Phong Nha and Dark cave – 1 day

DETAILED ITINERARY:

Sure, here’s the detailed itinerary for exploring Phong Nha Cave and Dark Cave:

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**DETAILED ITINERARY:**

Departure: 7:30 – 8:00 from Dong Hoi, 9:00 – 9:30 from Phong Nha

Welcome to the Phong Nha Cave Adventure Tour: Exploring Phong Nha Cave and Dark Cave!

**Morning:**

Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Phong Nha early in the morning. Please ensure you have breakfast before the tour begins.

Travel to Phong Nha Cave. Enjoy a scenic drive to Phong Nha Cave, located within the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

Explore Phong Nha Cave:
– Board a boat and enjoy a scenic ride along the Son River to reach the entrance of Phong Nha Cave.
– Take in the beautiful surroundings as you approach the cave entrance.
– Enter Phong Nha Cave, renowned for its impressive length and stunning rock formations.
– Navigate through the cave by boat and on foot, exploring its magnificent chambers and passageways.
– Admire the natural beauty of the cave’s stalactites, stalagmites, and underground rivers.

Learn About the Cave:
Your guide will provide you with interesting insights into the geological history, cultural significance, and unique features of Phong Nha Cave.

**Lunch Break:**
Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese-style lunch at a local restaurant near the national park, offering a variety of fresh and flavorful dishes.

**Afternoon:**

Visit Dark Cave:
– After lunch, head to Dark Cave, located nearby. Get ready for a different kind of adventure.

Safety Briefing:
Upon arrival at Dark Cave, receive a safety briefing and gear up with helmets, headlamps, and life vests.

Explore Dark Cave:
– Embark on a short hike through the lush jungle to reach the entrance of Dark Cave.
– Enter the cave and wade/swim through an underground river into the heart of the cave.
– Experience the darkness as you move deeper, guided by your headlamp. Marvel at the unique rock formations and the eerie atmosphere.

Mud Bath Experience:
– Inside Dark Cave, enjoy a mud bath! Cover yourself in therapeutic mud that’s rich in minerals and great for your skin.
– Afterward, rinse off in the underground river and feel refreshed.

Swimming and Zip-lining:
– Dark Cave Beach: Return to the entrance area of Dark Cave and enjoy some leisure time at the sandy beach by the entrance. Swim in the clear waters of the underground river, surrounded by the jungle.
– Optional Zip-lining: For those seeking an extra thrill, there’s an optional ziplining experience over the river.

**Return to Hotel:**
As the day comes to an end, you’ll be transported back to your hotel in Phong Nha. Reflect on the incredible cave explorations and natural wonders you’ve encountered.

17:15 Return to your hotel in Dong Hoi city/Phong Nha. The tour ends.

This tour takes you to the two most impressive caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Phong Nha Cave and Dark Cave, with opportunities for adventure activities and a local cuisine lunch.

The price for Pick up and Drop off in Phong Nha: $57/PP

The price for Pick up and Drop off in Dong Hoi: $64/PP

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