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Phong Nha-Ke BangNational Park

In Quang Binh Provincein the north central coast region, about 500
km south of Hanoi lies a breathtaking natural wonder and the home of the largest cave
in the world. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2003, the remarkable Phong
Nha-Ke Bang National Park was created to protect one of the world’s largest karst
regions with +300 caves, grottoes and the limestone forest ecosystem of the Annamite
Range region.
The park derives its name from Phong Nha Cave, which contains many fascinating rock
formations, and Ke Bang forest. Phong Nha literally means “wind and teeth” and Ke
Bang describes the flora and fauna of the rainforest.
The caves are the region’s highlights, but the park has no lack of above ground
attractions. Spend a few days here to do some forest trekking, zip-lining, kayaking, and
cycling. There’s also much to learn about the rich natural, cultural and war history of
the area.
Son Trach village is the hub of the area, with many places to enjoy a cup of coffee, a
drink, or a delicious meal. The village has tons of accommodation options and transport
links to other parts of central Vietnam.
Phong Nha has become renowned as one of the most beautiful and interesting areas
of Vietnam. The most famous and developed caves in this area see up to 5000 tourists
per day in high season.
This paradise of cavernous mountains crowned by deep jungle is a part of Vietnam that
you won’t want to miss.

Son Trach Village
Right next to the center of the national park lies Son Trach village. It has seen an incredible boom in the last 3 years and there are
plenty of growth and construction projects to serve the increasing number of curious explorers from all around the globe.
This 3000 person village hosts many modern and well equipped accommodations to welcome guests of all ages and abilities. The
choices of transport, eateries, accommodation and tours are abundant. Son Trach village is accessible by tourist buses from the
main tourist destinations all over the Vietnam and there are also local buses (Number B4) with a direct connection to Dong Hoi.
Dong Hoi can be reached by domestic airplanes, trains or buses.
The climate is tropical and the annual average temperature is 24°C. The highest temperature is in June, July and August, with
temperatures above 28°C and the coldest months, from December to February see an average temperature of 18°C. Phong Nha-
Ke Bang is located in an area of high rainfall with the rainy season lasting from July to December. The highest amount of rainfall
occurs in September, October and November. The dry season is from January to June and the lowest rainfall is in February and
March.
The most comfortable time to come here would be from March to August, but you can visit the beauty of this place all year round.

Tours Overview
RUC MON
ADVENTURE
This trip leads you through dense jungle to enjoy outdoor activities on a lake, swim inside
one of the biggest caves in the world and be a real caving explorer. More swimming and
trekking, but less climbing than in the Ruc Mon Experience Tour.
RUC MON
EXPERIENCE
Have you ever wondered what climbing up 200m underground feels like? Now you can
get the unique experience and views. You’ll need to swim and hike to get through the 4
levels of the magical halls of Ruc Mon Cave.
RUC MON
EXPEDITION
This 2 day | 1 night tour contains everything this newly discovered cave has to offer…so far!
Get the ADVENTURE and EXPERIENCE tour together with an authentic overnight stay in
a village. No tour offers more variety and time inside of the cave than the EXPEDITION.
PHONG NHA CAVE
& PARADISE CAVE
The classic Phong Nha tour. See the cave that gave its name to the national
park while sitting relaxed in a boat. Visit the monkeys and the waterfall in the
botanical garden and walk through one of the longest caves in the world,
Paradise Cave.
PARADISE CAVE
& DARK CAVE
Visit the “Underground Palace” of the Paradise Cave and have a mud bath in
the Dark Cave. Take the zip line to get there and then kayak to come back.
You’ll get wet, muddy and happy.
BONG LAI VALLEY&
PHONG NHA CAVE
Cycle through the karst mountains, through plantations and farms, meet
locals and enjoy delicious food. In the afternoon take a boat into Phong Nha
Cave and explore its “sandy beach” by beach to get a closer look at its out of
this world rock formations.

