[2025 Son Trach Attraction] Travel Guide for Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (Updated Jul)

he Park’s landscape is formed by limestone plateaux and tropical forests. It features great geological diversity and offers spectacular phenomena, including a large number of caves and underground rivers. The site harbours a high level of biodiversity and many endemic species. The extension ensures a more coherent ecosystem while providing additional protection to the catchment areas that are of vital importance for the integrity of limestone landscapes. It contains many natural mysteries with caves which likes luxurious palace inside limestone mountain formed over thounsands of years. Phong Nha -Ke Bang is compared as a huge geologic museum having high value, worldwide meaning due to its complicated structure, gathering place of various stones such as sandstone, quartz, schist, limestone containg silic, marl, granodiorite stone, aplite stone, pegmatite stone, etc. Phong Nha-Ke Bang contains geologic history of development complicated geology over 400 million years ago of the Earth. The important tectonic stages and fault movement phases, and folds created continuous mountains, sedimentary basin subsidence. These movements contribute to various geology, terrain, and geomorphology. #campingglamping

◼️ Phong Nha Cave, Vietnam Go to Quang Binh, Central Vietnam - #Phong Nha Krabang National Park Visited the oldest existing karst cave in the world - #天堂洞 I really can't describe the excitement at that moment. A small hole that looks ordinary on the outside As soon as I entered, I was immediately shocked by the vastness and strange stalactites in front of me. It really feels like entering a fairyland, a foreign land It is a picture that is difficult for human senses to understand and chew. Paradise Cave was discovered by a local farmer in 2005. This farmer likes to go exploring when he is not working. People around him always laughed at him. One day, he was exploring as usual. While resting in a place, I found a strange cool breeze behind me. So I found a small hole, and when I went in, I found that it was such a huge stalactite cave. Later, a British expedition team came to explore, and the flood stopped when they advanced 31 kilometers. Currently, only 1 km is open to tourists. Just this short 1 kilometer is enough to make people unforgettable The formation of Paradise Cave is at least 400 million years old It was originally on the seabed, but later due to the uplift of the earth's crust, it was eroded. Leave the solid marble part. Walking in the cave, I held my breath and stared at the incredible sight before my eyes Unlike the caves in Halong Bay, the wonders of Paradise Cave do not require a gorgeous light show. Just simple white and yellow light, lighting up the cave All that remains is to appreciate the wonders of nature. We visited yesterday afternoon, as group tourists usually go there in the morning. So it is rare for us to enjoy such beautiful scenery and realm alone The cave was very quiet during the visit. There is only the sound of water dripping, like the heartbeat of the Paradise Cave You will feel that she is growing up and is still growing. Indeed, if there is only one person in the cave, That kind of atmosphere and scene is completely beyond the scope of what a small human like me can understand and accept. There is indeed some fear, some excitement and admiration What I want to say is that if I were alone in the cave, I would be able to escape quickly. 📌 #How to get to Paradise Cave Because we were riding our own bikes, we didn't check it specifically. But generally speaking, 1. Take a local tour from Dong Hoi City 2. Rent a motorcycle from Dong Hoi City Whether you are from Hanoi in North Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City in South Vietnam or Da Nang in Central Vietnam You can choose to take a train, plane or open bus. If you have a limited budget and unlimited time, open buses are really your best friend. When I traveled to South Vietnam before, I relied on him the whole time. Girls don't have to worry about taking a night train alone, but of course you still have to pay attention to safety. Choose a safe and reliable bus, preferably one recommended by a local friend Back to the topic #PhongNhaKeBang National Park has 4 most well-known caves. The national park itself is free to enter, but the caves have separate fees. ● #Phung Nha Cave: 250,000vnd ticket + 360,000vnd boat fee Phong Nha Cave is the most visited place because it is the closest and has a higher tourist nature. It is a wet cave, so you need to take a boat to get there. The boat costs 360,000 VND. You can share the boat fare with locals or other tourists. ● #BlackHole: The most expensive, 450,000vnd, for adventure and entertainment. First, zipline over, then start tracing the stream into the cave. The mud in the black hole is dense, so everyone will float up and be covered in mud. It's very interesting. Finally, paddle back. It's a favorite of European and American guests. ● #Tiantangdong: 250000vnd+100000vnd for the shuttle bus to the cave entrance You can freely choose the shuttle bus, but we chose to walk there. It is actually quite close, so we can save money. At that time, there were also many European and American tourists walking. Depending on your walking speed, the walking distance is about 20-30 minutes. Only then will you reach the entrance, but it is not yet the cave entrance. You still have to climb 570m of mountain road. The oldest cave in the world is worth your effort! As mentioned above, only one kilometer is currently open to tourists. In fact, there is a limited itinerary, but it is limited to 15 people per day. You can change into equipment and continue exploring for 7 kilometers. The fee is US$100. For those who like adventure, I think it should be worth it if you have enough time. However, there are no trails and no lights on the road afterwards, which must be quite scary. ● #Han Song Cave: It was also discovered by the farmer just now. It is a very famous Han Song Cave. It also has a limited number of visitors each year, and the price is not cheap, $3,000 per person! It takes seven days, and it is said that it takes 2-3 days of climbing to reach the cave entrance.

