Tu Lan Cave Expedition Tour

A 5 day 4 night tour journey exploring the Tu Lan Cave System with spectacular caves and underground rivers where the movie Kong: Skull Island was filmed. With 3 nights jungle camping and 1 night at Tu Lan Lodge.

The Tu Lan Cave Expedition - TL4 is one of the “must do” caving tours in Vietnam for many visitors nowadays. This hiking adventure run by Oxalis Adventure Tours, this expedition is ranked as adventure Level 5: “Demanding”, and is just below the Son Doong Expedition and Hang Ba Deep Jungle Expedition which are currently ranked at level 6: “Hard”, the highest level in the Oxalis Adventure’ caving tour scale relating to physical fitness and ability.

The Tu Lan Cave system was discovered by a local named Dinh Hong Nham in 2009. During his fishing trips, he discovered three caves - Tu Lan, To Mo large and To Mo small in the area. The cave system was then explored and surveyed by Mr. Howard Limbert with the British - Vietnamese Cave Expedition team, and now includes more than 25 large and small caves. The Tu Lan Caves were featured in National Geographic Magazine in 2011 together with Hang Son Doong. A photo of Hang Ken taken by photographer Carsten Peter won the National Geographic photo award in the same year.

Tu Lan Expedition is one of the longest Oxalis Adventures tours, enabling you to explore all seven of the most beautiful dry and river caves of the Tu Lan Cave System. This tour includes a series of fascinating experiences such as trekking through the forest, wading in streams, swimming in the caves, abseiling down into underground rivers, climbing steep hills, walking through beautiful valleys, exploring the largest dry cave in the system - Hang Tien, and camping for 3 nights by the riverside and amidst the majestic natural scenery.

    Tu Lan Expedition highlights include:

  • Explore 7 majestic caves in Tu Lan Cave System: Venture deep into the magnificent Tu Lan system, famous for its unique stalactites and serving as a key filming location for the blockbuster movie, Kong: Skull Island. This epic journey includes exploring 7 iconic caves, such as Tu Lan Cave, Secret Cave, Hung Ton Cave, Ken Cave, Kim Cave, Hang Tien 1, and Hang Tien 2 Cave.
  • Becoming a real caver: You'll be trained in essential caving and jungle skills by expert guides. Master multi-terrain trekking, navigate dark underground rivers (swimming), and learn safe rope techniques (climbing ladders/cave walls) on a real expedition.
  • Thrilling underground river swims: Embrace the exhilarating challenge of swimming through the cool, dark subterranean rivers that connect the caves. All swims are conducted with professional guidance and safety gear for an exciting yet secure experience.
  • Jungle trekking and stream crossings: Test your endurance by hiking across vast, emerald-green grasslands, crossing numerous streams, and traversing the untamed, pristine jungle terrain in the core area of Tu Lan Cave System.
  • Immersive wilderness camping: Unwind and enjoy a tranquil night camping amidst stunning natural beauty, typically set up beside a flowing stream or within a peaceful valley. Savor delicious meals prepared by a professional chef, offering a true taste of the wilderness.
  • Professional and safe services: Benefit from a large, dedicated support team including expert guides, safety assistants, and local porters. All adventurous activities adhere to the highest international safety standards, ensuring peace of mind throughout your journey.
  • Discover local culture and community life: Experience unique local culture by dining in a local family's home in Tan Hoa village. Learn about their sustainable farming model on a refreshing morning bicycle tour on the final day of your journey.
  • Pioneering a sustainable and shared economy model: By choosing the Tu Lan Expedition tour, you directly support Oxalis's shared economy model. Your trip promotes local development through the employment of local labor, procurement of local food, and utilization of homestay dining services, ensuring the community benefits alongside the company.
  • A journey that transforms lives: Beyond the natural splendor, your presence contributes to a powerful story of community resilience and growth. Sustainable tourism has played a key role in transforming Tan Hoa, driving the poverty rate down from 85.7% in 2010 to just 2% in 2024. This expedition supports vital initiatives, including the construction of floating houses and septic toilets to improve local living standards. Furthermore, Oxalis is committed to future generations, sponsoring free open swimming and safety training to over 300 children in Tan Hoa and along the Rao Nan River every year.

