Hang En is the third largest cave in the world. Camp in the enormous cave entrance and explore the length of the cave including the cinematic exit that has featured in Hollywood films. This tour is for travelers who want to experience an enormous cave – but may not have time for Son Doong. The experience is particularly rewarding for photographers.
- Camp in the third largest cave in the world!
- Explore the gigantic exit – one of the most beautiful scenes in the national park.
- Trek through the jungle and traverse rivers.
- Tuck into freshly cooked meals during the journey, plus snacks.
- Two days exploring, one night camping.
- Available December to September.
- Daily tours December and January. Three to four tours per day February to September.
- Group size: 16 people maximum.
- Age: 16 years and above. 15 year olds with experience will be considered.
- Distance: 22km trekking, 3km caving, 450m elevation gain.
- Difficulty: Level 3 – moderate.
- Itinerary (below) is subject to change with the weather. Paths can be slippery and muddy after rain.
Itinerary
Due to the weather conditions the itinerary may need to be changed at short notice. The paths can be muddy and slippery after rain.
Day 1: Phong Nha - Ban Doong Village - Hang En
On Day 1, our tour bus will pick you up from your hotel in Phong Nha between 08:00 and 08:30 AM, for the drive to the Oxalis office. Here you will have a tour safety briefing, sign the release form and receive the required equipment for the tour.
The trek starts off with a steep downhill section, leading into the jungle. A short uphill section follows and then the final long and steep descent (rocky at times) to a small stream. Follow the small stream for half an hour with multiple crossings. Arrive at Ban Doong, a small minority village inside the national park. Enjoy a delicious lunch and learn about the village. A further 20 minutes will bring you to the main river and the Hang En river valley. The route to the cave follows the river, so there are constant river crossings and your shoes will get wet! The valley is broad and very beautiful. Arriving at the cave, you will enter the small river entrance and climb over a small rocky hill to camp, located in a huge chamber with a large entrance providing daylight and a stunning view. Enjoy a swim in your tent-side pool before a full dinner served by the porter team.
Day 2: Hang En - Phong Nha
The following morning climb the rocky hill behind the camp for photos and then follow the main river passage.
More river crossings, a small sandy hill, and a higher rocky hill will bring you to the incredible exit of Hang En. Make sure you have plenty of battery power for the many photos you will want to take. Return to camp via the river passage and enjoy lunch in the cave. Finally say goodbye to Hang En and head back up the river valley. Take a different route through the forest back to the road, although the hill back up will look familiar – a 450m ascent. Enjoy a cold drink before heading back to Phong Nha. Transfer to Phong Nha arriving at around 05:00 PM.
Adventure Level 3 · Moderate
- 2-day tour
- Moderate trekking (very rocky terrain for Tien tours)
- 22km of trekking including 3km of caving
- Total elevation gain: 450m
- Swimming in caves
- Rocky terrain, steep ascent, steep decent, multiple rivercrossings
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Preparations
Please visit our FAQ general page to read our specific What to Bring list before departing for Vietnam and your cave expedition.
WE WILL PROVIDE
- Camping gear: tent, camp light, sleeping bag, mattresses, pillow
- Caving & safety gear: caving helmet, caving headlight, gloves
- Dry bag (for clothing and personal belongings excl. electronics)
- Meals: picnic lunches, breakfast (day 2), dinner (day 1)
- Basic canvas trekking boots (only if you do not have your own pair) sizes 36 – 46
- Professional English-speaking tour guide and safety assistants
- Porter team to carry all camping gear and prepare all meals
- Shared dry box for phones and small cameras (limited availability for larger cameras)
- Water filter and purifier (used only by guide and porters)
- Basic camping facilities with eco-friendly compost toilet using western toilet seat
- First Aid Kit and Medical Rescue Equipment (application by guides and porters only)
- Secure Storage Facility at Oxalis Headquarters to store any luggage you will not be taking on the trek
YOU WILL NEED TO BRING
- 1 long (easy to dry) pants and 1 long sleeved shirt to wear during the trek (quick dry)
- 1 pair of shorts and t-shirt to wear at campsite plus your swim suit.
- 1 pair of trekking boots/shoes – difficult terrain, good footwear necessary
- 1 pair of flip flop (sandals) for campsite
- 1 sun hat in summer
- 1 medium size towel
- 1 change of clothes for after the tour
- 1 pair of calf-length densely woven socks (not ankle socks!)
- Medium size backpack (25 L) for your water bottle, personal belongings and provided caving helmet
- Personal items: mosquito repellent, sunglasses, hat, camera
Pricing and availability
Please choose your departure date using the calendar below to book your tour with us.
- This tour is operated from Dec to mid-Sept (closed from mid-Sept to Nov).
- The days in bold are still available
Whether you prefer long treks, camping in a cave, sleeping under the stars in the jungle, swimming underground in river caves, explore the huge dry caves or just taking an exploratory day trip, Oxalis Adventure Tours can provide the right amount of adventure just for you.
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