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Jul 21, 2023
By Ms. Minh Thu
If you are a person who likes to visit and admire the beauty of natural wonders, Phong Nha cave Quang Binh is definitely a great choice. Vietnam Escape Tours invites you to read the article below to learn about Phong Nha Ke Bang travel experiences. You will know interesting facts about the cave as well as experiences and advice to have the most complete trip.
The cave has a really symbolic name, which is "Phong Nha". "Phong" means "winds", "Nha" means
"teeth". Because drooping stalagmites at the mouth of the cave always welcome winds in and out of the cave, which associates that winds flow through teeth, so the locals chose "Phong Nha" to name the cave.
Phong Nha Cave, along with many other caves, is located in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park. Phong Nha Cave Quang Binh is dubbed the first and foremost cave to visit in Vietnam since this has been utilized as a tourist destination.
1. The longest water cave (Vom Cave-28km)
When you get to Phong Nha Ke Bang, you'll be astounded by Hang Vom, the longest water cave in the world, measuring up to 28 kilometers in length. The Vom cave system, which runs from south to north in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang limestone block, begins with the Ruc Ca Roong cave, which is located at an elevation of around 360 meters above sea level.
2. The highest and widest cave entrance
Boats may easily pass through the cave's mouth, which has a width of up to 20–25 meters and a height of 10 meters and resembles a large bowl turned upside down on the water. When the boat glides along the river as smoothly and clearly as a mirror, gently descending into darkness and uncovering mysteries, this is also the intersection of light.
The entrance to Phong Nha Cave Quang Binh
3.The most stunning broad beach with rocks and sand
The reefs in the cave are naturally shaped like lions, unicorns, Buddha statues, palaces, etc.
4. The most beautiful underground lake
The underground lake with deep blue water, length up to 13,969m is a charming point when traveling to Phong Nha cave Quang Binh. Here, visitors can experience rowing boats to leisurely see the fairy world in front of their eyes.
The most beautiful underground lake
5. The most magnificent and magical stalactites
This location not only has stunning reefs and underground lakes, but it also leaves many people in awe of the majestic and fantastical scene of the vast stalactite system. Innumerable weird and fascinating images are painted in numerous masterpieces by the marvelous hand of nature.
6. The longest underground river in Vietnam (13,969 m)
The underground river in the cave has a length of up to 1,500m, which is a journey where visitors will discover the magnificent and unspoiled beauty, witness firsthand the magical scenery when the magical shimmering light blends in. mixed with darkness.
The longest underground river in Vietnam
7. The largest and most beautiful dry cave.
Visiting Thien Duong cave with a length of 31.4m, you can follow the wooden corridor arranged at the break point to admire the magnificent stalactite system here. The deeper you go inside, the more adventurers have the opportunity to personally discover what a masterpiece of nature is, looking at each stalagmite, rock breast with a variety of designs and sparkling colors. private.
Located in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, Phong Nha Cave Quang Binh is about 45 kilometers northwest of Dong Hoi City in Son Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province.
To travel to Phong Nha Ke Bang, first, depending on the starting location, you can choose between means of transport such as airplanes (for teams in big cities with long distances, or requests to save money). time), or passenger cars, self-driving cars... to move to Dong Hoi city. Then, you can hire a cab and travel 45 km northwest along Highway 16 to the Son River, which is located in the Bo Trach district and Son Trach commune in Quang Binh province.
If you come here by car, you can park your car in parking lots along the river, or send it to people's houses, then travel by boat to cross Son River for around 30 minutes to reach Phong Nha cave.
If you have prepared for yourself a resort tour in Quang Binh, or carry bulky luggage, you should book a room and visit Melia Vinpearl Quang Binh located on Quach Xuan Ky street, Dong Hoi city, to store away your belongings. , making the upcoming journey to discover unspoiled nature more gentle and comfortable.
Experience sitting on tenders
This is a vehicle taking you to every corner of the cave. The tender can hold up to 15 people, with a sun shield to avoid the sunlight. You will have to put on a life jacket to protect yourself. Sitting on the tender, you can see the jade-green water which is cool and fresh all year round. You can drop your hand in the water to feel the fresh water, listen to the water running under the tender’s bottom and set your mind relaxed.
Tourists experience sitting on tenders
Admire the gorgeous beauty
The stalactites in the cave are created by nature with many different shapes such as lions, unicorns, Buddha statues, palaces,... is one of the unique features, making visitors curious to predict correctly. The scenery is even more majestic when the light illuminates every edge of the stones, creating a fanciful space as if this is land of fairies.
Admire the gorgeous beauty
Taking photos
When the tender touches the land and stops, you can leave it and head to the magnificent stone walls ahead. Here, you are allowed to take photos with the stalactites. If you can find a hole on the wall, you can even climb onto that to have memorable pictures. Colorful light systems are also set up to meet tourists’ need for taking selfies or filming videos. Taking photos in the cave with the dim colorful lights will bring about pretty photos with a vibe different from ones you take outside the cave.
Kayaking
Kayaking is a must for tourists to explore caves. This activity is interesting because you will learn how to cooperate with your partner and kayak simultaneously. Kayaking is not too difficult, anyone can learn in just a few minutes under staff's instructions. Nevertheless, you shouldn't kayak too long to avoid any exhaust.
Tourists experience kayaking at Phong Nha Cave Quang Binh
The best time to visit Phong Nha Ke Bang cave Quang Binh is in the dry season from April to August every year. This is the time when the cave door is exposed, making it easy for us to visit, in other months due to the weather characteristics, prolonged rain and flood, the shop is flooded, so it is impossible to visit.
If you plan to travel to Phong Nha Ke Bang, you should refer to booking air tickets and booking hotels about a week in advance, especially during the tourist season to limit the situation of sold out tickets and rooms.
A hat, a suncoat, and suncream are needed for the trip if you want to avoid getting sunburnt.
Because the light in the cave may not be enough, you should bring with you a light to take clear pictures.
In addition, for those who have a weak body and are prone to diseases due to weather changes, it is necessary to bring common medicines to avoid affecting their trip.
These interesting features are the reason why Phong Nha Cave Quang Binh is always one of the most attractive destinations in the hearts of believers who love to explore. This place always leaves surprises, impressions, and interests for travelers. So if you have a chance to travel to Vietnam, please add this place to your destination list.
