About Paradise Cave (Thien Duong Cave)
Paradise Cave (Thien Duong Cave) is a major dry cave inside Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Son Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Tri Province. Discovered in 2005 and opened to visitors in 2010, it extends 31.4 km and is regarded as the longest dry cave in Asia. The cave is noted for extensive stalactite and stalagmite formations, a 1 km wooden walkway for visitors, and its location within the UNESCO World Heritage national park.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large dry cave accessed via an electric buggy transfer and a climb of about 360 steps to the entrance. Inside, a 1 km wooden boardwalk leads through vast chambers with stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones and columns illuminated for viewing. The cave interior is cool at around 20-21°C. The surrounding area is forested karst mountain within Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Guided tours and self-guided walks along the designated path are available.
Key highlights
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31.4 km long dry cave, considered the longest dry cave in Asia
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1 km wooden boardwalk through illuminated chambers with stalactites and stalagmites
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Located inside Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Electric buggy service from ticket office to near cave entrance
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Large chambers up to 72m high and 150m wide
History of Paradise Cave (Thien Duong Cave)
First found in 2005 by local resident Ho Khanh, then surveyed by the British Cave Research Association which measured 31.4 km in length. The cave was developed for tourism and officially opened to visitors on September 3, 2010.
Culture & Context
Located within Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003 for its karst geomorphology and biodiversity, contributing to the region's significance for nature-based tourism
Route
| By air | Via Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) about 75 km away, then road transfer to Phong Nha |
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