Elephant Cave and Ma Da Valley Trek: Explore Jungles and Caves of Phong Nha Ke Bang
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12 Ratings
Experience the wonders of the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park on a trek through Elephant Cave and Ma Da Valley. Swim in crystal clear lakes and explore hidden caves for an unforgettable adventure.
Duration:
1 day
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park - 8:00
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Hotel pickup and transfer to Jungle Boss Headquarters.
8:30 -
Pre-trip meeting to discuss the itinerary, as well as park rules and guidelines.
8:45 -
Departure to Elephant Cave by vehicle
10.00 -
Arrival at the starting point for the trek and commencement of the hike through the forest to Elephant Cave
10:00 -
11:00 Exploration of Elephant Cave
12:00 -
Arrival at Ma Da Lake for a swim in the clear waters of Ma Da.
12:45 -
Barbecue lunch is served.
14:00 -
The trek to Tra Ang Cave begins.
15:00 -
Reaching Tra Ang Cave.
15:45 -
Swimming and exploration of the 600-meter-long Tra Ang Cave
16:30 -
Commencement of the return hike to Ho Chi Minh road.
17:00 -
Arrival at Ho Chi Minh road with refreshments provided.
17:30 - Return drive to Phong Nha and drop-off at your Phong Nha accommodations. Conclusion of the tour.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- All fees and taxes included
- Bottled water provided
Additional Information
Trek: 9km
Swim: 600m Tra-Ang & Crystal Lake (optional)
Fitness Level: Moderate
This trek is perfect for those with little hiking background but want to get a true jungle and cave experience. It begins deep in the jungle of Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Vietnam. You’ll take a short hike to the impressive Elephant Cave, then a walk through Ma Da Valley to the amazingly blue waters of Crystal Ma Da Lake. After lunch and swimming, you’ll continue trekking to Tra Ang Cave were everyone will gear up to swim into the furthest reaches of the cave.
If this sounds fun, but you would like a little more action or looking to sleep in the jungle checkout one of our 2 days 1 night trek
If you’re looking for something more challenging, but EXTREMELY rewarding and authentic click here to check out our Tiger Cave Series Adventure
Tour departs daily at 8 am and returns around 5:30 pm. Please book before 9pm the day before.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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John
Apr 23, 2024
Great day tour of phong nha region caves - Excellent tour of Phong Nha caves - the trekking was great. The walk is a little challenging if not fit but our group (ages 12 - 57) managed fine. The swim in the crystal lake was awesome and the final cave the highlight as we swam / floated through caverns in life jackets
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Louisanee
Feb 4, 2024
Amazing experience - The tour is quite sporty but it's worth it! We are surrounded by nature without meeting anyone, the landscapes are incredible. The guides are very attentive on the difficult paths and very kind
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Lana
Oct 13, 2023
A true jungle hike - This is a true jungle hike experience. We wore hard hats and full cover clothes for protection and lights in Elephant Cave, swam in a waterhole, scrambled up and down rocky mountains and viewed a river flowing through another cave. It’s the wet season and it rained a lot, making for difficult and tiring hiking in mud, and we couldn’t swim in Mada Cave because of the strong current. But a really rewarding experience.
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W6920paagatap
Oct 10, 2023
THAT WAS AMAZING - It was the best thing we experienced in our lives. The trip was prepared at the highest level, from the equipment to the routes and the knowledge of the guides. By the way, Layla, we love you, without you, your knowledge and great humor, it wouldn't be the same. WE DEFINITELY RECOMMEND ❤️
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Jopb898
Sep 11, 2023
Elephant cave and Mada valley AMAZING - Had an amazing day trip through the jungle and to 2 beautiful caves. Our guide Layla was the best guide ever, she was attentive and gave us good info about everything. She also made us feel safe the whole time. In this trip you go to 2 caves, one walking and one swimming. Both are very interesting to see and its really an experience.
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Littleblackraincloud
Aug 27, 2023
Amazing day. One of the best things we have ever done - WOW! What a trip. One of the best things I have ever done. Jungle Boss tours are amazing. Our guide was Ha and she was magnificent. The trip was so well organised from beginning to end. The trek was physically challenging at times (particularly in the heat). Our 12 and 14 year old children managed it and were ably supported by the team along the way. The food is fantastic. The lake is as picturesque as it comes.
Would highly recommend. Thank you to all involved especially Ha and her superb team.
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626dittef
Jul 16, 2023
Perfect balance of hike, caves, swim! - Great tour! Perfect balance of hike - both easy and challenging, caves, swimming. Lunch was great as well! We were wearing shorts, but everyone else long pants. Shorts were fine but watch out for poison ivy. A great guide (Lin)! Remember mosquitospray! Your shoes will get wet but you can borrow from Jungle Boss. I used my hiking sandals all way and it was fine. We were provided with towels. Remember af bagpack big enough for the extra shoes, towels, water, etc.
Awesome tour!
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R8062zyjoannal
Apr 8, 2023
Steamy jungle experience - highly recommended - Jumping into the aqua-blue lake, swimming into a pitch-black bat cave and the muddy jungle. Full day!
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Wouter678
Feb 19, 2023
Amazing and exciting! - This trek was truly amazing. Sarah, the guide and the porters guided and helped us on the way. The organisation was perfect as was the equipement. The trek was challenging, muddy and at times climbing steep rocks. The jungle was beautiful and the caves were exciting! Would totally recommend the trek.
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Canadian_travel44
Feb 13, 2023
A great trek and swim tour of amazing caves - A well organized trek. We were by far the oldest on the tour (early 60s) but did fine and enjoyed it immensely. There are several steep up and down parts, many involving sharp rocks which are slippery. The staff were very helpful to my wife to help her navigate the tricky parts. Two opportunities to swim and they were both fabulous. We also got fed a great lunch meal.
The highlight is a swim in ‘Dark Cave’ which is 300m out (and 300m back) and it’s awesome!!
Highly recommended but be prepared for some physical exertion.
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