frequently, usually every 30 to 45 minutes from early morning (around ...
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Pakse, Laos Guide: Best Budget Hostels, Local Food & Transport


Pakse, Laos Guide: Best Budget Hostels, Local Food & Transport

Pakse Town - More Than Just a Stopover

A Note on Value: Many travelers treat Pakse as nothing more than a functional hub to start the Bolaven Plateau loop. This is a mistake! Pakse is the ultimate cheap, friendly, and authentic Laotian town. We break down the absolute cheapest places to sleep, what to eat for under $1 USD, and how to master the local transport.


Where to Stay in Pakse

Accommodation here is among the cheapest in Southeast Asia. You will find excellent value.

Top Budget Hostels (The Best Value)

Hostelworld and Booking.com reviews confirm these are the budget champions:

  • Sanga Hostel: Consistently top-rated (9.8/10). Known for excellent social atmosphere and location near the river. Cheapest beds start around $4.60 USD.

  • Pakse Backpacker dorms & restaurant: Known as the most affordable spot. Cheapest beds start around $2 USD per night.

  • Anou Hostel: Excellent price-to-performance ratio, new and clean facilities, and offers free breakfast.

Top Budget Guesthouses (For Privacy)

For couples or those wanting privacy, guesthouses offer incredible value.

  • Dee-Dee's Guest House: Clean, great English-speaking staff who arrange cheap transport, and rooms start as low as $7 USD per night.

  • Intouch Riverside Hotel: A great value option near the river, known for helpful owners and excellent staff.


Eating Cheaply: Where the Locals Eat

You can eat incredibly well in Pakse for less than $3 USD per meal.

The Best Street Food & Markets

  • Daoheuang (Dao Heung) Market: This is the largest, most famous market in Southern Laos. It's bustling with activity and the best place to find cheap Lao food, sticky rice, and spices.

  • Khao Jee (Baguette Sandwiches): Thanks to the French influence, these baguettes filled with meat/pâté are everywhere, making a satisfying lunch for around 6,000 KIP (less than $1 USD).

Budget Local Meals

  • Noodle Shops: Places like Lankham Noodle Shop offer massive bowls of pho and noodles for around 15,000–25,000 KIP ($1.50–$3 USD).

  • Drinks: BeerLao is extremely cheap, costing around 10,000 KIP (under $1 USD) for a large bottle in local spots. BeerLao also ranked in the top 3 beers in my official beer rankings for South East Asia.


Local Transport in Pakse Town

  • Tuk-Tuks: Tuk-tuks should cost you no more than 5,000 – 10,000 KIP (around $0.50 – $1 USD) for a ride across town. Never accept the first price; bargaining is expected for short distances.

  • Motorbike Rental: If you need to cover more ground or are preparing for the Bolaven loop, motorbikes start from 60,000 KIP ($3.50 USD) per day. Please bear in mind that the roads in Laos are peppered with potholes, underage drivers, and rickety wooden bridges. I would only recommend motorbiking in Laos to experienced motorcyclists.


Next Steps: The Bolaven Loop & Onward Travel

Pakse is the perfect base for adventure.

  • Your real reason for being here is the Bolaven Plateau. Click HERE for our Southern Laos travel plan.

  • Planning your departure to the famous 4000 Islands? Click HERE 
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