worth the money and time to travel here. the tour is two days one night, but every single moments were such amazing. My photos are just about 30% - 40% compared to its beautiful. if you are in Vietnam or you plan to travel to Vietnam. Hang Va adventure tour from Oxalys must join. If you are strong, and did join many hikking or trekking tours before, this one is fine. but if you are not, you need to do exercise (running, climb the stairs...) at least 2-3 week before you go. I was a bit busy at work, so I didn't do exercise much before the tour. I just did cycling 2 times (about 15km each times) the week before I travel. So this tour was kind of challenge to me lol. but I still survived and got so many great photos. Tour guide and porters were friendly and helped a lot. So don't be nervous if you are in the same case with me ;) #awesomepic#couplestrip#summervacation#mytripvlog#nationalpark#nature#cave

This is Dong Hoi Phong Nha Cave. You go in by boat. The cave is mysterious and beautiful. It looks like a cave from Pirates of the Caribbean. I want to go there again.

. RUC MON ADVENTURE Ruc Mon Cave Adventure is for those who are seeking for an authentic trekking experience and explore the fascinating cave formations that are available in this cave. Within a day, you will have a chance to fill with energy and challenge yourselves with perfect combination of outdoor activities such as jungle trekking, biodiversity exploring, stream crossing, caving and swimming! Enjoy a mouth-watering BBQ lunch with the whole team right in front of the entrance of Ruc Mon Cave. In this adventure tour, you will actually swim into the cave before starting to hike into the cave, a huge diversity and unique cave formation will be awaiting you ahead after a relaxing swimming journey. Get off the beaten track and discover the custom and culture of the true Vietnamese countryside and experience the massive chamber below of thousand darting stalactites in Ruc Mon Cave. Duration: 1 Full Day Adventure Level: Moderate Minimum age: 12 and above Departure: Daily join-in group Group size: 2 to 20 persons Tour start: 07:30AM Pick up from Hotel Tour end: 18:00PM drop off at your hotel Summary of Tour Ruc Mon Cave Adventure will be the one for those who are seeking for a perfect combination of outdoors activities and also being able to see the magnificent cave formations by hiking through the cave obstacles. · 6km of jungle trekking and 500m of rocky terrain in cave. · Cave Hiking for 1.5km in dry cave and 700m in River Cave. (Include swimming) Itinerary : 07.30 am: Pick up from hotel and proceed to Da Deo Mountain. 09.45 am: Reaching Yen Phu Village and start trekking 10.45 am: Explore Ca Boi Waterfall and trek to Ruc Mon Cave. 11.30 am: Reach entrance of Ruc Mon Cave and lunch 12.30 pm: Jungle trekking for 350m with rocky terrain. 13.00 pm: Explore 2 floors of Dry Cave in Ruc Mon System 14.00 pm: Go downwards for 70m using ladder to reach River Cave 14.30 pm: 500m of swimming and explore inside the River Cave 15.30 pm: Swim/kayak back to the entrance and enjoy a drink 16.30 pm: Trek back to Yen Phu Village 17.45 pm: Depart back to hotel in Phong Nha What’s included? · Pick up and Drop off in Phong Nha · Caving and safety equipment · English speaking tour guide · Lunch (Special Dietary upon request) · Porter to prepare meals and water #couplestrip#deliciousfood#nationalpark#naturalwonders#tripaway

