From Hue: Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Day Tour

Thua Thien-Hue Province, Vietnam



Discover Paradise Cave – the longest dry cave in Asia – and enjoy adventure at Dark Cave with zipline, kayaking, swimming, and mud bath in one full-day tour.

Highlights

  • Trek 500 steps through the forest to reach the stunning Paradise Cave
  • Choose the full option to zipline 400 m and soak in a Dark Cave mud bath
  • Marvel at the majestic stalactites and breathtaking cave formations
  • Kayak, SUP, swim, and zipline on the calm Chay River waters
  • Travel comfortably from Hue in a small-group tour

Description

04:30 AM – Pick-up in Hue Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pick-up in Hue city center. Meet your driver and settle into a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as you travel toward Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Enjoy the scenic journey through the beautiful landscapes of Central Vietnam. 07:20 AM – Stop at Sovaba Travel Office, Dong Hoi Take a short break at the Sovaba Travel Office in Dong Hoi. Refresh yourself, enjoy a drink, and prepare for the day ahead before continuing to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. 09:30 AM – Explore Paradise Cave Begin your adventure at Paradise Cave, one of the most spectacular caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Enjoy a scenic 1.6 km electric cart ride through the forest, followed by a short walk to the cave entrance. Inside, follow the wooden walkway through the impressive underground chambers and admire towering stalactites, stalagmites, and unique limestone formations. 11:30 AM – Vietnamese Lunch Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant in the Phong Nha area. Take some time to relax and recharge before the afternoon adventure. 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. 04:00 PM – Return to Dong Hoi After your Dark Cave adventure, return by vehicle to Dong Hoi City. Relax and enjoy the scenery on the way back. 05:00 PM – Departure for Hue Continue your journey back to Hue in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. 08:40 PM – Arrival in Hue Arrive back in Hue in the evening, concluding your full-day adventure to Paradise Cave and Dark Cave. Thank you for choosing Sovaba Travel. We look forward to welcoming you again!

Includes

Modern air-conditioned car picks up at hotel in Hue to Dong Hoi, visits Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park and takes guests back to hotel in Hue (option 2 & 4) Vietnamese or English-speaking tour guide throughout the journey Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha Entrance ticket to Paradise Cave Entrance ticket to Dark Cave (option 2 & 4) Dark Cave & Chay River adventure, including a thrilling 400m zipline, cave exploration, underground river swimming, natural mud bath, kayaking, and a short zipline experience (option 2 & 4) Free luggage storage or in-vehicle keeping for the day, including for checked-out guests 2 bottles of 500ml Lavie bottled water per guest per day Travel insurance with maximum coverage of VND 20,000,000 per guest per incident

Excludes

Far pickup surcharge applies for locations outside the designated pickup area Public holiday surcharge (April 28 – May 2, September 2 & December 31 – January 2): 150,000 VND per person Tet holiday fee (04/02/2027 -> 10/02/2027): 250,000 VND per person

Important Information

  • 1. Additional fees:
  • If you choose the basic option but wish to upgrade to the full service package, an additional fee of 300,000 VND/pax will be charged directly by the tour guide at the attraction
  • 2. Guidelines for Travelers:
  • Customers must provide the full name and address of the hotel to arrange a suitable pick-up location
  • All passengers must provide a mobile phone number or email address to the tour operator. Our customer service team will contact you directly
  • If you are a vegetarian or have any special requests, please inform us in advance

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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