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A person ziplining over a body of water with a sign reading "ZIPLINE - DARK CAVE" in the background. 1
A cave with stalactites and stalagmites, illuminated by artificial lighting. 2
A cave with stalactites and stalagmites, illuminated by artificial lighting. 3
A cave with stalactites and a wooden walkway. 4
A cave with stalactites and a wooden walkway. 5

Phong Nha: Zipline Dark Cave & Paradise Cave All-Inclusive

By SOVABA TRAVEL
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 237 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • 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 gate

Activity location

    • Dong Hoi
    • Dong Hoi, Quảng Bình, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Dong Hoi
    • Dong Hoi, Quảng Bình, Vietnam

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Option 1: Basic Water Activities Experience

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

No Dark Cave entry. This option excludes the 400m zipline & mud bath. If you wish to upgrade to the full package, an extra 300,000 VND/pax will be charged directly by the tour guide at the site.

Starting time: 7:30
Price details
RM 237.16 x 1 AdultRM 237.16
Total
Price is RM 237.16

Option 3: Basic Water Activities - Drop-off in Hue

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pick-up from Dong Hoi/Phong Nha, drop-off in Hue. At Dark Cave: kayaking, SUP, swimming & short zipline in the Chay River. Excludes entry to Dark Cave's mud bath & the 400m long zipline. Upgrade for +300,000 VND/pax, paid to guide on-site.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30
Price details
RM 274.00 x 1 AdultRM 274.00
Total
Price is RM 274.00

Option 2: Full Adventure Experience

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Get everything in the Basic Option, plus the thrilling 400m zipline over the Dark Cave and a relaxing mud bath inside the cave.

Starting time: 7:30
Price details
RM 281.83 x 1 AdultRM 281.83
Total
Price is RM 281.83

Option 4: Full Adventure Experience - Drop-off in Hue

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Discover Paradise & Dark Cave with pick-up from Dong Hoi or Phong Nha and drop-off in Hue. Explore epic caves, zipline over rivers, kayak, swim, and enjoy a refreshing mud bath — all in one unforgettable adventure!

Starting time: 7:30
Price details
RM 328.65 x 1 AdultRM 328.65
Total
Price is RM 328.65

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Modern air-conditioned vehicle for transfers throughout the program
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Vietnamese or English-speaking guide for the entire route
  • What's includedWhat's included
    One lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha: 150,000 VND per guest per meal
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Vegetarian meals available — let us know after booking, or tell your guide by the morning of your tour day
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Paradise Cave entrance, including a 1.6km buggy ride through primary forest
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dark Cave entrance and activities (Full option only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Kayaking, SUP, water games, and a short zipline on the Chay River (every option)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    400m zipline and natural mud bath inside Dark Cave (Full option only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free life jackets, provided and mandatory for water activities
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free luggage storage or in-vehicle keeping for the day, including for checked-out guests
  • What's includedWhat's included
    2 bottles of Lavie water (500ml) and 2 cold towels per guest per day
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Travel insurance up to 20,000,000 VND per guest per incident, subject to policy terms
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tet holiday fee: USD 10 per person (4–10 February 2027), paid directly on-site
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Upgrade fee from Basic to Full option: 300,000 VND per person, paid directly to your guide on tour day

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Crutches, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Intoxication, Smoking in the vehicle
  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

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-kilometer 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 meters high, and stretching as wide as 120 meters 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, travelers enter a magical realm often called an “Underground Royal Palace.” The cave mesmerizes 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 specialties, 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 programs.

5:30 PM - Arrival:
Arrived in Dong Hoi city, ending the Paradise Cave - Dark Cave tour!

Location

Activity location

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    • Dong Hoi
    • Dong Hoi, Quảng Bình, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Dong Hoi
    • Dong Hoi, Quảng Bình, Vietnam