This is the wonderful trip, you have chance to explore the beauty created, the guide told us how it was, guided us from supprise to supprise, we had a variety lunch with vietnamese cuisines afternloong trekking. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

#summervacay Phong Nha-Ke Bang in summer is a lush wonderland of jungle, caves, and limestone mountains. I visited Paradise Cave and was blown away by its cathedral-like size and cool interior—a welcome escape from the summer heat. Boating into the Phong Nha Cave itself was surreal. The park is perfect for adventurous souls: hiking, cave exploration, and swimming in jungle streams. It’s one of Vietnam’s most majestic natural places.

Located in Quang Binh, Phong Nha Ke Bang is not an easy journey for travelers, but if you dare, try it. A beautiful cave experience

Invite everyone to visit my hometown Quang Binh

#100WaysOfTravel For those seeking a true adventure, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is a place like no other. Imagine trekking through dense jungles, wading through rivers, and descending into the darkness of the Earth’s largest cave system. Son Doong Cave, with its massive caverns and underground rivers, offers a surreal, almost otherworldly experience. Exploring the park isn’t just about the caves; it’s about the journey through the verdant wilderness, where the calls of exotic birds and the distant roar of waterfalls echo in the air. Paradise Cave, aptly named, takes your breath away with its stunning stalactites and stalagmites, some resembling alien sculptures in their formation. The Phong Nha Cave, accessible by boat, offers a serene, reflective adventure as you glide through its dark waters, marveling at the natural beauty. For adrenaline seekers, zip-lining and kayaking adventures await, ensuring that every visit to Phong Nha-Ke Bang is unforgettable.

Once you've been to the caves of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, you may not be able to experience anything new and moving from another cave. We headed to the national park on a tour from Dong Hoi. We crossed a bridge so narrow that two vehicles could not pass each other while listening to the horns unique to Vietnam, and I was a little worried when I arrived at the tourist town, but we headed to the cave on a boat, feeling the pleasant breeze, and the first sight we saw was amazing. Inside the cave, there are even stairs made from stalactites that you can touch with your hands, so I definitely recommend you experience this moving experience. #0yentravel

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#vietnamtrip This is a must visit places for a vietnam trip. From here you can visit the Paradise cave, take a boat ride into the Phọng Nha cave, visit the Hien Lương bridge and the demarcation line which separated the North and South vietnam during the infamous Vietnam War. You can reach phong nha by train, bus or plane. We took a flight from HCM city to Đồng Hới; the train and bus from different cities also end here. You should have contact your homestay or hotel, they will pick you up at the airport, train or bus station. For food, there are a few options for western foods; Google is your best friend to search a place to eat. We stayed at the Sondoong homestay within walking distance to the boat ride to phong Nha cave. Another good option is the Victoria Road homestay next door to Sondoong homestay. The Victoria is owned by an Australian with lots of experience exploring phong nha by bike. The restaurant is pretty nice and cozy with some good western dishes and decent pizzas. There are also other places but this is the only places we ate during our time here. There are a lot of places to stay in phọng nha, many tours are offered to fit your schedule. Overall, there is no 5 star accommodation and be prepared for the unexpected. But I can assure you this is a well worthy trip and enlighten your perspective. The scenery is beautiful and truly reflect the live of the rural vietnam. This lifestyle has not changed for the last 60 years. Life is still tough for a lots of local people, tourism brings some relief to this corner of the world and they are welcome and appreciated. I also wanted to visit the demarcation line separated the north and south up to 1975. I have to say, for me at least, is a disappointment. The bridge is in shameful, neglected conditions with pealed paints, rotten wood planks on both sides of the bridges. I am not sure how to interpret the intentions here. Like it or not, this is a piece of history should be preserved. Either maintain it or tear it down ! For history bluffs, this city in right on the Ho Chi Minh trail, the road the north Vietnamese armies and supplies were moving south to attack the southern government. The old dirt roads are paved now but i can tell it is not a smooth road even today; small road barely fit 2 cars in opposite directions. Khe Sanh is now a city, I found virtually nobody has any knowledge about the war. If you want to know more or feel adventurous, the owner of Victoria Road can help fu