RUC MON CAVE
Become an explorer...
Set in the lush jungles of Quang Binh province, which was used as a location for the 2017 film,
“Kong: Skull Island”, this natural wonder was discovered in 2016 and just recently opened up for
visitors and adventurous pioneers. What may be the 2nd largest cave in this area is approximately
17km long, and most of it is still undiscovered. Ruc Mon Cave has two entrances, each of which
offer different attractions.
Far from roaring boats and the masses, our guides will help you explore untouched jungles,
authentic minority villages, lakes, rivers and of course the dark magic inside Ruc Mon Cave. The
cave offers stunning views, impressive halls up to 250m high, rare formations, swimming areas and
climbing areas. A highly exclusive but all inclusive caving adventure!
There are various ways to experience this gigantic cave. For adrenaline junkies who want to get
wet, dirty, climb up and abseil the different levels inside, as well as for families, animal lovers,
hobby geologists and culture enthusiasts. All tours are supported by the local ethnic minorities who
will host us around Ruc Mon Cave.
Climb up to 200meters inside the cave!OFF THE BEATEN PATH

RUC MON Adventure JUNGLE TREKKING | SWIMMING | CAVING
This trip will take you through the deep jungle of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. We will take you up to the Da Deo Mountain
pass where you’ll get a beautiful view on the karst mountains. We will encounter an ethnic minority at the beautiful Yen Phu lake
with its immense diversity of animals. See the magnificent scenery chosen as a location for the recent film, “Kong: Skull Island”,
while you trek through the thick jungle until the mouth of the cave. At the entrance of the cave you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch
prepared by locals.
The mouth of this end of the Ruc Mon Cave (the cave has two entrances) is home to a blue lagoon, where the turquoise water
is inviting you to jump in. Discover the wonders of the cave and its creatures by swimming and wading through the crystal clear
water. On the way in we will be swimming against a light current but on the way out we’ll let the current take us a float out. There
will be some climbing and hiking, depending on the season.
After all those amazing experiences in the cave we will trek back slowly to Yen Phu Lake where a hot shower awaits. Time to
enjoy the green jungle and to contemplate about the day’s achievements, lessons and impressions before the van takes us
back to Phong Nha.
1.650.000₫/person
No hidden costs! Including
VAT and environmental /
entrance fees.
Swimming inside and outside of the cave
(optional). Some climbing. Jungle
trekking (10 km) and outside activities.
7:30 ~ 8.00 AM to 6:30 ~ 7.30 PM
Pick up and drop off at your hotel
2-20 guests
Difficulty level: Easy
+12 Minimum age: 12 years and up
• Helmet, headlight, life jacket, gloves, cave shoes and first
aid kid
• Professional tour guide and local assistance
• Lunch and snacks | vegetarian/vegan options
• Tea, coffee and water
• Dry box for phones and small cameras
• Swim suit
• Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty (long sleeved and
quick dry preferably)
• Change of clothes for after the tour
• Trekking boots | shoes for outside the cave
• Recommended: mosquito repellent, sunscreen,
sunglasses, hat, camera
What to bring:
1. Pick up at your accommodation.
2. Da Deo Mountain pass viewpoint.
3. Stop at Yen Phu Lake, shooting location of the
film “Kong: Skull Island”.
4. Jungle trekking, ~2 hours to the entrance of
RUC MON CAVE. Lunch served at the cave.
5. Caving, swimming, hiking ~3 hours.
6. Hike back to Yen Phu Village. Hot shower and
rice wine.
7. Pick up in the village and drop off at your
accomodtion.
Itinerary
We provide:
1.650.000₫/personPrice:

RUC MON Experience
On this trip we’re visiting the other side of Ruc Mon Cave, close to the Laotian border. After a stop at the Da Deo Mountain Pass
and a short hike through some peanut plantations we will meet people of the Chut ethnic minority for a cultural experience. Before
entering the cave we’ll share a locally made meal with our hosts (The Chut).
Swim through a subterranean river, through pools of soothing thermal water and depending on the season and the challenge you
seek, climb up to 200m above the river with the help of ropes and ladders to reach the most breathtaking views of rock formations
and big halls.
Experience the magic and mystery of real caving in what can possibly be the second largest cave in Phong Nha Ke Bang. This
cave is still quite new and unexplored so the chances of doing or discovering something new are quite high! So far the cave has
exceed each and every of our customer’s expectations.
After 3-4 hours of exploring all that the cave has to offer we’ll warm up in a Chut village. And finally you can share your amazing
experiences during drive back to Phong Nha.
JUNGLE TREKKING | SWIMMING | CAVING
1.650.000₫/person
Short swimming parts but more climbing.
Less jungle trekking than in Ruck Mon
Adventure Tour.
7:30 ~ 8:00 AM to 6:30 ~ 7:30 PM
2-20 guests
Difficulty level: Moderate
• Helmet, headlight, life jacket, special gloves, cave shoes
and first aid kid
• Professional english speaking tour guide and local guide
assistance
• Tea | coffee and water
• Swim suit
• Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty (long sleeved and
quick dry preferably)
2. Stop at Da Deo Mountain pass viewpoint.
3. Jungle trekking (~30min) to Chut village and
the entrance of the cave. Lunch at the cave.
Scenery of “Kong: Skull Island”.
4. Briefing, exploring and swimming (~2km)
inside the cave.
5. Climb up 4 levels (each level being 40 m)
inside the cave. Walk back to the mouth of
the cave.
6. Hike back to the Chut village. Warm up and
hot shower.
7. Pick up in the village and drop off at your
hotel in Phong Nha.
Itinerary
We provide:
What to bring:

