As one of the natural wonders recognized by UNESCO, Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park remains a hot spot for nature and adventure enthusiasts. So, why not plan your upcoming vacation to Quang Binh? A journey back to nature, immersing yourself in the serene mountain life, is a perfect escape!
Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Quang Binh. This natural wonder boasts diverse vegetation, limestone caves, and unique geological formations, promising thrilling adventures for all.
With an area spanning 200,000 hectares, navigating Phong Nha – Ke Bang can be daunting. But don’t worry—Danang Private Car is here to help with a comprehensive and detailed guide to exploring Phong Nha – Ke Bang from A to Z!
General introduction to Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park
Located in Quang Binh province and about 45km from Dong Hoi city center, Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park is one of the largest and most important conservation areas in the country. The garden is made up of two main areas: Phong Nha Cave – the first cave discovered here, and the majestic Ke Bang limestone mountain system.
Coming here, you will feel lost in a wild and mysterious world with more than 300 large and small caves; ancient rocky mountains with the age of hundreds of millions of years; underground river system, diverse flora and fauna; Unique and special ancient Champa culture, adventurous activities.
Possessing countless gifts of nature, Phong Nha – Ke Bang is recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage, becoming the dream destination of many domestic and foreign tourists.
Ideal time to travel Phong Nha – Ke Bang
As a province in the North Central region, Quang Binh is characterized by a relatively harsh tropical monsoon climate with rainy and dry seasons. Therefore, to have a discovery trip in the most beautiful season, you should come here in the period from April to the end of August. This is the time when Quang Binh is in the dry season, nature puts on a fresh green color, the weather is dry. Dry and sunny, convenient for trekking – exploring caves, sightseeing, boating,…
A small note is that you should avoid traveling to Quang Binh in the period of September – December, because this is the peak of the rainy season, prone to flooding and dangerous landslides. In addition, from January to March, the weather is more stable but the river water is still high, you will not be able to explore the water caves, especially Phong Nha cave.
Move to Quang Binh and Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park
Moving to Quang Binh
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Quang Binh is an attractive destination renowned for its rich cave systems and magnificent natural landscapes. Typically, international tourists travel to Quang Binh from Da Nang, one of the largest cities in Central Vietnam. After landing at Danang International Airport, travelers often choose convenient transportation such as private cars to reach Quang Binh. The journey from Da Nang to Quang Binh not only offers travelers beautiful scenic experiences but also provides an opportunity to explore prominent destinations like Phong Nha – Ke Bang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
With the private car service in Danang from DanangPrivateCar.com, your journey will become more enjoyable, featuring professional English-speaking drivers. Along the way, you can stop to visit famous tourist attractions such as Hai Van Pass, Lap An Lagoon, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge, the Imperial City, or the royal tombs in Hue. Book your private car trip from Da Nang to Quang Binh today!
Plane
It only takes 1 – 1.5 hours to travel from big cities, airplanes are always the preferred means of transport for tourists. Airfare to Dong Hoi airport costs about 500,000 – 800,000 VND/way and fluctuates another 200,000 – 500,000 VND during the peak tourist season.
Train
Located on the North – South railway system, Quang Binh has Dong Hoi station to serve the needs of traveling by train. With a ticket price from 200,000 VND/way purchased at Danang Private Car, the train to Quang Binh will take about 4 – 8 hours.
To save time, you should choose to depart in the evening to arrive in Quang Binh the next morning. Or if you want to enjoy the scenery, leaving early in the morning and getting off at Dong Hoi station in the early afternoon is also a good choice.
Coach
Large car network, many car companies from popular to high-end, soft prices, good service, … are the advantages that make passenger cars still popular with tourists. Currently, you can buy bus tickets at Danang Private Car for from 150,000 VND/way without having to go to the bus station or ticket office.
Moving to Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park
From Dong Hoi city, you need to travel another 45km to Phong Nha – Ke Bang with some popular means such as:
Bus
The advantage of the bus is that it is super cheap and easy to catch on the city center routes. To get to Phong Nha, you need to board bus B4 with a fare of 35,000 VND/way. However, because the bus system in Quang Binh is still not very developed, the number of seats is quite limited, the cars are old and not too comfortable.
Rent a motorbike or self-drive car
For those who like to experience natural roads and landscapes, private vehicles are the most suitable transportation option. You will start moving from the center to Phan Dinh Phung, then go along Highway 16 about 40km to Phong Nha – Ke Bang.