Itinerary

Please note that the TL4 itinerary is weather-dependent and trails can be slippery. As one of Vietnam’s toughest treks, this expedition requires significant endurance to navigate steep hills and earn the views. Cave swimming is a key feature (life jackets mandatory), though rafts are available for non-swimmers. This is a true adventure designed for those passionate about hiking.

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Tan Hoa – Secret Cave – Tu Lan Campsite

Your expedition begins between 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM with a pickup in Phong Nha (please finish breakfast beforehand). You will travel 70km to the Oxalis Tan Hoa office for a comprehensive safety briefing, gear distribution, and itinerary run-through.

The trek starts across the flat farmlands of Tan Hoa, crossing the river to reach the foot of the mountains. A short climb leads to the entrance of Secret Cave, a compact but geologically stunning cave discovered recently by local porters. Here, you will navigate carefully past rare cave pearls and unique formations before enjoying a picnic lunch at the cave entrance.

In the afternoon, the route winds through forests and hills into the Tu Lan Valley. The highlight is a swim through Hang Ken, renowned as one of the system's most beautiful river caves. The day concludes at the campsite, where you can settle into your tent, swim in the natural river, and enjoy a multi-course dinner prepared by local chefs. The evening is yours to relax with the team or stargaze in the pitch-dark valley sky.

Tu Lan – Hang Kim – Hung Ton – Hung Dung Campsite

The second day is an action-packed journey through three distinct caves: Tu Lan, Hang Kim, and Hung Ton. After breakfast, the team will provide a hands-on training session for the abseiling equipment. Once prepared, you’ll hike to the dry entrance of Tu Lan Cave for the day's highlight: a thrilling 15m abseil down to the river passage, landing directly onto an inflatable raft. From there, the group paddles out of the cave into a stunning landscape of river, jungle, and limestone mountains.

Next, you will swim and trek through Hang Kim, navigating a 300m dry section where natural light beams spectacularly through a high upper entrance. The cave exit leads into the breathtaking To Mo Valley, a secluded paradise with waterfalls and a turquoise lake. Here, you can swim and relax while the team prepares a picnic lunch.

The afternoon continues with Hung Ton Cave. Entering near the waterfall, you will swim 100m before ascending a secured ladder to exit the cave. The final leg of the day requires endurance, involving a hike over "Lom Com" hill and across La Ken Valley to reach the Hung Dung Campsite. Set beside a crystal-clear river and surrounded by primeval jungle, it is the perfect spot to rest.

Hung Dung – Hung Nhai – Hang Tien Campsite

Day 3 shifts the focus from caves to the deep jungle. The route covers approximately 8km with an elevation gain of 350m, taking you from Hung Dung Valley to the expansive Hung Nhai Valley. The trek involves navigating steep hills, dense forests, and refreshing stream crossings.

The destination is the Hang Tien Campsite, widely regarded as the most stunning campsite on the entire tour. Located on the banks of the Rao Nan River, it features the crystal-clear Mooc Lake—known among explorers as a "natural infinity pool." Here, you can wash off the day’s mud with a swim or enjoy stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) on the calm river waters.

Hang Tien 1 – Hang Tien 2 – Tu Lan Lodge

The final day begins with Hang Tien 1, the largest dry cave in the Tu Lan system. Here, you will witness spectacular swirling rock patterns carved by centuries of water flow. The exploration concludes with a climb up a 10m ladder (secured by safety rope) to reach the exit.

A trek through ancient primary jungle leads to Hang Tien 2. You’ll feel this cave before you see it; a powerful breeze rushes from the small entrance, acting as a natural air conditioner. Inside, the cave features distinctive rock formations and layers of rimstone pools that resemble subterranean terraced rice fields.

After exploring, the group will hike out via a rocky mountain path (200m elevation gain), stopping for a valley lunch en route. Upon reaching the road, cold drinks await, followed by a medal ceremony to celebrate conquering this expedition. You will then transfer back to the Oxalis Tan Hoa office to shower and check in at Tu Lan Lodge. The adventure concludes with a bicycle ride to a local house for a traditional dinner at 17:30.

