Phong Nha is an adventurer’s paradise. Millions of years of flooding have chiseled out the world’s largest caves, meandering rivers entwine ancient karsts, và jungle-cladmountains lend an otherworldly atmosphere.
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Colossal caves may be the main draw, but linger a little longer & Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park will revealhiking trails, countryside lanes, & rivers perfect for kayaking. Although this is healthforinsure.com’s top adventure destination, Phong Nha is still in the early stages of development. Now is the time to lớn come. The caves are pristine, the locals are friendly, & you’ll feel lượt thích you have the wilderness all to yourself.
Top things to bởi in Phong Nha
Camping and Caving
Caves in Phong Nha range from the tame to the tremendous. For conservation reasons, local authorities restrict access khổng lồ the larger caves. Some tour companies have exclusive rights lớn take travellers inside certain caves, while others are open to all. Son Doong looms large as one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, but don’t let that overshadow the allure of Phong Nha’s other treasures.
TIP: It"s worth noting that many of Phong Nha’s caves are inaccessible during rainy season (from October to December.) Try to visit at other times of the year if you can.
Son Doong
Son Doong is the world’s largest cave, with stalagmites that compete in height with London’s Big Ben. An expedition to Son Doong takes four days with camping spots set up on scenic parts of the trail. This is the most challenging và costly expedition in the area, và often booked out months in advance.
Tu Lan
The Tu Lan cave system lets you wade, swim, climb and crawl through a seemingly never-ending network of tunnels. If you enjoy floating down underground rivers và burrowing through tight passageways, this is the cave system for you. Tours of Tu Lan range from one-day moderate trips lớn full-on, four-day expeditions.
TIP: Parts of the 2017 blockbuster Kong: Skull Island were filmed in and around the Tu Lan cave system. Watch the movie for a taste of the scenery that awaits.
Hang Va and Nuoc Nut
Famous for their striking stalagmites và picturesque rock pools, Hang Va & Nuoc Nut are ideal for a two-day tour. The trip is short but challenging, as you’ll need khổng lồ navigate razor-sharp rocks và clamber over karst passes to access the caves. Hang Va is undoubtedly the highlight, especially from January to lớn March when the rock pools are at their fullest.
Pygmy Cave
Exploring Pygmy Cave, the world’s fourth largest, involves a challenging three-day expedition complete with abseiling & climbing. En route you’ll swim underground rivers in Tiger Cave and wade through jade-coloured ponds in Over Cave. If you haven’t the time or budget for Son Doong, Pygmy Cave provides a great alternative at a fraction of the price. For tours of Pygmy Cave, visit the Jungle quái nhân website.
Hang En
A moderate, full-day trek through the national park brings you to Hang En, the world’s third largest cave. Expeditions in Hang En include an overnight stay out in the jungle or at the cave entrance, beneaththousands of darting swallows.
TIP: For expeditions to Son Doong, Hang En, Tu Lan, Hang Va và Nuoc Nut, you’ll need khổng lồ book tours directly withOxalis. Try to contact them in advance khổng lồ avoid disappointment.
Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave
Phong Nha Cave & Paradise Cave are the most popular attractions in the national park. Both of these are enjoyable, straightforward half-day tours, easily booked via your hotel. The entry lớn Phong Nha Cave features a journey along the river, while in Paradise Cave, a series of wooden walkways lets you explore safely. If you’re travelling with kids, both of these caves will allow them lớn join the fun.
Other Activities in Phong Nha
Kayaking
For an alternative way lớn see Phong Nha Cave, try a kayaking tour away from the crowds. Hang Toi, just a few kilometres away, also presents a fun selection of activities, including kayaking, swimming & zip lining. Planning your own kayak adventure? Oxalis andVictory Road Villas rent kayaks for independent trips along Phong Nha’s picturesque river.
