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Phong Nha caves

Central Vietnam · UNESCO World Heritage

Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park in central Vietnam protects one of the world's great limestone cave systems, including Son Doong, the largest cave passage known on Earth. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You don't need to be an expedition caver to enjoy it: Paradise Cave and Phong Nha Cave are easy half day visits.

Which caves to visit

  • Paradise Cave. A long wooden walkway through vast chambers of formations.
  • Phong Nha Cave. Reached by boat along an underground river.
  • Dark Cave. Zipline in, then swim and wallow in a mud bath.
  • Hang En and Son Doong. Multi day expeditions that must be booked far ahead.

Plan your visit

Caves and boat trips can close in the autumn floods, roughly September to December. See our Phong Nha caves guide for difficulty levels, Son Doong and getting there.

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Phong Nha caves: questions

How much is the Paradise Cave ticket?

250,000 VND, with an optional electric buggy from the car park for an extra fee. Check current prices at the entrance.

Can you visit Son Doong?

Only on an expedition with Oxalis Adventure, which costs about US$3,000 and sells out many months ahead.

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