Phong Nha & Paradise Caves Guided Boat Tour All-Inclusive

A cave with a water body inside. Boats are docked at the cave's entrance. 1

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By SOVABA TRAVEL

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Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h+
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Trek 1.6 km through the forest and climb 500 stone steps to Paradise Cave
Marvel at stalactite chambers stretching up to 120 metres wide
Cruise the Son River by dragon boat, passing Tram Me village
Discover Phong Nha Cave's Tien, Cung Dinh, and Bi Ky branches
Enjoy entrance tickets, lunch and insurance with no hidden fees

Activity location

- Dong Hoi
- Dong Hoi, Quảng Bình, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Dong Hoi
- Dong Hoi, Quảng Bình, Vietnam

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Dates

Travellers

Group Tour

10h
English

The tour includes a tourist car, professional tour guide, restaurant lunch, and entrance tickets to Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave. This bilingual English and Vietnamese tour explores both caves and ends with drop-off in Phong Nha or Dong Hoi.

Languages available

Starting time: 7:30 AM

Price details

NZ$105.36 x 2 AdultsNZ$210.72

Total

Until Fri, 13 Nov

Group Tour with Drop-Off in Hue

10h 30m
English

The tour includes a tourist car, professional tour guide, restaurant lunch, and entrance tickets to Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave. This bilingual English and Vietnamese tour explores both caves and ends with drop-off in Hue.

Languages available

Starting time: 7:30 AM

Price details

NZ$129.17 x 2 AdultsNZ$258.34

Total

Until Fri, 13 Nov

Private Tour

10h 30m
English

The private tour is more flexible with the timings and activities done during the tour. Choose to start and finish at the times that suit you.

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:00 AM

Price details

NZ$218.25 x 2 AdultsNZ$436.50

Total

Until Fri, 13 Nov

What's included, what's not

Modern air-conditioned vehicle for transfers throughout the programme
English, Chinese, or German-speaking guide for the entire route
Travel insurance up to 20,000,000 VND per guest per incident, subject to policy terms
Continuous assistance from our customer care team before and on departure day
One lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha
Vegetarian meals available — let us know after booking, or tell your guide by the morning of your tour day
Paradise Cave entrance, including a 1.6km buggy ride through primary forest
Phong Nha Cave entrance, including a dragon boat cruise on the Son River
Free luggage storage or in-vehicle keeping for the day, including for checked-out guests
Lavie bottled water 500ml: 2 bottles per guest per day
Cold towels: 2 per guest per day
Tết holiday fee (04/02/2027 -> 10/02/2027): 250,000 VND per person
Public holiday surcharge (April 28 – May 2, September 2 & December 31 – January 2): 150,000 VND per person

Know before you book

- Not allowed: Crutches, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Mobility scooters, Smoking in the vehicle, Unaccompanied minors
- Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

07:30 AM: Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up from Dong Hoi.

08:00 AM: Guests will move from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha Village along the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail. During the journey, the tour guide will share insights into the historical significance, strategic importance, and cultural value of this iconic route.

08:45 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in the scenic Phong Nha town area.

09:00 AM - Paradise Cave Exploration:
Visitors begin the journey with a 1.6 km tram ride, followed by a short hike to the narrow entrance of Paradise Cave. Once inside, the cave reveals a vast, cool space with ceilings up to 60 metres high and widths of 120 metres. Conquer 500 limestone steps to enter Paradise Cave, a world-renowned wonder, and be overwhelmed by the magnificent stalactites and stalagmites adorned with a captivating system of white LED lights. It's truly a masterpiece crafted by nature. Get lost in the magic of Paradise Cave as our knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories. Snap amazing photos and cherish the memories of this natural wonder. After two hours of exploration, the tour concludes with a return to the car park to move to Phong Nha Town to have lunch

12:30 PM - Lunch Break:
Indulge in a unique local Vietnamese lunch experience in Phong Nha. Our menu features a variety of dishes made with the freshest local ingredients, catering to all palates, including vegetarians.

01:30 PM - Journey to Phong Nha Cave:
After enjoying lunch, visitors continue the journey to Phong Nha Cave. Here, visitors board a dragon boat to begin a 30-minute cruise on the poetic Son River, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.
• Sitting on the boat, visitors will feel the peace of the scenery, watching the riverside villages and listening to interesting storey. The river leads to the entrance of Phong Nha Cave, where the magic of nature gradually reveals itself through the majestic and mysterious beauty of rows of stalactites and stalagmites.
• Stepping inside, visitors will be overwhelmed by the shimmering beauty of the stalactite system illuminated under torch. Stone curtains, stalagmites, and stalactites shine like diamonds, creating unique shapes. The deeper you go, the more you will be amazed by the shoals, underground lakes and sparkling rocks, all creating a scene like a fairy tale world.
• Marvel at the stunning stalactites and stalagmites, and listen to your guide's fascinating stories about the cave's formation.
• Enjoy the amazing beauty created by nature.

04:30 PM - 04:45 PM: Your unforgettable journey concludes at the stunning Phong Nha Cave, followed by a drop-off at your hotel in Phong Nha town.

05:30 PM - 05:45 PM: Arrive in Dong Hoi City, ending the Phong Nha Cave–Paradise Cave tour! Say goodbye and hope to see you again in the future.
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