Tour Description:
Embark on a thrilling 3-day expedition through Vietnam’s stunning Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, home to the world-famous Son Doong Cave, the largest cave on Earth. This journey blends adventure, natural beauty, and immersive exploration, perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers. With visits to Phong Nha, Paradise, Dark, and Son Doong caves, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore some of the most spectacular natural wonders on the planet.
Day 1: Dong Hoi – Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Morning
- Arrive in Dong Hoi and meet your guide for a transfer to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
- Begin with a scenic boat ride to Phong Nha Cave, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the cave’s impressive stalactites, stalagmites, and underground rivers.
Afternoon
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
- Explore Paradise Cave, a vast limestone cave with extraordinary formations of stalactites and stalagmites, known for its size and beauty.
- Visit 8 Ladies Cave, which has historical significance due to a tragic wartime event.
- Transfer to your nearby accommodation for rest and preparation.
- Dinner and overnight in Phong Nha.
Day 2: Son Doong Cave Expedition
Morning
- Early breakfast at your accommodation.
- Depart for the Son Doong Cave adventure. Begin with a challenging trek through lush jungle terrain to reach the cave entrance.
- Explore Son Doong Cave, where you’ll discover the world’s largest chambers, underground rivers, and a unique ecosystem inside the cave. Enjoy spectacular views and take photos of the Garden of Edam, a fascinating part of the cave where sunlight filters through the collapsed ceiling.
Afternoon
- Continue your exploration deep into Son Doong Cave, marveling at the vast scale of its chambers and the Hand of Dog stalagmite formation.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the cave surrounded by its natural wonders.
- Return to the base camp in the evening.
- Dinner and overnight in Phong Nha.
Day 3: Phong Nha – Dong Hoi
Morning
- Breakfast at your accommodation.
- Visit the Dark Cave, where you can enjoy activities such as kayaking, ziplining, and a mud bath inside the cave.
- Take a guided trek along the scenic jungle trails of the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
Afternoon
- Return to Dong Hoi with a stop at Mooc Spring Eco-Trail, a tranquil spot where you can swim in crystal-clear waters and enjoy the serene surroundings.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Transfer back to Dong Hoi and proceed to the airport or train station for departure.