Business hours are 9:00-16:00. To visit both, you need to go to one of them first thing in the morning. The distance between the two is about 40km. It takes time because you have to walk quite a bit in each place. You can get around by taxi, tour, and many Westerners travel by motorbike. Price per person: 1. Heaven Cave 270,000vnd (1,300 yen) Includes bus fare from the parking lot to the entrance Climb 570m from the entrance (water required + shoes recommended) 2. Phong Nha Cave Cruise 12 people about 800 yen Purchase tickets at the ticket office. High difficulty. However, it is cheaper if you take the MAX boat with other passengers. About 7,500 yen for two people. #tourism

Duck experience is the main tourist attraction, but I recommend water buffalo!

For those who are looking for a unique and natural travel destination rather than a common tourist destination, I highly recommend Phong Nha Ke Bang! It is a national park with over 300 caves and the second largest karst landform in the world in Quang Binh, North Central Vietnam. Somewhere between unspoiled nature, countryside, and tourism, here are some recommendations from this truly charming area. 1. Phong Nha Cave The closest cave that can be reached by foot from downtown Phong Nha Ke Bang, it is the smallest but the best place to taste! Entrance fee 150,000 dong + boat fare 50,000-550,000 dong 2. Paradise Cave It is much larger than Phong Nha Cave and is divided into 1km exploration and 7km exploration courses. Entrance fee 250,000 dong 3. Dark Cave As the name suggests, it is an incredibly dark cave. Unlike other caves, it has natural mud. There are three different price ranges for different experiences, but I recommend the most expensive course! Full course (zipline + cave exploration + natural mud + kayak) 400,000 dong 4. Botanical Garden Contrary to its name, it is a fairly difficult hiking course, and you can enjoy unspoiled natural waterfalls and nature. Entrance fee 40,000 dong 5. Duck Stop A place where you can feed ducks and have fun experiences! I thought it was for kids… Adults have more fun here Experience and dinner 100,000 VND #Vietnam travel #Hot place #Overseas travel

Introducing the Botanical Garden in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, which has numerous caves and vast unspoiled nature in the Quang Binh region of Vietnam! Just looking at the name, it seems like a beautiful and cute garden, but contrary to the name, it is a hiking course with quite a bit of difficulty. It is not easy, but it is something that anyone with a decent amount of stamina can do…? It is divided into 40-minute, 1-hour 30-minute, and 3-hour courses, but most people recommend the 1-hour 30-minute course! I also went on the 1-hour 30-minute course, and among them, the thrill of climbing up the rope next to the waterfall and the grandeur of the waterfall were impressive. Since the nature is unspoiled, if you look carefully, you can meet unique wild animals such as lizards, snakes, monkeys, slow-leaved lizards, and aromatic dilos, which was also attractive! Of course we only saw lizards, but if you look at the reviews around, you can often see monkeys How to get there Apply for a tour or rent a motorbike and go About 30 minutes by car from the city Entrance fee 40,000 VND Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #VietnamTravel #HotPlace #OverseasTravel #PhongNhaKeBang

