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Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour

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Duration

Full Day

Tour Type

Group Tour

Departure

Dong Hoi/Phong Nha

End of Tour

Dong Hoi/Phong Nha

Sightseeing

Dark Cave → Paradise Cave

Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour

Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour is a full-day adventure led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. Discover Quang Binh’s two most famous caves, explore stunning underground rivers and rock formations, and enjoy exciting activities like zip-lining, mud bathing, and swimming. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and thrill seekers wanting to experience the best of Phong Nha in just one day.

Price For Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour

Price Per Person
$60

Please Note:

  • If you would like to be picked up at Dong Hoi Airport, please inform us in advance. An additional fee of $10 applies for this service.
  • This tour operates daily but is subject to weather conditions. Please check availability with us beforehand. We will notify you at least one day in advance if the tour is cancelled.

Children Policies:

  • Child under 5 years old: free.
  • Child from 5 to under 10 years old: 75%.
  • Child >= 10 years old: 100%.

Dark Cave and Pardise Cave Tour Itinerary

In The Morning

At 7:45 – 8:00 AM: Your Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Dong Hoi City by our driver and English-speaking tour guide. If you are staying in Phong Nha, pickup will be arranged at around 8:45 AM.

We will transfer to Paradise Cave, located in the core zone of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park. It is 25 km from Phong Nha Cave and about 75 km (1 hour 20 minutes) from Dong Hoi. Paradise Cave is known as the longest dry cave in Asia. When you explore the cave, you’ll see why it’s called “Paradise”.

Colorful stalactite formations in Paradise Cave
Colorful stalactite formations in Paradise Cave

Colorful stalactite formations in Paradise Cave. From the entrance gate, you’ll ride a golf cart (1.6 km) through the forest and then walk uphill to the cave entrance. The climb offers stunning mountain views.

In The Afternoon

At 12:00 PM: Lunch at the Dark Cave restaurant.

1:00 PM: Next, we will visit Dark Cave. Get ready for an exciting adventure as you explore the cave and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including ziplining across the river, kayaking, swimming in the cool water, and experiencing a relaxing natural mud bath inside the cave.

Kayaking in Dark Cave
Kayaking in Dark Cave

4:30 PM: It’s time to relax on the drive back to your hotel.

5:00 – 5:30 PM: Arrive in Dong Hoi, where our driver will drop you off at your hotel. This marks the end of your Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour. We hope you had a wonderful day full of fun and unforgettable memories!

Besides our Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour, you can discover more amazing destinations around Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park with our Phong Nha Private Car service. Simply choose the places you want to visit and enjoy a private, flexible journey at your own pace.

What’s Included & Excluded

Included

  • Free pick-up before the tour at the train or bus station.
  • Transfer by van and golf cart (at Paradise Cave).
  • English-speaking tour guide.
  • Drinking water during the trip.
  • Lunch with Vietnamese dishes.
  • All entrance tickets included.
  • Travel insurance included.

Excluded

  • Beverage in Meal
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Day trip to The Imperial City of Hue We had a lovely day today with Justine (our guide) and the driver, for the trip from Chan May Port to Hue, and the Imperial City. They met us on time, where you said that they would be, the car was clean and the air conditioning worked. They gave us bottled water. Justine explained the day and we set off. Justine queued for the tickets where needed and gave us detailed information at all the sites, not hurrying us along. Justine took lots of pictures of us, and was able to answer questions. The restaurant was lovely, the food very good, and they were aware of our request that my wife is a vegetarian. They even stopped for us to get some toiletries on the way back and he assisted us across a very busy road to the shop. A really good day.
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Can recommend - great experience! Fantastic transfer with Luyt from VM Travel - kind, knowledgable and experienced driver. Kim from the company helped us out a bunch as well - we even got to store our bags at the office while waiting for our train in Hue.
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Reliable, friendly, all round excellent. Alex was a great driver, lovely to be met by his smiling face at the train station. Sadly a violent tropical storm meant some changes to the plan but he worked hard to keep us dry and away from any hard sell where we stopped.
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Good experience Alex was super punctual and friendly, drives very quietly and very well, made extra stops to take some photos, highly recommended
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Exceptional Service – Highly Recommend! I had an excellent experience with VM Travel during my stay in Vietnam. I first contacted them through the chat option on their website and received a quick and helpful response. As a solo traveller, I really appreciated how flexible and accommodating they were. My day trips were tailored entirely around my preferences. Both day tours were reasonably priced, and there were no issues with late drop-offs or pickups from my remote hotel location.A special mention to Mr Top, my driver for both days, who was friendly, professional, and reliable. The office staff, Jena, coordinating everything was equally outstanding — responsive, organised, and genuinely caring.Highly recommend their service for anyone looking for stress-free and pre-set or customised tours in Vietnam!
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Day drive from Hue to My Son, via Hai Van Pass Very careful and excellent driver. Was helpful and attentive. Arrived early and helped with check out, waited while I went to My Son and explained things well. Very kind and nice
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DMZ Full Day Tour From Hue Khe Sanh and more A great full day tour from Hue seen a lot of history and a deeper understanding of the Vietnam war and local culture.A early start we were picked up from our hotel .Greeted by Linh our guide and Ton our driver.We had a nice group of people from Europe New Zealand and Australia Visit to the Citadel and museum a very moving place alot of history there .On the way to Khe Sanh we were very impressed with Linh”s knowledge and was very inspired and informative history she told us .Explained everything we needed to know and answered our questions. The map Linh showed us was very helpful understanding the area we were in .Khe Sanh was the main place we weee interested in seeing and was a great experience to visit the site and view the museum and aircraft bunkers and tanks there .A highlight for us . The local lady also had great coffee must try on the visit there .After we had a nice local lunch close by nice and pleasant surroundings.We then headed off to see Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River important landmark splitting the country into north and south 17th parallel.Nice museum there to view .The last place was also a highlight the Vinh Moc Tunnels great to see amazing how they were made and the infrastructure there a lot of history.The underground miniature village was great to see .A great day out and a lot of historical places visited thank you for the excellent experience Linh and Ton the driving was challenging for him he did a great job for us getting us there on time and safely.Great value for money too .Thankyou for this great tour Linh and Ton can highly recommend.All the very best to you Kind Regards Paul and Tania Australia 🇦🇺
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A very full and exciting day 👏🏻❤️ We had a very good experience with this day trip. Our guide tour was Nhi, who was really delightful and informative. The group was small and therefore it was easy to get around. The whole trip was very nice and included so much to see in one day! I would definitely recommend it, even more so if you don't have a lot of time in Huế.
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I would highly recommend this company for transport and tours! We used VM for several Hoian day tours with Ms Dung as our guide, who was fantastic. Collected us from the hotel on time every day, and shared lots of interesting information. We also had several airport transfers. All drivers were prompt and friendly, and all cars were clean and tidy. VM was very flexible and kindly changed times when we needed to.
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Great service! We used VM Car for three longer trips between cities in Vietnam. Great service all around and especially from our driver Alex who drove us from Phong Nha to Da Nang with stops in Hue and Van Hai Pass.

