
🌎 Vietnam 🇻🇳
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📍 Paradise Cave
✈️ Vinh Airport (VII)
🚗 214.7 KM
⏱️ 3 hours, 16 minutes
Paradise Cave, nestled within Vietnam's Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, offers an awe-inspiring exploration of magnificent limestone formations. Accessibility involves an electric shuttle ride from the park entrance to the base of a hill, followed by a climb of approximately 500 steps or a winding path to the cave entrance; inside, a sturdy wooden walkway ensures easy navigation for the main tourist route. Visitors can explore independently, with no mandatory guide for the standard path, although longer, deeper excursions require a licensed guide and permit. The dry season (April to August) is ideal for visits, avoiding heavy rains and potential disruptions. Expect an approximate cost of 250,000 VND for entry plus shared electric cart fees, totaling around $15-20 USD per person for park-related costs. A typical visit to the illuminated 1-kilometer public section lasts 1.5 to 2.5 hours, and comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended to fully enjoy this spectacular natural wonder.