Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave: Guided Boat Tour & Exploration
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on an Epic Journey into Phong Nha - Ke Bang’s Underground Kingdom
Discover one of Vietnam’s greatest natural marvels at Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, where ancient limestone mountains and lush jungles hide breathtaking underground worlds. Cruise through Phong Nha Cave, home to the world’s longest underground river and shimmering stalactites that reflect a surreal, mystical light.
Step into the heart of Paradise Cave, often called a "palace beneath the earth", with its vast chambers, towering formations, and a dramatic wooden walkway that stretches deep into the cave’s core.
Beyond the caves, explore a world of rich biodiversity, prehistoric geology, and tranquil beauty. This journey is not just a tour — it's an immersion into nature’s most awe-inspiring creations, where every step reveals a new wonder waiting to be uncovered.
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
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
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
Reviews
358 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience
419h l,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The cave is beautiful and impressive with stunning formations, and the tour guide is very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, making the experience even more enjoyable.
Wonderful day out in Phong Nha
Barbalooot,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely time on the Phong Nha cave tour with our wonderful guide, Lily. We were picked up in the morning from our hotel and driven to paradise cave, where we walked and were given lots of information by Lily. We then had lunch and took the boat to Phong Nha cave. Lily was informative and funny throughout, she really added to our enjoyment of the whole day. Learning about the history, culture and geography of the area was really fun! Thanks so much, Lily! I'd definitely recommend this excellent tour.
Really recommend!!!
Maaaaaaaaaatilde,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip! Our guide Lily did an amazing job:) learned a lot about the caves, history and culture.
Spendid caves and Lily's comments at the top!
Chantal Charles,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful day thanks to our guide Lily, very friendly and professional, who explained us a lot about the sites visited, but also about the surrounding nature and the history of Vietnam and the region. Lily was attentive, concerned about our understanding, always with a little humor... and the 2 caves are beautiful!
Great tour with Lily
shail01,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with Lily as our tour guide. She was organised, knowledgable, funny and made our tour very enjoyable. I would highly recommend water shoes for the dark cave!
Very nice
renelF331NP,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, great ride, our guide Lily had a good sense of humor! Driver Buffalo was driving safely. I suggest this tour to everyone.
We got a wonderful day...
Stephane D,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We got a wonderful day with Jessica who is very kind. The two cave are wonderful. The meal was also very good (not the case in most of the tour we have).
Fantastic day.
Dariusz F,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely trip. Wonderful caves. Tasty food. Professional and very nice guide Jassica.
Beautiful day trip.
RachelM2258,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great day out with Lily (and Buffalo our driver). The caves were stunning as was the walk through the forest to get to Paradise Cave. Lily had a lot of good information and stories to share as we went along. I think the day was great value for money as all admission fees and lunch were included. We had enough time in each location to explore and take photos. I thoroughly recommend this trip if you’re in the area.
Lovely nature and guide (Lily)
Sofia K,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience. The beautiful nature speaks for itself, but our tour deserves five starts because of your guide Lily, who made the whole experience so fun and very informative. Big recommendation from us
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