Cave and Jungle Adventures

Direct flights operate from Hanoi to nearby Dong Hoi, or alternatively, you can travel overnight by train. From there, it is just a 1-hour drive to the national park, where you can stay in comfortable accommodation.

The park is a treasure trove of ancient cave systems, some believed to be over 400 million years old. Indeed, these underground chambers are awe-inspiring, featuring massive heights, stunning stalagmites, underground rivers, and crystal-like stalactites resembling glass pillars.

Above ground, the park covers nearly 900 square kilometres of untouched forest and tropical jungle. In addition, it is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, primates, reptiles, and various birds.

Among the main attractions are Thien Duong (Paradise Cave) and Phong Nha Cave. Specifically, Paradise Cave, which opened to visitors in 2011, lies deep within the national park and extends for an incredible 31 kilometres. Furthermore, a wooden walkway provides easy access through the enormous underground space, filled with gigantic stalagmites and other majestic formations. Experts consider Paradise Cave one of the most spectacular caves in the world.

Meanwhile, Son Doong Cave is even more extraordinary. Entire rainforests have grown inside its caverns, open to the jungle above. As a result, the cave looks like something from a dream and has even served as a backdrop for Hollywood blockbusters.

However, permits to explore Son Doong are limited. Therefore, adventurous couples and families with older children may choose a 2-day expedition to camp overnight in Hang En, the world’s third largest cave.

What you’ll do

• Explore ancient cave systems, including Paradise Cave with its 31 km of stalagmites, stalactites, underground rivers, and other spectacular formations.
• Discover the park’s lush tropical forest and diverse wildlife, including elephants, primates, reptiles, and various bird species.
• For the adventurous, arrange a 2-day expedition to Son Doong Cave, the world’s largest cave, with an overnight camp at Hang En.