Phong Nha Caves: Explore Vietnam's Wonders

Discover Thien Duong and Phong Nha Caves. Marvel at majestic stalactites, explore underground rivers, and experience Southeast Asia’s longest water cave.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dong Hoi - 7:15 AM - 7:45 AM: Start your journey with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Dong Hoi city or the Dong Hoi train station.
  • Phong Nha - 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM: Pick-up from your accommodation in the picturesque Phong Nha Village area.
  • Paradise Cave - 09:00 AM:
    Paradise Cave Exploration: Guests will enjoy a 1.6 km electric…
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide with cave history and culture expertise
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dong Hoi city or Phong Nha village
  • Bottled water
  • Buggy ride through the jungle
  • Entrance tickets to Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave
  • 300 meter exploration on foot inside Phong Nha Cave
  • 1 kilometer exploration of Paradise Cave
  • Travel hat
  • Lunch
  • Dragon boat ride on the Son river
What's Not Included
  • Far pick up surcharge if you stay out of the pick up area
  • Tet holiday fees (10 USD per person)
Additional Information

Embark on an Epic Journey into Phong Nha - Ke Bang’s Underground Kingdom
Uncover one of Vietnam’s most remarkable natural wonders at Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, where ancient limestone mountains and verdant jungles conceal stunning subterranean realms. Sail through Phong Nha Cave, which boasts the world’s longest underground river and glistening…

Location
SOVABA TRAVEL
Phan Bội Châu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Robertbm6571ch
Jan 31, 2026
Wonderful - The trip was amazing.Jessica our tour guide was very informative.We would recommend to friends that this is a must see.
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Jennifer_b
Jan 29, 2026
Loved - Our guide Tra is amazing. She was informative, kind, and fun. The drive was nice, the car clean and wonderfully air conditioned. I would recommend this tour to everyone, it is that good. If you have trouble with stairs, you may want to choose something else.
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Mobile546901
Jan 20, 2026
Paradise and Phong Nha Cave - Our trip to Paradise and Phong Nha Cave was a highlight of our visit to Dong Hoi. Our guide Jessica made the trip very enjoyable with her friendly personality and excellent knowledge of the surrounding area and Cave systems. I highly recommend this tour.
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Fraser_w
Jan 18, 2026
Excellent tour - Excellent tour and a really nice lunch. The guides gave us lots of information about the caves and even took a few photos.
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Safari52640140310
Jan 17, 2026
Phong Nha Nacional park - Today's tour was excellent, the guide Jessica tried her best to make our trip as pleasant as possible. We were also late for the bus by our mistake, and she made sure that the whole group was waiting for us. Definitely recommended if you are in Vietnam and want to use your time with a professional guide.
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Trasimptonline
Jan 17, 2026
Phong Nha - Ke Bang: Vietnam's Subterranean Kingdom and Natural Masterpiece - Nestled in the heart of Quang Binh province, central Vietnam, Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park stands as a crown jewel of natural heritage. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its outstanding geological and ecological values, this vast karst plateau is home to one of the world's most spectacular and ancient limestone regions. The park's true magic lies beneath the surface. It is a kingdom of caves and grottoes, with the majestic Phong Nha Cave serving as its iconic gateway. Visitors embark on a scenic boat ride along the Son River, gliding through emerald waters before entering the cave's colossal mouth. Inside, a surreal world of stunning stalactites and stalagmites, formed over millions of years, unfolds in fantastic shapes illuminated by strategic lighting. Yet, Phong Nha Cave is just the beginning. The park boasts the world's largest caves, including Son Doong Cave, a breathtaking natural wonder with its own jungle, river, and climate system. While exploring Son Doong is an expedition, other accessible marvels like Paradise Cave (Thien Duong) offer awe-inspiring walks through cathedral-like chambers adorned with ethereal formations. Above ground, the adventure continues. The primary tropical forest, one of the most significant in Southeast Asia, shelters rare and endemic species like the Saola and Ha Tinh langur. Trekking, zip-lining, and exploring botanical gardens provide immersive ways to connect with this rich biodiversity. More than just sightseeing, Phong Nha – Ke Bang offers profound experiences. It’s about drifting on a quiet river into a mountain’s heart, standing in colossal caverns that humble the human spirit, and trekking through pristine forests echoing with wildlife. It represents the raw, powerful beauty of Vietnam's natural world, inviting explorers to discover the incredible wonders carved by time and water. In essence, Phong Nha – Ke Bang is not merely a destination; it is an unforgettable journey into the depths of Earth's history and a testament to nature's sublime artistry.
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Gabriele_n
Jan 15, 2026
What a wonderful day! - We just finished a perfect day visiting the Paradise cave and Phong Nha cave. Everything is literally breathtaking (the caves, the little walk in the jungle, the boat trip) and our guide, Jessica/Tra, is just fantastic! She explained everything we wanted to know but most importantly she is so friendly and smiley. She really set the mood from the very beginning and the whole group of people was as she said, a family for the day 😍. We would rate the tour 6 stars if we could, thank you so much!
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Mario_m
Jan 14, 2026
Highly recommend this... - Highly recommend this tour.I had a great time. The tour guide Jessica was very knowledgeable and friendly. Great communication and updates.
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Quest56638088697
Jan 14, 2026
Excellent Trip. - The trip was really amazing both me and my family really enjoyed it. Jessica's happy energy was infectious and never ending, a very good guide. Highly recommend the trip.
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Kristina
Jan 24, 2026
Great sites. Terrible time management. - Don’t get me wrong. The caves and the boat trip was trip. I recommend them 10 out 10. But If you have ever seen the South Park episode where they go zip-lining, this tour gives the exact same feeling. Boredom and frustration. But how? Because there are multiple different tours on the same bus. Which means - you wait every-where all-the-time. As an example when we were finally ready to head home and the tour guide had left the bus - because he lived at that location. We waited almost 30 minutes for 1 other passenger, that we had to pick up from another trip. So much that 3 guys left the bus because they were afraid of missing their train. The entire trip took 10 hours in total from pick-up to drop-off. Don’t do it.
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1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).