Phong Nha: Zipline, Dark Cave & Paradise Cave, All-Inclusive
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Explore Paradise Cave and Dark Cave – entrance tickets, lunch and insurance included, no extra fees at the gate. Choose relaxed river activities or the full zipline and mud bath adventure.
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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
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Small group
Limited to 11 participants
Highlights
- Trek 500 steps through the forest to reach the stunning Paradise Cave
- Marvel at the majestic stalactites and breathtaking cave formations
- Kayak, SUP, swim and zipline on the calm Chay River waters
- Full option: fly across a 400m zipline & soak in Dark Cave’s mud bath
- Entrance tickets, lunch & insurance included – no extra fees at the entrance
Full description
Paradise Cave & Dark Cave Full-Day Tour from Dong Hoi Overview & Highlights Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure from Dong Hoi to the magnificent Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Explore the stunning "Underground Royal Palace" of Paradise Cave and experience thrilling activities like ziplining, kayaking, and a mud bath at Dark Cave. What's Included: • Tour duration: Full day (07:30 AM – 05:30 PM) • Hotel, train station, or airport pick-up and drop-off in Dong Hoi • Transportation in a comfortable vehicle • Local lunch featuring regional specialties near Phong Nha Note: Choose between Basic Water Activities or Full Adventure options for Dark Cave. ... --------------------------------------- Itinerary Details Itinerary: 7:30 AM - Departure: Sovaba Travel picks you up at locations such as hotels, train stations and Dong Hoi Airport. For customers arriving early from morning trains and buses, we will pick you up at Sovaba Travel's office to rest and relax before departure. 8:00 AM - Start: Depart from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. The first trip will take you to Paradise Cave, one of the largest dry caves in Asia, also known as the "Underground Royal Palace". 9:00 AM - Paradise Cave Exploration: Visitors begin their journey to Paradise Cave with a scenic 1.6-kilometre tram ride, followed by a gentle walk up the mountainside. Hidden behind a modest, narrow entrance lies a breathtaking underground wonderland, vastly opening to reveal ceilings soaring between 40 to 60 metres high, and stretching as wide as 120 metres across. Inside, the air feels refreshingly cool – an inviting escape from the summer heat of Quang Binh. Guided by wooden stairways illuminated softly by LED lights, travellers enter a magical realm often called an "Underground Royal Palace". The cave mesmerises with magnificent stalactites and stalagmites that form incredible shapes – some resembling blooming flowers, delicate tree sprouts, or even cascading waterfalls frozen in stone. After spending about two hours exploring these stunning natural masterpieces, visitors retrace their steps, carrying home unforgettable memories of Paradise Cave's surreal beauty. 11:30 AM - Lunch Break: After visiting Paradise Cave, you will be invited to a restaurant in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park area to have lunch with local specialities, in a peaceful and airy space. 1:30 PM - Adventure at Dark Cave (Choose Your Experience) At Dark Cave, you can choose one of the following adventure packages: Option 1: Basic Water Activities Experience (For guests who prefer water-based fun without extreme activities) - Enjoy kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and swimming in the Chay River. - Relax and immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings. - Excludes zipline and mud bath activities. Option 2: Full Adventure Experience (For thrill-seekers who want to explore every aspect of Dark Cave) - Experience the longest double-wire zipline in Southeast Asia, soaring over the Chay River. - Enter Dark Cave, equipped with headlamps, to explore its mysterious interior. - Enjoy a natural mud bath inside the cave, known for its therapeutic benefits. - Participate in kayaking, swimming and short zipline activities on the Chay River. 4:30 PM - Return to Dong Hoi city: End of the tour: Sovaba Travel's car and tour guide will take the group back to Dong Hoi city. We say goodbye to you and look forward to welcoming you to the next travel programmes. 5:30 PM - Arrival: Arrival in Dong Hoi city, ending the Paradise Cave - Dark Cave tour!