Motorbike rental :
Motorbike rental service in Quang Binh costs about 100,000 VND/day for digital cars and 150,000 VND/day for scooters. Some reputable car rental addresses you can refer to are:
- Motorbike Rental: 7 Phan Boi Chau, Dong My, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Mr. Tung’s shop: 7 Truong Phap, Dong My, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
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Self-drive car rental:
From 500,000 – 800,000 VND/day is the average car rental price bracket in Quang Binh, varying depending on the type of car and the number of seats. Suitable for large travel groups or families, renting a self-driving car is an economical and safe option. You can rent a self-driving car on Phong Nha Car Rental with a wide selection of vehicles, clear prices, guaranteed reputation, safe transactions and extremely thoughtful door-to-door delivery.
Quang Binh Hotel
For those who want to spend the whole trip to explore the Phong Nha – Ke Bang complex, staying at a nearby hotel will save a lot of time. However, if you are only visiting for the day, it is more feasible to book a hotel in Dong Hoi. Whatever your needs, Danang Private Car will bring super quality recommendations at Danang Private Car hotel booking feature.
Hotels near Phong Nha – Ke Bang
Accommodations near Phong Nha are mostly 1-2 star hotels, motels or homestays. For just under 500,000 VND/night, you have a comfortable, clean room with a beautiful mountain view. Compensating for the lack of high-class services or modern facilities, you will be completely immersed in heaven and earth, and breathe fresh air.
Son Doong Riverside
- Address: Ha Loi, Son Trach, Bo Trach, Quang Binh.
- Reference price: From 350,000 VND/night.
Star fruit Bungalow
- Address: Phong Nha, Son Trach, Bo Trach, Quang Binh.
- Reference price: 475,000 VND/night.
Phong Nha Coco Riverside
- Address: Phong Nha, Son Trach, Bo Trach, Quang Binh.
- Reference price: 385,000 VND/night.
Dong Hoi Hotels
The closer to the center, the more diverse the Quang Binh hotel system will be to satisfy all tastes from resort to luxury at a 5-star hotel, to an affordable place to stay, meeting the basic needs of rest.
Vinpearl Quang Binh
- Address: Quach Xuan Ky, Hai Dinh, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Reference price: From 1,800,000 VND/night.
Riverside Hotel – Quang Binh
- Address: 15 Truong Phap, Dong My, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Reference price: 850,000 VND/night.
Hoa Binh Hotel
- Address: 52 – 54 Ly Thuong Kiet, Dong My, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Reference price: 450,000 VND/night.
The beautiful tourist destinations of Phong Nha – Ke Bang “lost your soul”
Phong Nha Cave
Named “Thien Nam First Cave”, Phong Nha is the most typical scenic spot in the National Park. Going down the Son River with clear blue water, you will reach the mouth of the cave up to 10m high and start the journey to explore the nearly 8,000m long Quang Binh cave system with 12 large and small caves.
Going deep into the cave, visitors will not be surprised by the sparkling golden sands, green underground lakes, and especially the magnificent stalactite system like true masterpieces of art. From water caves to dry caves, every detail in Phong Nha cave is created by the hands of nature over hundreds and millions of years, like bringing you into a fairy scene.
Fare:
- Peak season (April to September): 150,000 VND/adult, children free.
- Low season: 120,000 VND/person, children free.
- Sightseeing boat: 550,000 VND/boat (12 seats).
Paradise Cave
Paradise Cave is the longest dry cave in Asia, stretching 31.4 km. It sits in the heart of an ancient limestone mountain range, surrounded by untouched forests. From the entrance, you will take a tram to the foot of the mountain. Then, climb 524 steps to reach the cave entrance. As you follow the wooden walkway inside, you will feel the cool air and see the stunning stalactites.
The lighting system highlights formations in many shapes. Some look like unicorn statues, Lien Hoa Tower, village houses, or terraced fields. At the end of the route, make sure to stop at “Gieng Troi,” where sunlight shines through the cave. This magical sight is why the cave is called Paradise.
Fare:
- High season (from April to September): 250,000 VND/adult, 125,000 VND/child.
- Low season: 200,000 VND/adult, 100,000 VND/child.
Botanical Garden
Covering more than 40 hectares, the Botanical Garden is a primeval forest with a diverse ecosystem. It is also an important conservation area that you should not miss when visiting Phong Nha – Ke Bang.