FAQs About Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour

How long does the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour take?

The Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour is a full-day trip that takes approximately 8 hours. This gives you plenty of time to explore Paradise Cave, enjoy exciting activities at Dark Cave, and experience the beautiful natural scenery of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park at a comfortable pace.

Can I customize the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour itinerary?

Unfortunately, you cannot customize the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour itinerary because this is a group tour with a fixed schedule and route shared by all participants. Everyone follows the same itinerary to ensure the trip runs smoothly. If you prefer more flexibility and a personalized experience, you can contact us to arrange a private tour instead.

Is the Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour suitable for children?

Yes! The Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour is suitable for families with children. Paradise Cave is a great place for kids to explore impressive natural formations, while Dark Cave offers exciting activities such as swimming, kayaking, and mud bathing. However, some activities may have age, height, or weight restrictions. Parents should always supervise their children, especially during water activities, to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

What should I wear and bring for the Dark Cave and Pardise Cave Tour?

For the Dark Cave and Paradise Cave Tour, we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and suitable footwear for walking and cave exploration. Since Dark Cave includes several water activities, you should also prepare:

  • Swimwear: For swimming and mud bathing at Dark Cave.
  • Extra clothes: To change after water activities.
  • Towel: To dry off after swimming.
  • Sandals or water shoes: For walking around wet areas.
  • Sunscreen: To protect your skin during outdoor activities.
  • Waterproof bag: To keep your phone and personal belongings dry.

Safety equipment, including helmets and headlamps, will be provided when needed. Most importantly, bring your adventurous spirit and get ready for a fun-filled day exploring two of Phong Nha’s most impressive caves!

Where does the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour pick me up?

The Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour offers hotel pickup in both Dong Hoi City and Phong Nha. Our driver will pick you up at the agreed time confirmed in advance. If you are staying in Phong Nha, pickup is usually around 8:45 AM.

If you cannot find our driver or tour guide at the scheduled pickup time, please contact our support team by phone, email, or WhatsApp. We will be happy to assist you and help ensure your tour starts smoothly.

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Can I join the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour during the rainy season?

Yes, you can visit Paradise Cave during the rainy season in most cases. However, the Dark Cave activities, including ziplining, kayaking, swimming, and mud bathing, may be suspended due to heavy rain or rising water levels.

Tour operation depends on the actual weather and safety conditions on the day. Our team will check the situation and inform you whether the full Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour can proceed safely. If conditions are unsuitable, we will discuss alternative arrangements with you.

How can I pay for the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour?

You can pay for your Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Tour using several convenient payment methods:

  • We accept PayPal, 9Pay, and OnePay. Transaction fees may vary depending on the payment platform.
  • You can pay by cash directly to your tour guide or driver on the day of the tour.
  • You can visit our offices in Hue, Da Nang, or Hoi An to make your payment in person.

Once your booking is confirmed, our team will provide the necessary payment instructions and assist you with the process. We want to make your booking experience as simple and convenient as possible!