Here is Phong Nha Cave, a rising tourist destination in Vietnam! Phong Nha Cave is located in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in central Vietnam This limestone karst terrain is widely known for having about 300 limestone caves! It is a place that is just starting to become popular in Korea, but it seems to be already widely known in the West. Anyway, we visited the famous “Phong Nha Cave” among the 300 caves. You can enjoy it leisurely by paying the boat fare and entrance fee without a separate tour! I will write the price information below. This is a place with truly captivating vast nature! I highly recommend it Address J874+3FG, ĐT20, Son Trach, Bố Trach, Quảng Bình How to enter the cave If you go to the above address, you can join a group of up to 12 people and take a boat. Boat fare: 550,000 VND (1/N discount depending on the number of people) Entrance fee: 150,000 VND Time required From the boat station > to the cave, it takes about 20 minutes one way Exploring the inside of the cave: It takes about 30-40 minutes Total estimated time is 1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours #Vietnam travel #Phong Nha Ke Bang #Vietnam hot place

Price: 61$/pax Tour information Tour type: Group (2 – 14 people) Duration: Full-day Highlights: Zipline, mud bath Activities: Trekking, kayak, swim Departure: 8:30am – 9:00am Pick-up & Drop-off place: Phong Nha Town Return: 4:30pm – 5:00pm Itinerary 8:30am – 9:00am : Pick up time. 9:30am: Wildlife Rescue Center Our jouney start to visit the Wildlife Rescuse Center is truly a memorable experience. You will witness the beauty and wilderness of various wildlife species, from small to large, living in a safe and natural environment. It is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and gain a deeper understanding of the lives of wild animals. 10:00am: You will get to the Paradise bus station. From there, you will trek in the jungle for about 40 minutes to get to the mouth of Paradise Cave After walking up, you may be tired, you can take a short break in the waiting area (cool down) and then enter Paradise Cave. You have around an hour to discover the beauty of the first kilometer of the cave with your tour guide’s fascinating explanations. When you finish exploring the cave, you will take a buggy back to the bus station. Saying goodbye to the “Paradise”, you will come back to your normal life with lunch in a local restaurant. 2:00pm: Dark cave In the afternoon, after lunch, your tour guide will help you get ready for your next adventure activities: Zipline over Chay River, Dark Cave river walk, and the natural mud pool. The mud bath is a highlight of the Dark Cave tour. After the mud bath, you clean yourself in the river then kayak back to the zipline station, where you can zipline or swim in the river (time dependent). You will have a chance to bathe to remove any lasting mud before you return to your accommodation in Phong Nha Town. End of trip! Know before you go - You need to be in good health and physical condition to do Paradise Cave (trek in the forest, walk inside the cave). - You should bring with you some necessary things such as: leech medicine, anti-mosquito spray and sun cream… - Bring your swimwear (bikinis for females, swim shorts for males). ENJOY YOUR TRIP WITH US! Contact Us Whatsapp: +84916211983 #awesomepic#couplestrip#deliciousfood#trip#instatravel#langkawi#goodfoods#chinatown#ipoh#temples#edinburgh#siemreap#berlin#design#christmasmarket#familyfun#diving#foodphotography

Phong Nha Ket Bang is a place where cuisine and mountains blend together.

Phong Nha Cave is located in the national park, about 1.5 hours by car from Dong Hoi. You can drive to the riverside and take a boat to the cave. You can also enjoy the cave by boat for about 1 hour. After the boat ride, you can go up to the land inside the cave and walk for about 30 minutes on the promenade. I've been to other caves, but I think this one has a unique advantage, being able to see the inside of the cave by boat and on foot! The mysterious and powerful scenery is so beautiful that it's worth going out of your way to visit! If you come to Vietnam, I highly recommend going to Phong Nha Cave National Park. #breathtakingview #solotravel #tour #cave #vietnam #phongnhaenkebang #nationalpark