Wear a good pair of climbing shoes. You will be ready for a short trekking trip. Some favorite check-in spots include Gio Waterfall, Vang Anh Lake, the seedling nursery, the rare tree planting zone, and the animal care area.
Also, make sure to visit the specimen galleries. Here, you can see rare and valuable plants and animals that are being carefully preserved.
Ticket price: 40,000 VND/adult and 20,000 VND/child from 1.1m and up.
Ozo . Park
Built right in the national park, Ozo is an ecological park with the most spectacular tree game system in Vietnam. Here, visitors can walk across wooden bridges in the heart of the pristine primeval forest, relax in the green space, and enjoy playing in the cool Ozo stream.
Of course, how can you skip the thrill rides in the trees; challenge kayaking, sup, or even more exciting, canoeing down the 999m waterfall!
Fare:
- Package 1 (visit + tree and water games + mountain bike): 200,000 VND/adult and 100,000 VND/child from 1m and up.
- Package 2 (package 1 + challenge down 999m Ozo stream within 1 hour + shuttle bus to the park: 450,000 VND/person (only for people with height from 1.4m and above).
Mooc Spring Resort
Suoi Nuoc Mooc tourist area lies in the middle of a green valley by the Chay River. It is surrounded by high limestone mountains. When visiting, you can enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. You can also join fun water activities such as boating, fishing, swinging, and swimming in the clear stream.
While exploring, remember to take some great photos with the amazing natural background. The scenery here will make your pictures stand out and impress your friends.
Fare:
- Ticket price: 65,000 VND/adult and 35,000 VND/child from 1.1m tall.
- Package ticket price (including fun activities): 110,000 VND/adult and 70,000 VND/child from 1.1m tall.
What to eat when traveling to Phong Nha – Ke Bang?
Filter pie
Different from Hue’s specialties, Quang Binh filter pie has a fresh tapioca crust. The filling can be shrimp, pork, wood ear mushrooms, or green beans. When the cake is taken out of the steamer, it smells sweet. The crust is clear, soft, and slightly chewy. It is served with spicy chili fish sauce for the best taste.
In Quang Binh, there are three popular types to try: leaf-wrapped filter cake, bare filter cake served with bamboo shoots, and deep-fried filter cake.
Grilled chicken with salt and pepper
This is a familiar dish in Phong Nha restaurants. The chicken is cooked in a simple way but still impresses many visitors. The chicken must be free-range, small, and firm. It is grilled flat until the skin turns golden and crispy. The meat stays juicy inside.
What makes the flavor special is the salt mixture. It is made from basil, lime leaves, green pepper, green chili, and fine salt. Tear a piece of chicken, enjoy it with sticky rice, and dip it into the spicy salt. It makes a delicious and satisfying meal.
Chop and shovel rice paper
As a small mussel found where brackish water meets fresh water, the great-grandson has become a unique dish in Quang Binh. After being caught, it is washed many times to remove sand. Then it is boiled, and the meat is taken out. The finely chopped meat is stir-fried with onions and seasoned well. Take a bite with crispy rice paper. You will taste the spicy chili, the crunchy rice paper, the rich meat, and the fragrant roasted sesame. All the flavors blend perfectly.
You can enjoy these specialties at the restaurants in Phong Nha below with prices from 50,000 – 200,000 VND/dish:
- Tuan Ngoc restaurant: Xuan Tien, Son Trach, Bo Trach, Quang Binh.
- Riverside Restaurant: Located in the main street of the National Park.
- A Vietnam Corner Restaurant: Located right in the tourist area of the National Park.
These are typical dishes in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park. In addition, you should not miss other special dishes when visiting Quang Binh. You can refer to the list of Quang Binh dishes through the article ” 10 delicious Quang Binh dishes that are both cheap and addicted to suggestions from Danang Private Car Wallet “.
Some notes when exploring Phong Nha – Ke Bang
- You should dress as comfortable as possible, wear sneakers and don’t forget a hat, bug spray and sunscreen.
- When participating in water activities, make sure to wear a full life jacket and follow the rules at the amusement park.
- Fully charge phone and camera batteries, equip waterproof bags for electronic devices to be able to capture beautiful moments of Phong Nha nature.
Conclusion
Quang Binh is not as harsh or boring as many people think. When you visit Phong Nha – Ke Bang, you can explore the mysterious beauty of green forests. This trip will help you appreciate the true wonders of nature. Book your tickets now with Danang Private Car’s and get ready for your adventure!
