Phong Nha and Dark caves.

Dark cave is an ideal experience for adventure and action lovers. The visit includes using a zip-line harnessed over a turquoise river; swimming to the mouth of the cave (life jackets included); walking in the dark with only a headlamp on your miner’s helmet to light the way; a mud fight at the bottom of the cave; and swimming in the internal lake. Return by kayak via the suspended obstacle course and open zip-lines.

Dark cave is named because it is one of the few caves without artificial lighting. It is primarily composed of basalt and limestone. Basalt is a black, hard rock that contributes to the cave’s name. You will squeeze through narrow, muddy passages using only your headlamps to light the way.

Phong Nha cave is not only a World Natural Heritage site but also a relic of the historic Ho Chi Minh trail. During the American War, it served as a secret hideout for floating bridges (which were only brought out at night to avoid targeted bombings.) These bridges were key elements in the north-to-south supply chain, allowing supply trucks to cross rivers. It also once served as a hospital, with weapons stationed at the entrance. Once its location was discovered, it was heavily bombed, leaving the external scars you see today. This area has now become the first section of the very popular Ho Chi Minh trail due to its lush mountainous landscape.

 

Detailed Program :

In the morning, our driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha. From there, you will be driven to Dark cave (located in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park.) Participate in various adventure activities : zip-lining, mud bath, kayaking, swimming, etc... (about 60 minutes by road.) 

At noon, lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha village. Here, you will enjoy traditional dishes (vegetarian options available). Please contact us in advance if you have dietary restrictions, and we will do our best to accommodate them.

In the early afternoon, we will explore the most impressive caves in Phong Nha. You will then take a short trip to the cave in a typical dragon boat from the region. This cave is called the water cave because it has an internal underground river. After entering the cave by boat, you will explore it on foot for about 300 meters deep. The cave is famous for its spectacular rock formations, with names such as “Lion,” “Fairy Caves,” “Royal Court,” and “Buddha.”

In the late afternoon, return to Dong Hoi or Phong Nha. The tour ends when you are dropped off at your hotel. End of services.

 

Don’t forget to bring a swimsuit and a towel. Lockers for your belongings will be provided with a 50,000 VND deposit, which will be refunded upon return of the locker key.

The use of the zip-line requires a weight between 40 and 90 kg. No exceptions can be made.

 

Included :
- Free pickup service from 6:30 to 7:30 am at the train or bus station if necessary.
- Free luggage storage at our Dong Hoi office. Option to bring luggage in the van - contact us.
- Pickup and return by van in Dong Hoi city or Phong Nha village.
- English-speaking guide.
- Bottle of water.
- Vietnamese lunch.
- Entrance tickets, dragon boat.
- Service fees (equipment, zip-line harness, helmet, kayak, etc.).
- First aid kit available.

Excluded :
- VAT (10%.)
- Personal expenses.
- Drinks.
- Tips.