Phong Nha: Cave Exploration and Zipline Dark Cave Tour

The Phong Nha: Cave Exploration and Zipline Dark Cave Tour offers an exhilarating full-day adventure in the stunning Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Priced from €61.69, participants can explore massive caves, zip-line over the scenic Chay River, and unwind in a natural mud pool. With round-trip transportation, lunch, and an English-speaking guide included, this tour provides an excellent value for those seeking both excitement and natural beauty in Vietnam. What’s in store for those who embark on this adventure?

Key Points

• The tour offers a full-day adventure in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, including exploring caves, ziplining, and a mud bath.
• The tour is priced at €61.69 per person, lasts 8 hours, and includes round-trip transportation, English-speaking guide, and all necessary equipment.
• Highlights include visiting a botanic garden, exploring massive caves with unique geological formations, and enjoying activities like ziplining and kayaking.
• Participants should bring suitable clothing and gear, and the tour is not recommended for those with certain health conditions or infants under 1 year.
• The tour has received an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, with positive feedback on the guides, transportation, and value for money.

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Tour Overview

The Phong Nha: Cave Exploration and Zipline Dark Cave Tour is a full-day adventure that takes visitors through the stunning landscapes of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

Priced from €61.69 per person, the tour lasts 8 hours and is conducted in English. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance.

Over 38 pickup locations are available, including popular hostels. The tour includes exploring massive caves, ziplining, a mud bath, and more.

Lunch, entrance fees, and transportation are provided. Guests should bring swimwear, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

The tour isn’t recommended for those with altitude sickness or very young/old travelers.

Itinerary Highlights

Morning pickup is offered at over 38 convenient locations, including popular hostels like Hưng Phát Bungalow, Vu’s Homestay, and Central Backpackers Hostel.

The tour starts with a visit to a botanic garden where participants can observe wild animals and learn about endangered species protection.

Next, they’ll explore massive caves with unique stalagmite and stalactite formations after a short jungle trek.

Guests will explore massive caves with unique stalagmite and stalactite formations after a short jungle trek.

Lunch is provided at a nearby restaurant.

In the afternoon, guests can enjoy ziplining over the Chay River, navigate the Dark Cave river walk, and relax in a natural mud pool.

An additional zipline ride or swimming is optional.

Included in the Tour

The tour includes round-trip transportation, an English-speaking guide, mineral water, lunch, bug spray, and all entrance tickets.

Participants can enjoy zipline, kayak, and a mud bath as part of the activities. Tips for the guide and driver are optional.

Visitors should bring swimwear, sunscreen, and biodegradable insect repellent. The tour isn’t suitable for people with altitude sickness, babies under 1 year, and those over 95 years old.

Participants must be in good health to walk inside Phong Nha Cave.

Pets, drinks in vehicles, alcohol, baby carriages, electric wheelchairs, fireworks, and explosive substances are prohibited.

Important Information

Participants should bring swimwear, sunscreen, and biodegradable insect repellent for the tour.

The tour isn’t suitable for people with altitude sickness, babies under 1 year, or those over 95 years old. Participants must be in good health to walk inside Phong Nha Cave.

This tour is not recommended for individuals with altitude sickness, infants under 1 year, or those over 95 years old. Participants must be in good health to explore Phong Nha Cave.

Prohibited items include pets, drinks in vehicles, alcohol, baby carriages, electric wheelchairs, fireworks, and explosive substances.

The tour ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants by providing clear guidelines and requirements.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 75 reviews, the tour has an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Travelers praised the knowledgeable guides, praising them with a 4.9/5 rating. The transportation also received high marks at 4.7/5. Reviewers felt the tour offered great value for money, rating it 4.6/5.

One traveler from Australia said, "Super fun day, well worth the money and the guides were lovely."

A guest from the UK noted, "Had a really good day. The guide was lovely, food was great."

An Irish visitor highlighted the "great guides" and "the mud bath was a highlight."

Morning Pickup and Botanic Garden

The morning pickup for the Phong Nha: Cave Exploration and Zipline Dark Cave Tour provides 38 convenient location options, including popular spots like Hưng Phát Bungalow, Vu’s Homestay, and Central Backpackers Hostel.

After boarding the transportation, the tour heads to the Botanic Garden. Here, participants can observe wild animals and learn about endangered species protection efforts.

The lush, verdant surroundings offer a peaceful respite before the more adventurous activities of the day. With the guide providing information and context, the Botanic Garden visit sets the stage for the cave exploration and zipline experiences to come.

Cave Exploration and Lunch

After exploring the Botanic Garden, the tour heads into the lush jungle to reach the massive caves of Phong Nha.

The group ventures deep into the caves, marveling at the unique stalagmite and stalactite formations. The guide provides information about the geology and ecosystem of the caves.

Following the cave exploration, the group enjoys a delicious local lunch at a nearby restaurant. The hearty meal refuels them for the afternoon’s activities.

With full stomachs, the tour participants prepare to embark on the next adventure – ziplining over the Chay River.

Afternoon Activities

With the cave exploration and lunch complete, the tour then transitions to the afternoon’s activities.

Participants will have the opportunity to go ziplining over the Chay River, navigating the Dark Cave river walk, and relaxing in a natural mud pool.

Zipline over the Chay River, explore the Dark Cave river walk, and unwind in a natural mud pool.

For those seeking more adventure, an optional additional zipline ride or swimming is available.

The tour provides all necessary equipment and amenities to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

This diverse range of afternoon activities allows visitors to fully enjoy the natural wonders of the Phong Nha region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tour Wheelchair Accessible?

The tour is not wheelchair accessible. According to the important information, electric wheelchairs are prohibited on the tour, and the cave exploration requires participants to be in good health to walk inside.

Can I Bring My Own Food and Drinks?

No, you can’t bring your own food and drinks on the tour. The tour includes mineral water and a restaurant lunch, and outside food and drinks are prohibited in the vehicles. Participants should follow the tour’s policies.

What Is the Maximum Group Size for the Tour?

The tour does not specify a maximum group size. However, it provides multiple pickup locations and transportation, suggesting it can accommodate larger groups. The exact group size may vary depending on the number of bookings for each tour.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for Children?

The tour is not suitable for babies under 1 year, but there are no other age restrictions. Children are welcome to join the tour, as long as they are accompanied by an adult and able to participate in the activities.

Can I Extend My Stay in Phong Nha After the Tour?

Customers can extend their stay in Phong Nha after the tour, but this is not included in the tour package. Participants would need to make their own arrangements for additional accommodations and activities beyond what’s covered in the 8-hour tour itinerary.

The Sum Up

The Phong Nha: Cave Exploration and Zipline Dark Cave Tour offers an exhilarating and value-packed full-day adventure in Vietnam’s stunning Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Participants can explore massive caves, zipline over the scenic Chay River, and unwind in a natural mud pool, all while enjoying round-trip transportation, lunch, and an English-speaking guide. This tour provides a fantastic opportunity to experience the natural beauty and thrill-seeking activities of this remarkable destination.

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