View full itinerary...Includes
- ✓ Modern air-conditioned vehicle for transfers throughout the programme
- ✓ Vietnamese- or English-speaking guide for the entire route
- ✓ One lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha: 150,000 VND per guest per meal
- ✓ 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
- ✓ Dark Cave entrance and activities (Full option only)
- ✓ Kayaking, SUP, water games and a short zipline on the Chay River (every option)
- ✓ 400m zipline and natural mud bath inside Dark Cave (Full option only)
- ✓ Free life jackets, provided and mandatory for water activities
- ✓ Free luggage storage or in-vehicle keeping for the day, including for checked-out guests
- ✓ 2 bottles of Lavie water (500ml) and 2 cold towels per guest per day
- ✓ Travel insurance up to 20,000,000 VND per guest per incident, subject to policy terms
- ✗ Public holiday surcharge (28 April – 2 May, 2 September & 31 December – 2 January): 150,000 VND per person
- ✗ Tet holiday fee (04/02/2027 -> 10/02/2027): 250,000 VND per person
- ✗ Upgrade fee from Basic to Full option: 300,000 VND per person, paid directly to your guide on tour day
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
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Customer Reviews 
Camille etg1 year agoI recommend it! We had a great day with our guide Happi! Very well organized, everything is done so that we don't feel alone in the bay! The meal is really super good! Unbeatable value for money!
Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much for your review
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David Prieto1 year agoVietnam Venture time just improved our whole experience during our time in Vietnam. They helped us in a holistic way, arranging all we needed from a long list of transports that we needed, whole day impressive local tours, and really last minute changes. They always responded and showed reliability when we needed it.
Thanks to all the team!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much David
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Leonora Howe1 year agoI booked the 4 days 3 nights Ha Giang tour with VietNam Venture and had a really good experience. The trip was well-organized, the guide was friendly and helpful, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The itinerary covered beautiful spots in Ha Giang, and the homestays were comfortable and welcoming. Overall, it was a great way to explore Ha Giang without any stress.
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Tal Salamon1 year agoI did 1d tour in Sapa, was great experience
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andy maphrao1 year agonice guy
nice services
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Valerie Berger1 year agoVery kind and nice guy, he helped us a lot! 🙂Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so so much Sir
Leo S1 year agoReally kind owner. Helped me with anything i neededResponse from the owner1 year agoThank you so so much Sir
Israel Aka1 year agoAn excellent agent organized a ride for me from Car Ba to Cat Be Airport🙏Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Sir
Marco Fornari (Grafiche Tris Srl)1 year agoGreat experience! We hiked in the national park! The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. He spoke good English. Highly recommended!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Sir
Mario Cuenca1 year agoMy experience in Cat Ba was very good, and partly thanks to Vietnam Venture. After asking around at several travel agencies, I ended up with the one where Ninh works (VietNam Venture). From then on, I had complete peace of mind when planning tours, trips, and more. I couldn't worry about anything thanks to the trust Ninh instilled in me, the information she gave me, her willingness to help... 100% recommended.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much 
Maria Ortuño Serra1 year agoGreat trip. Complete with lots of activities and relaxing time. The lunch was good with several traditional dishes.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much for your review 
L Thivend1 year agoExcellent experience with this tour operator!
I highly recommend it!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you for your review
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Angela1 year agoThe absolute best agent for your trips in CatBa / Lan Ha Area! I could not recommend him more! Mr Ninh is the key for an amazing experience!
He will also take care of your pick ups from almost anywhere in north Vietnam.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much
Hanna Müller1 year agoI booked two tours and my bus ride to Hanoi with Vietnam venture and had a great time on the boat. Everything was perfectly organized. The tour guides spoke very well English and provided information throughout the day and at each stop. Besides they were very friendly, caring and funny. Also the bus ride was very good. A big bus with plenty of pace and good communication for pickup time. Direct pickup at the accommodation was very convenient.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Hanna