RUC MON Expedition
This two day one night tour is perfectly designed for those adventurers who want to see how the local people live, explore caves
in the karst tower mountains, hike through the jungle and dine by a waterfall. You’ll get wet, you’ll get dirty, and you’ll make enough
memories for a lifetime!
Visit both cave entrances and explore further and longer than any other tour. The cave has been recently opened to the public, so
you may discover things no others have seen before! You will also spend time discovering the local customs and traditions of the
Chut people and learn about the hidden cavemen that lived in the cave until it got explored.
You will get the best out of the ADVENTURE and EXPERIENCE tours as well as a beautiful sunset and sunrise out of the heart of
the Phong Nha-Ke Bang national park. The jungle trek will lead you through authentic farm areas, little villages, thick jungle and
all set in the beauty of the mountains and the rivers.
JUNGLE TREKKING | SWIMMING | CAVING, 2 days 1 night
Combination of the Ruc Mon Adventure &
Experience tours. Stay overnight with a local
ethnic minority and enjoy the peaceful and
happy village life
8:00 ~ 8:45 AM to 5:00 ~ 5:30 PM the next day
2-20 guests
Difficulty level: Moderate
2. Da Deo Mountain pass viewpoint.
3. Scenery of “Kong: Skull Island”. Jungle
trekking (~30min) to Chut village and
the entrance of the cave. Lunch at the
cave. Briefing, exploring and swimming
(~2km) inside the cave.
4. Climb up 4 levels (each level being
40 m) inside the cave. Walk back to the
mouth of the cave.
5. Hike back to the Chut village. Warm
up and hot shower.
Day 1 itinerary

• Helmet, headlight, life jacket, special gloves,
cave shoes and first aid kid
• Professional english speaking tour guide and local
guide assistance
• Tea | coffee and water
• Swim suit
• Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
(long sleeved and quick dry preferably)
What to bring: We provide:
1. Enjoy the sunrise while breakfast is served. Jungle trek through
the national park, supported by porters.
2. Explore the 2nd mouth of the cave where we can rest & swim in
the turquoise lagoon. Lunch will be served.
3. Caving, swimming and hiking. First against the light current and
then floating back on the way out.
4. Hike through the jungle and river crossings to the Yen Phu Lake
and village.
5. Relax in the village and share time and experiences with locals.
6. Pick up in the village and drop off at your hotel in Phong Nha.
Day 2 itinerary

Your first stop is the Botanical Garden where you’ll get a Fabulous view of lush mountains, the Gio (Wind) Waterfall and Van Anh
Lake. You’ll also have the chance of visiting an animal rehabilitation center and an interpretive center. If you’re observant enough
you’ll even get a chance to spot some monkeys or other wild animals.
Prior to the discovery of Son Doong Cave, Paradise cave was regarded as the largest and longest cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang
National Park. After an easy walk up the mountain side, explore the cave along an elevated wooden platform. The wooden
platform extends into 1 km of the 31 km long cave. After all that caving enjoy a hearty meal and socialize with your group at a
restaurant.
Our driver then drops us off at the embarkation point for the boat that takes us on a scenic ride to the UNESCO World Heritage
Site Phong Nha Cave. It is nearly 8 kilometers long and contains 14 grottoes, as well as a 14 meter deep subterranean river.
Relax as the boat’s oarsmen gently propel you down the cave river while learning about it’s interesting natural and human history
told by our guide. You’ll then disembark on a sandy beach from where you can further explore the cave on foot. The boat then
takes us back to the van which brings you back to your hotel, with your mind and camera full of beautiful pictures of those natural
wonders.
Phong Nha and Paradise Cave JUNGLE TREKKING | CAVING
1.650.000₫/person
entrance fees.
Guided tour of the Botanical Garden, Paradise
Cave and Phong Nha Cave including all
transportation, park fees and lunch.
8:30 ~ 9:00 AM until 4:30 ~ 5:00 PM
2-20 guests
1. Pick up service at your
accommodation.
2. Walking tour through the Botanical
Garden and Gio Waterfall.
3. 20 minute hike up the mouth of
Paradise Cave and exploration.
4. Hike down and have lunch at a local
restaurant.
5. Sightseeing loop in the van, drop off
at the boat.
6. Explore Phong Nha Cave by boat
and then by foot.
7. Pick up in the village and drop off at
your hotel.
Itinerary
• Professional english speaking tour guide
• Lunch with vegetarian/vegan options
• Water
• All transportation
• Walking / hiking shoes