Tan Hoa Village Life & Departure

Your final morning in Tan Hoa begins with the peaceful sight of limestone mountains rising through the early mist. Wake up early to watch the sunrise from Tu Lan Lodge, or take a quiet walk through the village before enjoying breakfast (served from 6:30 AM).

At 08:30 AM, our guide will lead you on a bicycle tour through the heart of Tan Hoa. You will cycle along quiet paths lined with cornfields and peanut gardens, observing the daily rhythm of rural life. Stops include visits to local farms to learn about the sustainable VAC farming model. Along the way, you’ll taste local specialties like boiled corn, roasted peanuts, and ginger honey tea.

The tour concludes at 11:00 AM, allowing time to pack. Check-out is at 12:00 PM, followed by a 12:30 PM shuttle transfer to Phong Nha or Dong Hoi.

Travel Note: Please ensure your onward flight or train departs after 4:00 PM. If you wish to extend your stay or explore more of Phong Nha, please contact your Oxalis consultant or the front desk.

Suggested itinerary before and after the tour:
To ensure the best preparation before your journey or to unwind after the expedition, Oxalis suggests staying at Chay Lap Farmstay, featuring premium rooms, a swimming pool, spa, kayaking, cycling, and more. A special discounted rate for Oxalis customers is 1,000,000 VND/room for 2 people. Check availability here: chaylapfarmstay.com

During your time in Phong Nha, the Phong Nha Caves Exploration Museum (open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, free admission) is a must-visit destination. Here, you can experience the Son Doong 5D VR technology for 500,000 VND per ticket. All proceeds from this activity are contributed to the Oxalis Foundation to support local community projects, making your journey even more meaningful.

Weather and Climate

Tu Lan - Tan Hoa has 4 seasons in a year (spring, summer, autumn and winter) like many northern provinces of Vietnam. Due to the weather conditions, and because Oxalis Adventure wants to protect and conserve the Tu Lan Cave System the Tu Lan Expedition will only be available from the beginning of January to mid September every year. Weather conditions in the Tu Lan –Tan Hoa area are different in each season.

From January to March, there are many cold days, especially on rainy days but there are also many warm sunny day. April and May are the warmer months, and this is the time when wildflowers are blooming. From June to August are the hot summer months, but most of the time visitors are in the cave with the temperature from 22 to 25 degrees, or forest, so it should not feel too hot. In the summer months, visitors can comfortably swim in the streams and underground lakes inside Vietnam caves, so exploring Tu Lan is the ideal suggestion for you if you don't know where to go for 6 days and 5 nights.

Each season will have its own unique features for visitors to explore. Please read more about weather in Tan Hoa at “The weather & climate in Tan Hoa, Minh Hoa area”. In addition, visitors can check the weather in Tu Lan- Tan Hoa through Accuweather here before joining the Vietnam caving tour.

The weather & climate in Tan Hoa, Minh Hoa area

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Adventure level on tour

After many years of adventure tourism activities, Oxalis Adventure has created a Level of Adventure scale to help guests participating in Oxalis tours to visualize and choose the adventure tour most suitable for their fitness and health. This scale is not to be applied to other companies or tours with different conditions and terrains. The easiest level (level 1) anyone can join, and the most difficult level - 6 requires regular exercise and some trekking experience.

Those who regularly practice sports or regularly participate in mountain climbing and trekking tours in the forest can complete this tour easily.

Adventure level 5 · Demanding
The Tu Lan Cave Expedition tour is rated as Demanding (Level 5) on the Oxalis adventure level system. The difficulty of the tour is based on the physical fitness and health of average active people, not runners, athletes, or intensely active individuals.
Activities: Crossing rocky terrain, climbing steep hills, hiking long distances, swimming and using technical equipment, caving.
The number of guests per tour: Maximum 8 customers; Age 16-70 years old.

