As for the
geographical and climatic features, along with the formation of resident
community in the process of social development over the time, Quang Binh has possessed
a system of attractive and diverse natural tourist values. The province is captivating a large number of
tourists in Vietnam travel, especially who adore
adventuring caves in Quang Binh. At present, the
most famous cave in the province is Son Doong Cave which is praised widely
around the world for its outstanding beauty and values. Yet, the expenses to
explore the cave is not suitable to ordinary travelers. Therefore, there are
some alternative caves in Phong Nha Ke Bang tours
to satisfy the adventuring desire of these travelers that suggested by AloTrip
as follows.
Phong Nha Cave
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| Phong Nha Cave |
Phong Nha Cave is located in the
limestone area of Ke Bang in Son Trach Commune, Bo Trach District of Quang Binh
Province. It is about 50km to the Northwest of Dong Hoi City. Phong Nha Cave is
dubbed as the second best cave in Vietnam. It is protected by tropical jungles. From Son
River, it takes about 30 minutes to approach Phong Nha Cave. With the length of
7,729 meters, the depth of 83 meters, and the height of 50 meters, along with
many smaller caves such as Bi Ki Cave, Tien Cave, and Cung Dinh Cave. This is
the wet cave with waters running underground and featured stalactites. It is
said that these stalactites make the featured characteristics of Phong Nha
Cave.
Tien Son Cave
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| Stalagmites-Tien Son Cave |
Tien Son Cave
(also known as Dry Cave) is one of the most magnificent caves in Phong Nha - Ke Bang tourist complex. Road to Tien Son
winds over halfway up the mountain. Tien Son Cave entrance is about 1,000m from
Phong Nha Cave on the height of 200m. The entrance of Tien Son Cave is about
1,000 meters from Phong Nha Cave's entrance. Tien Son Cave was discovered in
1935. Initially, the cave was called Tien Cave (Fairy Cave) as its mysterious
and fairy beauty. And, Phong Nha is the wet cave, while Tien Son is dry cave. The length of
Tien Son Cave is 980 meters. Despite of not connecting each other, Tien Son
Cave and Phong Nha Cave are parts of the entire cave system. Tien Son Cave is
regarded as the castle of stalactites with thousands of colorful stalactites.
Paradise Cave
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| Wooden staircases |
Dubbed the
"underground palace", Paradise Cave is one of the most magnificent
and fanciful wonders over the world. Thien Duong Cave lies in the heart of the
World Natural Wonder - Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park.
The cave belongs to ancient karst terrain dated back 350 - 400 million years
ago. Paradise Cave is situated in Km 16, far about 4km from the edge of
the west branch of Ho Chi Minh trail in Son Trach commune, Bo Trach district,
Quang Binh province. It is far about 70 km from tyhe Dong Hoi city center to
the northwest. Thien Duong Cave is about 25km from Phong Nha Cave. It is
convenient to travel between two caves.
Dark Cave
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| Son River |
Dark Cave was
discovered for a long time ago. During American resistance war, the cave used
to be the shelter of soldiers and locals. In 1992, the British Caving
Association surveyed, mapped, and measured Dark Cave with the length of 5,558m,
the depth of 80m, and the height of 50m. The Dark Cave has an outstanding
beauty. The appearance of Dark Cave does not match its name. The light from
outside enters the cave through stone cliffs, reflects on water surface. All
creates a wonderful picture of this cave. Travlers
in Vietnam tours to Quang Binh will have
Thuy Cung Cave
Thuy Cung Cave is one of most visited attractions
in Phong Nha Ke Bang. To reach Thuy Cung Cave,
travelers have to pass immense grass field to approach Dau Rai primitive jungle
with hundreds of big old trees. Then, walking to Tien Stream on backwards to
Nuoc Lan Cave, travelers reach the back entrance of Dark Cave. With specialized
devices provided by Phong Nha Ke Bang tourist center, travelers can easy to
explore over 500m of unspoiled Nuoc Lan Cave. After coming back the entrance,
travelers have a chance to enjoy the lunch with local dishes of wild
vegetables, grilled fish and meat... From Nuoc Lan Cave, travel walk to Thuy Cung Cave
where there is a stunning color of water. After one night camping at Thuy Cung
Cave, in the early morning, travelers have an opportunity to admire the dawn in
Sinh Ton Valley (Survival Valley) of more than 2000ha, surrounded by majestic
limestones, and vast primitive forest.
Tam Co Cave
Tam Co Cave is situated
in Tan Trach Commune of Bo Trach District in Quang Binh. It is about 55km from
Dong Hoi City to the northwest. The cave is the evidence of great contribution
of youth volunteers in American resistance war. The story of Tam Co Cave
(Eight Ladies Cave) is dolorous. Many tourists coming here and hearing about
the story of eight young female volunteers burst into tear when listening from
the tour guide.
Tu Lan Cave
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| Magnificent scenery |
Tu Lan Cave is
located in Tan Hoa village, Minh Hoa district, Quang Binh. Tu Lan Cave is about
70km from Phong Nha Cave to the northwest. Tu Lan has 08 smaller caves. It
was found in 2009. In 2012, more four vallyes were discovered. The system of Tu
Lan Cave includes the main cave - Tu Lan Cave and auxiliary caves, namely Song
Cave, Uoi Cave, Chuot (Mouse) Cave, Hung Ton Cave, Kim Cave, Tu Lan Cave, Ken
cave and To Mo Cave. The cave system of Tu Lan is still untouched and hides in itself
many secretes of the nature in the heart of limestones, underground river, and
endless waterfalls. To contemplate what the Mother of Nature created, tourists
have to pass rough routes and catch many difficulties. With the magical beauty
of stalactites and mysterious underground river, along with the pristine beauty
of forest, the scenery will be saved in mind once coming here.
Hang En Cave
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| Hang En Cave |
Coming to Phong
Nha Ke Bang National Park, tourists will have a chance to admire the majesty of
the third biggest cave in the world. More interestingly, the time to explore Hang En Cave is 2 days 1 night. Here is an ideal stopover
for those who love adventures but do not have much time. En Cave has a
total length of 1,645m with three entrances. Hang En Cave was voted as one of
the most spectacular caves in the world by National Geographic. The most
special feature of Hang En Cave is the separate ecosystem and climate, along
with a beautiful river, which will bring a unique experience to tourists.
Son Doong Cave
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| Son Doong Cave |
Son Doong Cave, located deeply in
Phong Nha Ka Bang National Park for millions of years, is the biggest cave in
the world. After being discovered in 2009, Son Doong Cave triggered the
curiosity of global tourists coming here to explore and admire. Son Doong Cave
has the length of about 5km, the height of 200m, and the wide of 150m. According to
Conde Nast Traveler, the cave can occupy a big house in Manhattan, US
equivalent to a 40-floor building. Inside the cave, there is a separate
ecosystem formed by the sunlight from ceiling holes and clouds. The stalagmites
in Son Doong Cave reach the height of nearly 80m. The lime stones sized
baseballs scatter throughout the cave floor. The spectacular underground
scenery shows that there are many beautiful landscapes in the world to
discovery.
There are several ways to travel to Quang Binh: by road, train, and plane.
At present, tourists can easily to take direct flights to Quang Binh from Hanoi
or Ho Chi Minh City, and then travel by road to Phong Nha Ke Bang. To seek
flights to Quang Binh, it is recommended to visit AloTrip official site (AloTrip.com)
for further information, not just about flights to Quang Binh, but also other
useful and up-to-date information about Vietnam tourism
such as visa and tours...
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