Paradise Cave and Dark Cave
Your first stop is the Botanical Garden where you’ll get a wonderful view of lush mountains, Gio (Wind) Waterfall and Van Anh
Lake. You’ll also have the chance of visiting an animal rehabilitation centre as well as learning even more from an interpretive
center. If you’re observant enough you’ll even get a chance to spot some Monkeys or other wild animals.
Prior to the discovery of Son Doong Cave, Paradise cave was regarded as the largest and longest cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang
National Park. After an easy walk up the mountain side, explore the cave along an elevated wooden platform. The wooden
platform extends into 1 km of the 31 km cave. After all that caving, enjoy a hearty meal and socialize at a restaurant.
Put on your swimsuit, your adventure gear (helmet, lights, life jacket) and get ready to zipline down 400 exhilirating meters to the
entrance of the cave. After a skin cleansing mud bath and some cave exploration, hop into a kayak and paddle out of the cave.
Once outside you can swim and jump in the water. Once sufficiently wet we’ll change into our dry clothes, have a drink (or two)
together and board the van that takes everyone back to the their hotel. This full day tour offers something for people of all abilities.
TREKKING | ZIP LINING SWIMMING | CAVING
1.650.000₫/person
entrance fees.
Botanical Garden, Paradise Cave, Dark Cave
including guides, transportation, lunch and all
park fees.
8:30 ~ 9.00 AM until 4:30 ~ 5:00 PM
2-20 guests
2. Walking tour through the
Botanical Garden and Gio Waterfall.
3. 20 minute hike up the mouth of
Paradise Cave and exploration.
4. Hike back to the van and have lunch
at the Dark Cave restaurant.
5. Briefing, gear up and zip line down
to the Dark Cave. Mud bath inside.
6. Kayaking, swimming and adventure
activities.
7. Sightseeing loop in the van and
drop off at your hotel.
Itinerary
• Water
• Adventure gear
• Towels
• Swimsuit

Bong Lai Valley and Phong Nha Cave
On this full day tour you’ll get around by bicycle and enjoy the quaint and equally impressive lush rice fields, rivers, karst mountains,
wild and semi-wild animals and everything else Bong Lai Valley has to offer. Watch local farmers and villagers go about their day
and learn about the daily life of the people of Phong Nha in the most close up and authentic way. We’ll be making many small
stops along the way so you can visit a banana plantation, a peanut plantation, pepper plantations, picturesque rivers and anything
else that interests you.
Then we leave the bikes behind, hop into a van and head to the emabarkation point for the boat that takes us for a scenic ride
to the Phong Nha Cave, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is nearly 8 kilometers long and contains 14 grottoes, as well as a 14
meter deep subterranean river.
Relax as the boat’s oarsmen gently propel you down the cave river while learning about it’s interesting natural and human history
told by our guide. You’ll then disembark on a sandy beach from where you can further explore the cave on foot. The boat then
takes you back to the van which brings you back to your hotel, with your mind and camera full of beautiful pictures of those natural
wonders.
1.650.000₫/person
entrance fees.
Cycling tour of Bong Lai Valley, lunch in a
local restaurant and boat tour into Phong Nha
Cave.
8:30 ~ 9.00 AM until 4:30 ~ 5:00 PM
2-20 guests
1. Pick up at your accommodation
in Phong Nha. Instructions and
adjustments of the bicycles.
2. Cycling tour to Bong Lai Valley
(~1.30 hours).
3. Sight seeing and encounter local
village culture.
4. Lunch in a local restaurant
5. Sightseeing loop in the van, drop off
at the boat.
6. Explore Phong Nha Cave by boat.
7. Pick up from the boat and drop off
at your hotel in Phong Nha.
Itinerary
• Water
• Adventure gear
• Towels
• Swimsuit

