The Top Thing To Do in Phong Nha
Home to the world’s largest caves, central Vietnam’s Phong Nha is redefining adventure travel in Asia
Maybe, Phong Nha seems to fell into oblivion if there was not the surprise discovery of one of the world's largest caves has catapulted it into the adventure tourism spotlight. The Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park opened up a whole new world about the natural caves and life in the underground. That is hidden inside the rugged swathe of limestone mountains riddled with gigantic caves. You can find this place from a welcoming village on the banks of the graceful Son River, the gateway to this land of adventure is Phong Nha
If you are a traveler like adventure, so this a top place needing to explore the first in Vietnam. Where travel goals and dreams to conquer the biggest caves will come true. Let's join the great tours from these, where set a benchmark of supreme quality in adventure tourism, not just in Vietnam and Asia, but on a global level.
#2 Where is Phong Nha – Ke Ba Nation Park.
Phong Nha is in Central Vietnam. You can find this place on the map (google map, Here map…)
How to get there?
1. Hanoi - Phong Nha
# By Bus
There are some group bus transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter to Phong Nha and return. They depart at around 06:30 PM from Ha Noi. You can either book in person through your hotel in Hanoi, or travel agency. The price: VND 300,000/person.
Note: Most of the bus is the basic service, some bus is terrible. You should double-check it.
# By train
Trains are enjoyable transportation to travel to Phong Nha from Hanoi. You can sightsee more about this country along the way. A soft-sleeper cabin is the most comfortable option with only 4 people per cabin, allowing travelers to sit up or lie down. A ticket train is a good option and saving; you not only get to sleep after the day overloads activities but also help you refresh your health.
By plane
The plane is a way to help you to get to Phong Nha in the fastest. It just takes a 1 hour and 25-minute flight from Hanoi to Dong Hoi. However. You can book the flight ticket by a travel agency or directly on the web as Vietnam Airline, Bamboo Airway…
Note: you will have to book a transfer from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by the cars, taxi...
2. Ninh Binh – Phong Nha
If you are in Ninh Binh, you can get the bus or the train to go to Phong Nha.
By Bus
Most of the bus pick up the traveller at the office bus in Tam Coc from 8:00 pm and arrival in Phong Nha about 4:00-5:00 am.
By Train
Ninh Binh is located on Hanoi to Phong Nha, so you can buy a ticket to get there.
3. Hue – Phong Nha
Hue is in central Vietnam and nearly Phong Nha. You can reach Phong Nha by bus, tour, the private car...
4. Da Nang / Hoi An – Phong Nha
By bus
There is some group bus to transfer from Da Nang / Hoi An to Phong Nha as Hung Thanh Bus, Camel Bus, Queen Bus…
- Departure time from Hoi An: 01:00 – 01:30 PM
- Departure time from Da Nang: 02:00 pm – 02:30 PM
- Arrival time in Phong Nha: 09:00 – 09:30 PM
Note
- You will get to the bus station for 1-2 hours before departing for Phong Nha at 01:00 PM
- This is an open bus so you can book a ticket to/from Phong Nha. The time leaves Phong Nha from 04:00 – 4:30 AM or 07:00 – 7:30 AM at the bus Office.
- Some buses will change another bus from Hue – Phong Nha.
By Train
A train is a good option for transferring from Da Nang - to Phong Nha. But there is no train station in Hoi An. Certainly, you will need to book an additional transfer from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha as a taxi, private car...
5. Ho Chi Minh – Phong Nha
Ho Chi Minh is the biggest city in Southern Vietnam. Most travelers start the Vietnam trip from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh.
Ho Chi Minh is very far from Phong Nha, so the flight ticket or train is an only option if you don't travel some destinations between Ho Chi Minh and Phong Nha as Da Nang, Hoi An ...
Find the cheaper bus ticket to travel to Phong Nha
#3 Thing to do in Phong Nha
Explore Son Dong Cave
Yes, Son Dong cave is the biggest cave in the world and a top thing to do in Phong Nha. This cave discovered by a local man with the name "Ho Khanh" in the 1990s and officially discovered and rediscovered in 2009; Son Doong Cave - currently holding the title of the largest cave on the planet, it has shocked the world with incredible size and unique cave, And that is a natural wonder of the world. An underground diving expedition to explore the underground river inside the Son Doong cave was held with the result of global shock on the world's largest cave capacity - possibly much larger than that in the imagination of all.
So, that has created the craze of the passionate community of adventure and love of nature worldwide.
Become a cave expedition traveler
Hang En is one of the top caves in Vietnam and is the 3rd largest cave in the world by volume after Hang Son Doong and Deer Cave in Malaysia. Hang Én features a magnificent, colossal main chamber with shimmering turquoise pools
Entering the magical world of the Tú Làn cave system. That is the adventure trip when you are going to swim through the river in the cave. The brilliant limestone formations seen in the caves of the Tu Lan system will amaze you in every way. For that, the Tú Làn Caves system is one of the most sought after and one of Vietnam’s top cave systems.
After the burning time's energy and stopping at Hang Nuớc Nứt were to camp at the base of a limestone cliff before the surreal world will be showed in Hang Va cave. Paradise cave is one of the great cave don't have to miss. It is the cathedral-like chambers where allow visitors the chance to marvel at thousand-year-old beauty.
Outdoor activities
You can rent a cyc to explore local or cross the original Ho Chi Minh Trail. Bong Lai Valley is an interesting place. All you need is a bike and a map to explore this valley. Explore mountains and indigenous villages with lots of picturesque sights. Don't forget to enjoy traditional grilled chicken and ordering a cold beer. Food is all fresh from the garden or farm and served family-style.
Local Experience at The Duck Stop
I'm sure you will laugh constantly when you meet the greedy ducks here.
Let's run around with the bowl of duck food, they will follow you anywhere. You can feed the ducks and snap some great pictures. Pick some Phong Nha Black Pepper while you’re there.
Price: The price of a meal per person is about VND100,000 at these stops, depending on group size; beers are about VND20,000 (prices subject to change)
