Phong Nha Cave is situated in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, Quang Binh province, approximately 45 km from Dong Hoi city center. This cave is considered as one of the most stunning caves in the world and was granted the World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003. The cave has a poetic name which means "the wind that flow  through the teeth’s gap" due to the presence of drooping stalagmites at the entrance, creating an image that matches the name Phong Nha.

The cave has a length of over 7 km and features a breathtaking system of stalactites and stalagmites that come in various shapes and sizes. With the help of colorful lighting, the stalactites create a magical scene that is truly mesmerizing. In addition to its beauty, the cave also boasts a river that is over 13,969 m long and 12 other caves. The entrance of the cave is about 10 m high and 25 m wide.

Visitors can take a boat ride on the Son River to reach Phong Nha cave. Upon arrival, they will need to walk approximately 1000 meters to access the cave. There are two main routes for sightseeing within the cave: a short route and a long route. The short route is about 1,500 meters long, while the long route extends for about 4,500 meters.

Phong Nha Cave is a popular tourist destination that draws visitors from all around the world. It is an ideal place to explore the beauty of nature and gain insights into the history and culture of Vietnam.

7 best things of Phong Nha Cave

The longest water cave

In Phong Nha-Ke Bang limestone cave system is Vom cave, measuring 28km. Hang Vom is also the source of the Son River, which flows through this limestone mountain complex. A remarkable feature of Hang Vom is its large scale, starting from Ruc Ca Roong cave near the Laos border at an altitude of approximately 360m above sea level.

The cave has the highest and widest cave entrance in the cave complex in Phong Nha - Ke Bang

Phong Nha Cave, located in Quang Binh, boasts the widest cave entrance with a measurement of approximately 20-25 meters. Additionally, it holds the record of having the highest cave entrance, towering at a height of 10 meters.

The cave has the most beautiful underground lake

This cave boasts the most stunning underground lake. Since it is situated in a limestone cave, the subterranean water takes on a magnificent jade green hue. Moreover, the reflections of light on the blue water surface illuminate the stalactites, resulting in an array of mesmerizing colors.

The Phong Nha Cave is home to stunning sandy beaches and reefs

Over millions of years, the stalactites inside the cave have been shaped into unique and beautiful formations due to water erosion and weathering. Visitors can admire the Buddha statue, unicorn, and lion-shaped stalactites found within the cave.

The most beautiful stalactite system, with many strange shapes

Referring to Phong Nha cave, it is impossible not to mention the unique shaped natural rocks. Due to their close resemblance to some familiar images, people have named these rocks according to their shapes such as "Buddha Statue", "Royal Palace", "Unicorn", "Lion",...

The cave has the longest and most beautiful underground river

Phong Nha Cave in Quang Binh is home to the world's longest underground river, stretching approximately 1500m. Visitors often choose kayaks to explore the cave's waterways.

The dry cave is the biggest and most stunning

As visitors go through the underground water cave, they can enjoy the beautiful scenery that's like a landscape painting. Eventually, they'll reach a dry cave that has a system of magnificent, shimmering stalactites in every corner. Walking along the pre-arranged wooden bridge corridor, they'll be able to see colorful stalactites with different shapes shimmering in front of their eyes.

How to get to Phong Nha Cave?

If you're planning to go to Phong Nha Cave in Quang Binh from Dong Hoi city, you have a few options for transportation. The cave is located about 45km from Dong Hoi, and the journey takes around 50 minutes. Here are your options:

• Car: Renting a car or choosing shuttle services is the most comfortable and convenient way to get from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha Cave.
• Motorbike: You can rent a motorbike or ride your own if you prefer. As the distance between Dong Hoi and Phong Nha is not too far, you can enjoy the scenery along the way without worrying about your health.
• Bus: There are many bus routes available from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha at different times of the day, so it's easy to travel to the Phong Nha tourist center by bus.

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Destinations around Phong Nha Cave

Paradise Cave

Located in the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park complex, Thien Duong Cave is only about 23-25km away from Phong Nha Cave. Visitors can easily visit Thien Duong Cave after visiting Phong Nha without spending too much time. This cave is considered by the cave exploration organization to be the longest dry cave in Asia, with a length of 31.4km. There are two types of tours available to explore Thien Duong Cave: Basic Tour (1km) and Expedition Tour (4km or 7km depending on weather conditions).

Chay River - Dark Cave

Visitors to Chay River can experience ziplining on the river and then immerse themselves in the cool water or kayak slowly to admire the scenery on the river. Additionally, exploring Dark Cave to experience stalactites in the dark is also an experience worth trying when visiting Phong Nha cave area in Quang Binh.

Mooc Spring

Visitors to Phong Nha cave area in Quang Binh cannot miss Nuoc Mooc Stream to enjoy the wildness, freshness, and peace of this stream. Nuoc Mooc Stream is like a muse in the middle of a pristine National Park. When viewed from above, the stream appears to cool an entire limestone mountain forest.

Hava Valley

Hava Valley, known as “Hava the Jade Valley,” is not only an ideal destination for those who want to experience natural beauty but also a place that offers unique and exciting travel experiences.

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