Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave: Guided Boat Tour & Exploration
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, home to some of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders. Cruise along the river into Phong Nha Cave, famous for its stunning underground river and magnificent stalactites that sparkle in the cave’s mystical light.
Continue to Paradise Cave, often called the “Underground Palace,” where a wooden walkway leads you through vast chambers filled with towering limestone formations shaped over millions of years.
Surrounded by lush jungle and ancient karst mountains, this experience reveals the incredible beauty and geological wonders of central Vietnam. Exploring Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave is more than a tour — it’s a journey into one of the most breathtaking underground worlds in Asia.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please provide the name and address of your hotel in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha for pick-up arrangements.
You need to provide the tour leader's phone number and preferred method of contact so the tour operator can reach out to you directly after booking.
If you're vegetarian or have any special dietary needs, please let the local operator know in advance.
You can also end your trip in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Dong Hoi
7:15 AM - 7:45 AM: Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up from Dong Hoi city or Dong Hoi train station.
Phong Nha
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM: Pick-up from your hotel/homstay in the scenic Phong Nha Village area.
What‘s Included
An English-speaking tour guide with expertise in the history and culture of the caves
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dong Hoi city or Phong Nha village
Bottled water
Buggy ride through the jungle
Entrance tickets to Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave
300 meter exploration on foot inside Phong Nha Cave
1 kilometer exploration of Paradise Cave
Travel hat
• Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (with the option to choose vegetarian dishes)
Dragon boat ride on the Son river
Far pick up surcharge if you stay out of the pick up area
Tet holiday fees (10 USD per person)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Group: Drop Dong Hoi/Phong Nha
Group Tour : Includes a Son River boat ride to Phong Nha Cave and a buggy ride through the forest to Paradise Cave
Standard Service
Duration: 9 hours
Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour
Dong Hoi-Phong Nha Tour Route: Pick-up from Dong Hoi & Phong Nha → Visit Paradise Cave → Lunch → Explore Phong Nha Cave → Drop-off at Phong Nha & Dong Hoi
Minibus: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation for groups of up to 16 passengers
Services: Includes entrance fees, professional tour guide, & travel insurance to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all participants
Pickup included
Group Tour: Drop-off in Hue
Group Tour : Includes a Son River boat ride to Phong Nha and a buggy ride through the forest to Paradise Cave
Standard service
Duration: 1 day
Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour
Phong Nha and Paradise caves : Pick-up from Dong Hoi & Phong Nha → Visit Paradise Cave → Lunch → Explore
Phong Nha Cave → Drop-off at Hue
Van/ Bus: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation .
Services: Includes entrance fees, professional tour guide, & travel insurance to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all participants
Pickup included
Private Tour
Farm Life – Hands-on Fun: Feed ducks, ride buffaloes, fish, and pick fruits. Enjoy local snacks and fresh tea.
Price: 100,000 VND per person
Duration: 9 hours: Visit Phong Nha and Paradise Caves in 9 hours, including transportation from Dong Hoi and a boat ride to Phong Nha Cave.
Local Specialty Lunch: Enjoy a tasty lunch with grilled meat, fish, rice, and fresh vegetables. Vegetarian options are available.
Tourist SUV or Minivan: Travel in comfort with a tourist SUV or minivan, tailored to accommodate your group size.
Pickup included
Group Tour - No Tickets
No Tickets : This service does not include entrance fees, dragon boat tickets for Phong Nha Cave and Paradise cave
Standard Service: As this option excludes tickets, please bring cash. Our guide will help you buy them at the counter.
Duration: 9 hours
Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour
Dong Hoi-Phong Nha Tour Route: Pick-up → Paradise Cave (No Ticket) → Lunch → Phong Nha Cave (No Ticket) → Drop-off
Van / Bus / Car
Confirmation: After you book, our Customer Care team will quickly contact you to confirm your trip details.
Pickup included
Reviews
384 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect day out
michaelhU4931QI,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole day was perfect, the caves and boats were so amazing and spectacular. We were warmly picked up at our hotel by Jessica, she was amazing, and we had the best day with her showing us around. Would highly recommend. We booked a private tour and was well worth the extra. Overall we had an amazing day. Thanks Jessica for being the best guide.
Best Caves I Have Visited
ontheroad129,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Tra. The caves were amazing and the tour was well organized. Tra was knowledgable, well organized and funny. This tour is highly recommended.
Highly recommend
Harry B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really good day out the caves were beyond expectation and Jessica was super helpful and a really good guide.
Paradise cave was breathtaking.
Discover45788040959,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00MS Thu Ha, was an excellent tour guide. My wife was amazed of Ms. Thu wealth of information.
An amazing tour with the best guide
vmesquita,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did this caves tour from Dong Hoi! They contacted me in advance to arrange pickup and drop-off. Jessica was our guide—not your typical guide who just walks you through the facts. She did her best to engage all participants and create fun moments throughout the tour, making the experience truly memorable. Of course, the locations are marvelous, but it wouldn’t have been the same without her. The lunch was also delicious and served in generous portions. The tour surpassed all my expectations!
You can't do Vietnam without doing this experience!!
X3524UTjuliec,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the best experience I had my entire time in Vietnam. Lily was remarkable with her knowledge about the area and her sense is humor. She went out of her way to make sure everyone had a great time. Our entire group, even though none of knew each other, bonded and came away with friendships that will last a lifetime. From Paradise cave to ziplining and the dark cave, everything was well thought out and so much fun. This experience was aperfect 10!!
Great tour guide!
cassiecT1535CP,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing time with Lily who offered super interesting insights into the history behind the caves, she had a lovely personality and was very charismatic. Would definitely book!
Tra was a great guide,...
Chimene E,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tra was a great guide, her English was very good and she told us lots of information about the caves and Vietnam in general. She also remembered my request for no mushrooms at lunch, which was appreciated. The caves themselves were amazing, I'll absolutely return to do the full day trip in Paradise cave (I didn't know there was a long break available until Tra told us) I really enjoyed the boat trip too. The only downside to the trip was one extremely rude guest, who was not very nice to several of us, which the tour company obviously can't control, but perhaps it would be worth considering a policy on how to handle guests like that in the future, as there may be some on the tour who would be really upset by what happened and it would negatively impact their experience. I'd highly recommend this tour and Tra as a guide, thank you for a great day!
Great
43mathisl,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The caves themselves are very impressive and David went above and beyond to make everyone feel at ease from beginning to end ! He’s awesome ! Would 100% recommend.
The scenery was incredible
global b,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The incredible scenery and caves and the very hospitable service made this trip very enjoyable, and David's guide made us understand the history and culture of Vietnam, and thank him for his warm and attentive service throughout the trip, we will come again next time.
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