Discovering caves in Vietnam is one of the most wonderful experiences for your Vietnam travel. It is great for you to know more about natural treasures and heritages in our country. That’s why we provide you with 9 well-known destinations to kick off your Vietnam cave tour.

In our blog, we will overview outstanding attractions in the best caves in Vietnam before you reach the final option of visiting Vietnamese caves. Don’t miss this article to have a good time for your trip.

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Son Doong Cave (Quang Binh) – The Largest Cave in The World

Location: Tan Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province
Best time to visit: January to the end of August
Cost: Up to 3,000 USD/person
Difficulty level: Challenging
Caution: Unexpected accidents (insect bites, floods, snake bites,…); be careful of darkness; trekking training courses; fitness preparation; a limited age range of 18 to 70.

Son Doong Cave is not only the biggest cave in Vietnam but also the largest cave in the world. In this cave, you have a chance to witness plenty of giant stalactites, impressive ecosystems, and especially primeval rain forests. This makes Son Doong Cave special, owing to its unique underground world.

With the outstanding attractions above, a lot of Indian visitors want to explore Son Doong Cave for interesting experiences. However, all of the relevant tours have been full in 2024. Thus, if you still try a Son Doong discovery, you can contact Oxalis – the sole company providing tours at this cave at least 1 year before your trip to get updated schedules.

Phong Nha Ke Bang Cave (Quang Binh) – One of the most famous caves in Vietnam

Location: Tan Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province
Best time to visit: March to August
Cost: 6 – 30 USD/person
Difficulty level: Moderate
Caution: Riding in darkness, trekking routes, bad weather, floods, landslides, and unexpected accidents.

Phong Nha Ke Bang is the sole system of caves in Vietnam, recognized as a world natural heritage, with over 400 caves of various lengths, sizes, and features. From our experiences, Phong Nha Cave is one of the most renowned destinations, covering the beauty of outstanding aesthetic and geological values. Additionally, it is known as the longest river and largest dry cave in Vietnam.

We highly recommend you take a boat to move along the Son River to easily reach its inside structure. It is also ideal to admire the magnificent view of stunning stalactites and formations on the way to Phong Nha Cave.

Mua Cave (Ninh Binh)

Location: Ninh Xuan commune, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh Province
Best time to visit: November and April
Cost: 5 – 10 USD/person
Difficulty level: Easy
Caution: Hiking activities, boat-renting fees, and the ideal to visit being in the early morning.

Mua Cave is featured as one of the best caves in the North of Vietnam for its special location in the center of Trang An Heritage. From the peak above, visitors have an opportunity to see stunning views of the Ngo Dong River, Ngoa Long Mountain, and especially water rice paddy fields. Along the ascent, you can visit some worship sites for a glimpse into Buddhist culture in Vietnam.

Paradise Cave (Quang Binh)

Location: Tan Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province
Best time to visit: April to late August
Cost: 5 – 24 USD/person
Difficulty level: Moderate
Caution: Relevant-climbing activities; unexpected weather; low-lighting areas; no littering and no vandalism; joining guided tours for instructions.

Paradise Cave is a large cave in Vietnam, belonging to the Phong Nha-Ke Bang cave system. This cave is renowned for such huge stalagmites, together with stalactites, creating such a stunning gift of nature. Moreover, visitors can also immerse themselves in the fascinating interplay of natural and human-made lights for interesting experiences.

Since its discovery, Paradise Cave has been known as the longest dry cave in Asia. That’s why this cave has become one of the popular destinations for both local and international visitors. We recommend you rent a boat to easily admire the Paradise Cave’s unique structure. However, if you want to explore the streams here, you need to take a kayak tour to ensure a safe journey.

Sung Sot Cave (Ha Long Bay)

Location: Bo Hon Island, Ha Long Bay, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province
Best time to visit: April to October or October to December
Cost: 12 – 21 USD/person
Difficulty level: Easy
Caution: Insect bites; rain showers; cold or extremely hot weather; relevant trekking and climbing activities.

Sung Sot Cave belongs to the cave system in Ha Long Bay, with an area of up to 10,000 sqm. This cave includes 2 main chambers, the first one called the “Waiting Room” and the second one namely “Serene Castle”. With both these sights, visitors have a chance to witness the beauty of rock formations, stalactites, stalagmites, and especially multicolored lights.