Design a Private TourIf you couldn’t find your ideal tour in here, please feel free to ask us for more. We are very happy to design a tour especially for
you. We can offer many more places to go, more sights to see and moments to experience. There are almost no limits here in
the big area of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
Get in touch with us ahead of time if you are a big group so we can arrange special transportation for you and keep your tour
private.
We welcome every suggestion and feedback.
PLEASE HELP US GROW.
Greenland Travel is family run, Vietnamese owned tour operator based in the town of Phong Nha. We offer a range of educational
and active small group sightseeing and adventure tours on single day or multi day expeditions all over Phong Nha Ke Bang
National Park. We design and adapt our trips continuously to respond to our guest’s specific needs. All of our staff are trained
professionals and our guides are experienced and adept english speakers.
Our philosophy is to provide authentic cultural experiences and showcase the beauty of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National park to
people from all over the world while maintaining a close and mutually beneficial partnership with local ethnic minorities. As Phong
Nha-Ke Bang National Park belongs to our children, we’re doing our best to maintain the area and operating our tours in an
environmentaly friendly way.
We’re looking forward to meeting you and to helping you to gain amazing memories and experiences.
About Us

ACCOMODATION
IN PHONG NHA
Green River Guest HouseGreen River Guesthouse and Restaurant is located along the riverside of Phong Nha
Ke-Bang. Every room comes with a private bathroom equipped with a shower for
your convenience.
Enjoy a meal, coffee or a drink at the outdoor restaurant/bar or order room service
and enjoy in the comfort of your room. Rent a free bike to explore the area or walk
around the village and check out some of the many bars and cafes.
This area is popular for hiking and outdoor activities. Many adventure tours are
offered from this location. The guest house is located a few minutes walk from central
Phong Nha.
• Breakfast
• Free bus station
shuttle
• Shuttle from/to
Dong Hoi
• Free & Fast WiFi
• Restaurant
• Wardrobe
• Free parking
• Flat screen TV
• Private bathroom
• Laundry services
• Mini refrigerator
• Free bicycle rental
• Pet-friendly
• Air-conditioned
• Restaurant
• Hot shower
• Complimentary
slippers/toiletries &
beverages
• 24 hour front desk
Services
Dorm 6 beds
Standard Twin 2 twin beds (2 persons)
Standard Double 1 full bed (2 persons)
Deluxe Fafmily 2 full beds (4 persons)

Garden House BungalowsGarden House Bungalows offers guests a sun terrace and views of the river as well
as homemade meals at the on-site restaurant.
All rooms include a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine and kettle.All rooms are equipped
with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower.
This area is popular for cycling and bicycles are available free of charge. Scooter
rental is also available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8 for a two-person trip.
• Breakfast included
• Free pickup service
from/to Phong Nha bus
station
• Pick up service
from/to Dong Hoi
• Free & Fast WiFi
• Restaurant
• Wardrobe
• Free parking
• Flat screen
• Private bathroom
• Laundry service
• Mini refrigerator
• Pet-friendly
• Air-conditioned
• Restaurant
• Hot water shower
• Complimentary
slippers/toiletries &
beverages
• 24H front desk
Services
Deluxe twin 1 full bed (1 person)
Deluxe double 2 twin beds (2 persons)
Triple with a view 3 twin beds (3 persons)
Deluxe queen 2 full beds (4 persons)
Services
Mini MansionThis bed and breakfast has one of the highest ratings in Phong Nha: 9.3! Guests can
enjoy a terrace as well as homemade meals at the restaurant inside. This bed and
breakfast is located next to tons of eateries, cafes, and bars.
Certain rooms include a sitting area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the
room. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Bike rental
and car rental available.
Couples like this location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
• Breakfast included
• Free pickup service
from/to Phong Nha bus
station
• Pick up service
from/to Dong Hoi
• WIFI
• Restaurant
• Wardrobe
• Free parking
• Flat screen TV
• Semi private
bathroom
• Laundry
• Pet-friendly
• Air-conditioning
• Restaurant
• Hot water shower
Dorm Single bed in shared room
Budget double Queensize bed (2 persons)
Double room Queensize bed + bathroom (2 persons)
Budget triple 3 Single beds (3 persons)
Triple room 3 Single beds + bathroom (3 persons)
Super double 2 Queensize beds + bathroom (4 persons)

greenlandphongnha@gmail.com
+84 91 4377266
www.greenlandtours.com.vn

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