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1 DAY
Daily Tour
12 people
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HANG TIEN 1-DAYDISCOVERY
The majestic cave known as Hang Tien,or “Fairy Cave”,haspreviously only been accessible on the Tu Lan Expedition. It isnow showcased as the star of our 1 day tour.This tour is designed for thosewith just a day to explorethe wildbutstill looking for an escape to the jungle along with adventure and ofcourse, a beautiful cave.Enter into Hang Tien where you’ll be taken away by the swirlingpatterns of limestone and rock. Rimstone pools, known as gours,also greet you at the entrance. You’ll explore different passages ofthis river cave and be in awe ofitsmassive ceiling and formations.TheHang Tien1-Day Discoveryis suitablefor both true adventurersand also those with limitedoutdoor experience. Come check out ourlongest day tour, and thenewest product of the season!Note: Unexpected changes on itinerary might happen due tothe weather conditions.
Duration: 1 Day (10 – 12 hours)
Adventure Level: Moderate for
physically active guests (8 km)
Availability: Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
(operates only from December to mid-September)
Group size: 2 – 12 pax
(minimum requirement of 2 persons to operate)
Minimum Age: 16 years old
Tour Starts: 07:00 am – 07:30 am from any local hotel in Phong Nha
Tour Ends: 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm at any local hotel in Phong Nha
Pick up will take place from 7:00 – 7:30 am from your local hotel in Phong Nha. From there the tour will head an hour and a half to Tan Hoa office, located 70 km from Phong Nha. The drive is beautiful, passing alongside jungle, fields and over the historic Da Deo pass. During the drive, you’ll also listen to a safety briefing led by your experienced tour guide.
Arrive at the office around 9:00 am where you’ll sign your Release Form, and collect equipment such as jungle boots, water bottles, lights, helmets, etc. You can leave your extra luggage at our office in the storage room.
At around 9:30 am, the group will take a drive over to the drop off point and start at the trailhead by 10:00 am. The trek begins with a hike through the forest over a hill. The last kilometer before the cave is very rocky with many boulders, as if the cave terrain has spilled out onto the landscape in front of it. You’ll enjoy a BBQ feast, including fresh pork and traditional spring roll wraps (vegetarian option available) before enter the spectacular cave. Around 12:30, you’ll start your exploration of the cave.
With formations rising up like a layer cake of rimstone pools and lush ferns, this cave is truly a unique specimen. As you explore, you’ll reach a small skylight in the cave, created from a shaft which spills sunlight from the cave’s entrance. Beyond the skylight will be a ladder leading to the second section of the cave. You’ll venture through this next section of the cave, known as the high chamber. The exit of the cave lies just ahead – you have conquered Hang Tien!
You’ll make your way back, and get a chance to take a dip in the natural jungle pool you passed on the way in. You’ll have time for a coffee, a quick swim, and to take some photos before making your return journey.
You will be collected at the pickup point and head back to Tan Hoa. A shower awaits you at the office before the van ride back to Phong Nha at 6:00 pm. The tour will finish around 7:30 pm in Phong Nha.
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