Walking và Hiking
The scenery in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is like nowhere else in healthforinsure.com. If caving doesn’t appeal, hiking is a rewarding way to encounter Phong Nha’s lush landscape. Organised hiking tours are the best way to lớn explore, as local experts will take you along hidden trails unknown to other travellers. If you love wildlife, consider a night tour, or pay a visit to animal rescue centres on a two-day hiking eco-tour. Jungle trùm cuối is one of the vị trí cao nhất hiking tour outfits in the area.
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TIP: Don’t be scared lớn get your feet wet! The best hiking & cycling routes pass through rivers & streams -- bring appropriate footwear.
Cycling và Motorbike Tours
Go deeper into the countryside as you navigate narrow lanes, crisscross rice paddies, và traverse streams. Many hotels provide không lấy phí bicycle rentals for riding around town. To see more of the countryside, head towards the Ho chi Minh Highway to lớn Bong Lai Valley. This picturesque area is trang chủ to farms, viewpoints và swimming holes. It’s a 15-kilometre loop through peaceful pastoral scenery.
If you’re an avid cyclist, try taking on the paved roads of the national park -- just be sure to lớn have a proper mountain bike, maps and plenty of water. For a more engaging experience, book a cycling tour with local guides who can show you unmapped paths & introduce you lớn farmers & villagers. Feeling leisurely? A motorbike tour will let you take in the scenery without breaking a sweat.
TIP:Phong Nha Adventure Cycling is geared up for unique bicycle tours with good mountain bikes và expert guides. Hai’s Eco Tour also offers motorbike trips with licensed local drivers.
Practical Tips for Visting Phong NhaWhere lớn stay in Phong Nha
Phong Nha is a fantastic place to soak up the beauty of healthforinsure.com’s countryside. The best option for nature lovers is booking a boutique homestay, farmstay or villa in the rice fields — just outside of the town. Here you’ll be immersed in rural life và wake up khổng lồ beautiful views each morning. Phong Nha town also has a handful of accommodation options lớn choose from, including easy-going hostels & humble riverside guest houses.
Restaurants in Phong Nha
Most homestays và guest houses offer their own menus for guests, which is handy after a day of outdoor adventure. In Phong Nha town you’ll find small, family-run restaurants cooking healthforinsure.comese và Western dishes. Head khổng lồ Coffee Station for a tropical smoothie bowl or locally grown coffee, savour a sundowner at Momma D’s Rooftop, or try the barbecue menu at Chao Restaurant.
TIP: For a real farm-to-table culinary experience, take a bumpy ride or scenic boat trip lớn The Pub with Cold Beer – a Phong Nha attraction in itself.
Transport lớn Phong Nha
Flying is the most comfortable way lớn reach Phong Nha. There are daily domestic flights to Dong Hoi Airport from Hanoi & Ho bỏ ra Minh City, and several weekly flights from Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Dong Hoi can be reached by train on the main Hanoi – Ho bỏ ra Minh city railway line. Nearby destinations are Hue and Danang (Hoi An) khổng lồ the south and Ninh Binh lớn the north. Kiểm tra the train schedule on thehealthforinsure.com Railway trang web or book your train tickets online in advance.
Overnight sleeper buses (VND 300,000) leave from Hanoi lớn Phong Nha daily. Travel time is about 9 hours one way. There are also several xuất hiện buses to lớn Phong Nha each day from nearby cities such as Hue (VND 150,000) và Danang (VND 200,000). You can usually buy bus tickets at your accommodation or from travel agents the day before departure.
Bus from Dong Hoi khổng lồ Phong Nha- Local buses run from Dong Hoi lớn Phong Nha for as little as VND 35,000 a seat. The ride is between 45 khổng lồ 90 minutes, & buses run hourly (except noon) from 5am to 5pm. Note that the bus terminals are a few kilometres from the train station và airport. If you need lớn you can get there via xe taxi or motorbike taxi.
Taxi from Dong Hoi lớn Phong Nha- You can save time by taking a xe taxi directly to Phong Nha (VND 400,000) from the airport or train station in Dong Hoi. If you’re travelling on a budget, look for people to nói qua a xe taxi with when you arrive.
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