To reach this cave, you can select a canoe or cruise renting service. However, we consider that you should select itineraries of cruises to Ha Long Bay, including Sung Sot Cave. It is great for you to get more unforgettable memories of caves in Vietnam and save a lot of money.

Luon Cave (Ha Long Bay)

Location: Bo Hon Island, Ha Long Bay, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province
Best time to visit: April and June
Cost: 32 – 300 USD/person
Difficulty level: Moderate
Caution: Using kayak or dinghy services; and unexpected weather (rain, wind, waves,..); booking tours in advance for tourism reasons; no littering.

Although Luon Cave is not a large cave in Vietnam, it boasts the impressive beauty of geology and biodiversity, together with mysterious things. This cave is an arch-shaped entrance, connecting a tranquil lake situated on Bo Hon Island. From the four sides of the lake, you can see plenty of limestone mountain cliffs and green markings of plants.

If you want to discover the final point of Luon Cave, you should hire a kayak and a dinghy to enhance your journey’s safety. This can be explained that the ceiling of this cave is relatively low, thus; the cruise ship can not reach the inside lake. It is also a great chance for you to experience a new activity like kayaking.

Dau Go Cave (Ha Long Bay)

Location: Dau Go Island, Ha Long Bay, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province
Best time to visit: October to April
Cost: 28 – 30 USD/person
Difficulty level: Easy
Caution: Any accident (slips or falls); unexpected weather; narrow passages and uneven terrains; dim lighting areas; no littering; medical conditions and physical fitness.

Dau Go Cave is strongly connected with mysterious stories, which have been passed down orally to explain its appearance. That’s why it is one of the common caves in Vietnam that many Indian visitors select to discover these secrets and learn more about Vietnamese history.

Dau Go Cave is divided into 3 main compartments, each with a distinct beauty. However, the second “room” of this cave is an impressive place for you to experience. In this compartment, you can admire a magnificent picture with a variety of stone blocks blending the water flows. Additionally, colored light bulbs are also used to facilitate your journey.

Tu Lan Cave (Quang Binh)

Location: Tan Hoa Commune, Minh Hoa District, Quang Binh Province
Best time to visit: December to late August
Cost: Up to 242 USD/person
Difficulty level: Challenging
Caution: Trekking training courses; physical fitness; unexpected accidents (sickness; slips; falls; floods; insect bites;…); safe guidelines from tour guides; varied clothes for urgent situations; water and snacks.

Tu Lan Cave is a famous cave system in Vietnam, covering up to 10 different-sized caves. In this cave, you will have a chance to enjoy spectacular limestone formations, and underground rivers, formed over millions of years in Vietnam. It is also considered one of the most attractive pristine beauties that Tu Lan Cave brings to visitors.

With this cave tour, you can only book a sole adventure service from Oxalis agency for the best preparation. However, there have been huge visitors wanting to visit this cave; thus, remember to book a schedule in advance for at least a few months.

En Cave (Quang Binh)

Location: Tan Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province
Best time to visit: April to August
Cost: 6 – 25 USD/person
Difficulty level: Moderate
Caution: Physical exertions for various activities (climbing, trekking, or even swimming); safety guidelines from tour guide; local regulations; essential supplies (insect repellent; snacks; sunscreen; water,..)

En Cave is one of the best caves in Vietnam, renowned for its captivating beauty and stunning underground landscapes. You can see a variety of fauna and flora, spectacular stalactites, and limestone during your trip to this cave. Additionally, the interplay of light and darkness, together with the beauty of skylights can bring an enchanting feeling to you.

If you want to admire the surrounding landscape of En Cave, you can try to go camping overnight. It will surely be an interesting experience to immerse yourself in the night world of limestone cliffs, water sounds, and picturesque valleys.

Conclusion

Above is our blog about some of the most well-known caves in Vietnam. If you want to have more adventurous trips, we recommend you book for Son Doong and Tu Lan Cave tours. If not, you can consider the other caves for interesting and chilling feelings. Please refer to our Vietnam tour packages for further information about this topic.