Phong Nha and Paradise caves.

Paradise cave – The longest dry cave in Asia

With its naturally primitive features, Paradise cave resembles a scenic painting, making it a natural wonder admired by many since its opening in 2010. According to speleologists, the deeper you go into the cave, the more you enjoy the celestial clarity wells around. The cave can reach up to 72 meters in height and 150 meters in width. There is a series of white crystal stalactites (calcareous deposits) resembling natural pillars and many other spectacular formations. Paradise cave (Hang Thien Duong) was discovered by scientists from the British Speleological Research Association in 2005. It is 31.4 km long and is the longest dry cave in Asia.

Phong Nha cave is not only a World Natural Heritage site but also a relic of the historic Ho Chi Minh trail, which during the American War 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 supply chain from north to south, 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, as it features lush mountainous landscapes.

 

Detailed itinerary :

In the morning, the driver and guide will pick you up in Dong Hoi and take you to Paradise cave (the longest dry cave in Asia, located in Phong Nha; the central zone of Ke Bang National Park). It is about 75 km from Dong Hoi. 
A golf cart will take you from the main entrance to the point where you will climb up to the cave entrance. This climb offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountainous region.
At noon, lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha village. Here, you will enjoy typical 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, depart for Phong Nha cave. You will take a 25-minute trip in a traditional dragon boat. This cave is called the water cave because it is traversed by an underground river. After entering the cave by boat, you will explore it on foot for about 300 meters deep. You will then be brought back by boat. This cave is famous for its spectacular rock formations, with names such as "Lion," "Fairy Cave," "Royal Court," or "Buddha."
In the late afternoon, return to Dong Hoi or Phong Nha village. End of the tour. We will drop you off at your hotel.

 

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 to reserve.
- 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.
- First aid kit available.

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