Phong Nha & Dark Cave - Full-Day All-Inclusive Tour
At a glance
Phong Nha & Dark Cave - Full-Day All-Inclusive Tour is a 1 day guided tour visiting Phong Nha Cave, from $75 per person. Groups are capped at 15 guests. Highlights: Dragonboat ride to Phong Nha, Flexible small-group departures and Expert English-speaking guide. Book online at GoVietTour — pay now or pay later after confirmation.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Destinations
- Phong Nha Cave
- From
- $75 / person
- Group size
- Max 15 guests
- Difficulty
- easy
Prices and availability last checked on July 17, 2026.
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Tour Highlights
Overview
Get your heart racing on this all-inclusive small-group day tour through Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, with convenient pickup from either Dong Hoi City or Phong Nha Village — whichever suits you best. You'll pair the thrilling Dark Cave — famous for its zip-line, natural mud bath, and kayaking on an underground river — with the stunning rock formations of Phong Nha Cave, reached by traditional dragonboat. A hearty local lunch is included to keep you energized throughout your day of adventure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day-by-day breakdown of your adventure.
Pickup: 07:45–08:20 from your hotel or the train station in Dong Hoi City, or 08:50–09:15 from your accommodation in Phong Nha center if you're joining from there.
Dark Cave (Hang Toi): Get ready for adventure at one of the region's most exciting caves. After a thrilling zip-line across the river and a swim to the cave entrance, you'll wade inside to enjoy a natural mud bath, then kayak on the underground river back out (approx. 2 hours). Bring swimwear and a change of clothes.
12:30 Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese meal at a local restaurant in Phong Nha village. Vegetarian options are available — please let us know in advance about any dietary needs.
13:30 Phong Nha Cave: Glide along an underground river aboard a traditional dragonboat for around 25 minutes, then continue about 300 meters on foot to admire the cave's remarkable rock formations, known by evocative names such as the Lion, the Fairy Caves, the Royal Court, and the Buddha, before returning by boat.
17:00 Return: Drop-off at your hotel in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha Village, or at Dong Hoi airport.
Please note: your exact itinerary depends on the option you choose. You'll visit two caves in one day, with three options available: 1) Phong Nha Cave – Paradise Cave, 2) Paradise Cave – Dark Cave, or 3) Dark Cave – Phong Nha Cave.
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Frequently asked questions
About Phong Nha & Dark Cave - Full-Day All-Inclusive Tour.
What is the day's schedule?
Pickup is 7:45-8:20 AM from your hotel or the train station in Dong Hoi City, or 8:50-9:15 AM from your accommodation in Phong Nha center. You'll spend about 2 hours at the Dark Cave (zip-line, swim, mud bath, kayak), have a Vietnamese lunch at 12:30, visit Phong Nha Cave by dragonboat at 1:30 PM, and be dropped off around 5:00 PM in Dong Hoi, Phong Nha Village, or at Dong Hoi airport.
Which caves will I actually visit?
Two caves in one day, with three options: 1) Phong Nha Cave + Paradise Cave, 2) Paradise Cave + Dark Cave, or 3) Dark Cave + Phong Nha Cave. Your exact itinerary depends on the option you choose.
What should I bring for the Dark Cave?
The Dark Cave involves zip-lining, swimming, a mud bath, and kayaking, so you'll get wet. Please bring swimwear, a change of clothes, and a towel. Lockers are available for your belongings, and life jackets and helmets are provided.
Where does the tour pick up from?
Free pickup from your hotel or the train station in Dong Hoi City between 7:45 and 8:20 AM, or from your accommodation in Phong Nha center between 8:50 and 9:15 AM; pickup from Dong Hoi Airport and Dong Hoi Railway Station is also available. Pickups outside the designated area carry an additional surcharge.
Is vegetarian food available for lunch?
Yes, a vegetarian option is available for the Vietnamese lunch at the local restaurant. Please let us know in advance about any dietary restrictions and we'll do our best to accommodate you.
How much do children pay?
Children between 1 m and 1.3 m tall pay the child's price; children above 1.3 m pay the adult price. The tour is listed as suitable for ages 1 to 80.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before the start time; less than 24 hours before, there is no refund and changes are not accepted. If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Do I pay when I book?
You can book online and pay now or later — the team confirms your booking and coordinates payment by email or WhatsApp. Confirmation is received at the time of booking.