8:20 AM – Pick Up from Hotel
Location: Your hotel in Phong Nha
Your guide or driver will pick you up from your hotel to begin the exciting tour.
Travel by car to the first destination, Paradise Cave.
8:40 AM – Arrive at Paradise Cave
Travel time: Around 45 minutes to 1 hour from Phong Nha town.
Activity:
Begin with a scenic walk or a tram ride up to the entrance of Paradise Cave (one of the longest dry caves in Asia).
Explore the cave’s stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and limestone formations. The cave is known for its grand size and majestic beauty.
Walk along the 1-kilometer boardwalk (the full length of the cave is 31 kilometers, but only a portion is accessible to visitors).
Take time to appreciate the incredible formations, such as the “royal palace” and other unique features.
Duration: Approximately 1.5-2 hours inside the cave.
11:30 AM – Depart for Dark Cave
Travel time: About 30 minutes from Paradise Cave to Dark Cave (Hang Toi).
Enjoy the scenic drive as you head to the entrance of Dark Cave.
12:00 PM – Lunch Break
Location: A local restaurant or within the Dark Cave area.
Enjoy a lunch of local Vietnamese dishes, often including specialties like grilled meats, rice, fresh vegetables, and tropical fruits.
Duration: 1.5 hour
1:30 PM – At Dark Cave (Hang Toi)
Activity:
Upon arrival, you’ll be equipped with a helmet, headlamp, and safety gear for the adventure.
Experience a different kind of cave exploration as you walk and swim through the cave’s muddy waters, which provide a fun, thrilling experience.
Explore the cave’s dark, narrow passages filled with natural mud pools, and enjoy the unique feeling of wading through the darkness.
You can also opt to zip-line across the river (optional, depending on the tour operator) before entering the cave.
Explore the surrounding area, which includes beautiful landscapes and the opportunity for additional activities such as kayaking or relaxing on the river beach.
Duration: 1.5 hours for Dark Cave exploration.
3:00 PM – Optional Activities at Dark Cave
After lunch, if time allows, enjoy additional activities such as:
Kayaking along the river near Dark Cave.
Relaxing by the river or exploring the surrounding area.
4:00 PM – Return to Phong Nha Town
Travel time: 30-45 minutes back to Phong Nha.
On the way, relax and enjoy the countryside views.
4:30 PM – Arrive Back at Hotel
End of Tour: Your tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in Phong Nha Center
Depending on the time, you can enjoy the rest of your evening in Phong Nha or relax before your next adventure.
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