How to Plan a Vietnam Cave Tour? the Ultimate Guide for Expedition
Known for its dense woodland and stoic hills, Vietnam is a land of beautiful terrain. And if you look beyond its surface, the country has much more to offer.
From underground stalagmites to exotic stalactites, Vietnam has some of the largest and most spectacular caves in the world. Most of the Vietnam caves are limestone caves. These caves offer a unique and unforgettable experience for adventurous travelers who want to explore the hidden wonders of Vietnam.
However, when it comes to exploring these caves—you need to know a lot of things. What are these things? Let's have a look at them in this comprehensive guide.
Golden Trail Travel Designed to be immersive short adventures, focused on sustainability and supporting local communities, our Cave & Expedition Tours are suitable for all levels of fitness and experience.
Following your desires and constraints, choose one of our unique trails below, or request a personalized program!
Explore six wet and dry caves that you’ll swim, scramble and wade through. Spend two nights under the stars in two different campsites good for swimming
Due to the weather conditions the itinerary may need to be changed at short notice. The paths can be muddy and slippery after rain.
Swim, walk and wade through 8 caves on our longest expedition in the Tu Lan cave system. Spend three nights under the stars in three different campsites, scramble over jungle-carpeted hills, and discover Hang Tien – the biggest cave in the system. This tour is for adventurous travelers who want to switch off from the modern-day, embrace the wilderness, and see the full extent of the Tu Lan cave system.
This package is designed for those who want a balanced experience among natural exploration, relaxation, sightseeing, and prolific activities in Quang Binh. The trip is suitable more for those who travel with family, especially with kids. This journey is an opportunity for all members to get some outdoor activities together and their children have real experiences with nature.
The 3-day-2-night package is designed exclusively for those who are looking for a vacation combined with exploring the uniqueness of cave systems in Quang Binh; immerse yourself in the amazing nature of Phong Nha - Ke Bang. This package will bring tourists prolific activities and unique experiences.
Hang En is one of the largest natural caves in the world. Camp in the enormous cave entrance and explore the length of the cave including the cinematic exit that has featured in Hollywood films. This tour is for travelers who want to experience an enormous cave – but may not have time for Son Doong. The experience is particularly rewarding for photographers.
Wet caves (i.e. those with rivers) are the focus of the two-day Tu Lan Cave Encounter. Swim and walk through four of them and sleep in one of our most peaceful campsites next to a waterfall. This tour is for travelers who want to explore the underground adventure playground of Tu Lan but only want to spend one night in the wilderness.
One day is enough to experience Hang Tien, one of the biggest caves in the area . Trek through the jungle, enjoy a natural swimming pool and enter through the spectacular entrance. This tour is for travelers who are short on time or don’t want to sleep in the jungle – but still want to explore a massive cave.
An action-packed day to discover the wet and dry caves of the Tu Lan cave system, including swimming, climbing and picnic lunch by a waterfall. This tour is for travelers who are short on time or don’t want to sleep in the jungle – but still want to explore the caves.
Get the full picture of the twin caves of Hang Tien, both with enormous entrances and staggering formations. Sleep under the stars in two different campsites, bushwhack through the jungles, and eat delicious, freshly prepared food. This tour is for adventurous travelers who want the full experience of the two biggest caves in the Tu Lan system.
Hang Va contains some of the world’s rarest and most incredible formations – numerous tower cones rising up from emerald green waters. Nuoc Nut is an adventurous underground passage with dry and wet passages and clear blue pools. This tour combines them both and is for adventurous travelers who want to experience two contrasting caves, rope traverse, and sleep in a jungle campsite. The experience is particularly rewarding for photographers.