  • Terrain with many steep hills
  • Trekking 34km of mountainous terrain
  • Elevation gain of 1400m
  • 5km of cave exploration
  • River and stream crossings
  • Swimming in underground rivers (Total 1km intermittently) with a life vest provided by Oxalis
  • 15m adventure abseil in the cave (the abseil equipment provided by Oxalis, directly guided and supervised by the guide).
  • Two 15m ladder climbs with a safety rope and harnesses, operated by the safety team.
Adventure Level

Terrains

The tour takes place in remote areas with complex terrains. Customers must be physically fit. Please carefully read the tour itinerary and honestly fill out the booking information yourself, especially your experience and health condition. Read more about Oxalis Adventure Level.

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Physical fitness requirements for Tu Lan Expedition Tour

The basic physical fitness requirements for participating in the Tu Lan Expedition tour include:

  • Trekking experience requirements: Within the last 12 months, it is required to have trekking experience, at least one overnight-trek, and 1-2 day-treks with the following tour elements: trekking routes through forest/mountain/rocky/steep terrains, covering a minimum distance of 8km per day (equivalent to 5 miles per day), with an elevation gain of at least 300m.
  • Fitness Preparation: Engage in strenuous sports such as football, skiing, or regularly participate in outdoor activities such as walking or running (3-4 times per week, covering 4-5km each time) to maintain physical fitness. This ensures that they are able to:
    - Run continuously for 5 kilometres within 50 minutes.
    - Climb 5 floors continuously without becoming out of breath or dizzy.

Guests aged 16 to 70 are permitted to join the Tu Lan Expedition tour, which demands good physical fitness and prior trekking experience. Those with experience in mountain trekking and good physical health, as well as those who engage in regular sports training, could easily complete this tour.

Some guests on the Tu Lan Expedition tour may find it not particularly challenging, while others may encounter difficulties and require assistance from many safety assistants to complete the tour. The tour regulations allow safety experts and/or guides to temporarily suspend the journey, and escort guests out of the forest if significant difficulties are encountered on the itinerary. Refunds or rescheduling are not applicable in such cases.

For more information on the necessary physical activities for a successful trip, please refer to: https://oxalisadventure.com/getting-ready-oxalis-tour/.

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Safety on the tour

This is always the top priority of Oxalis Adventure to ensure the safety of both visitors and Oxalis’ staff on any trip, including multi day adventures. We only use high-quality equipment meeting international standards, mainly imported from France, the UK, and Switzerland. The tour guides must undergo professional training and be tested for skills regularly. Only qualified guides may lead an Oxalis tour. Visitors can learn about the "safety management" and " safety equipment" that Oxalis uses here.

Oxalis Adventure has an established "Emergency Response Protocol" that includes on-site first aid and rescue if an accident occurs during trekking or cave exploration. We organize many training courses for first aid, rescue, and evacuation, and have rescue teams for each tour operation area. The specialized equipment is imported from abroad and complies with European standards. Due to the remote location, rescue teams and medical assistants will take from 30 minutes to 2 hours to reach the location. Therefore, the safety of visitors is the top priority of Oxalis in any activities related to caving in Vietnam. For Experts and Sales consultants to give suitable advice, guests are required to fill in their fitness and health information in the Booking form honestly. They are also required to update the information to the Oxalis consultant 45 days before the tour departure.

Dangers, risks and how to avoid them on tour

Any adventure activities will always contain risks and these must be carefully managed. Oxalis tours take place in remote locations without easy access to medical care. Hence a lot of work goes into managing and reducing risks to the lowest level possible.

You can learn more about "Adventure Safety Tips" here.

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Communication on tour

This Expedition tour is operated in a remote forest with physical challenges, far away from external support such as medical assistance, hospitals etc.

The Tu Lan Cave Expedition follows jungle trails, many hills up and down, and no paths are suitable for vehicles. There is no phone signal, no wifi, and no charging facilities. Each Oxalis cave tour is equipped with 1 satellite phone for the guide to contact the office in case of emergency. Guests can only use the internet and phone at the hotel before and after the Oxalis tours. While trekking in the mountains and exploring the caves, the safety team will communicate with each other by walkie-talkie if necessary.

* Please note that tour communication is conducted in English and Vietnamese.

Items to bring on Tu Lan Cave Expedition tour

Tour TL4 is a multiple-day trek and considered to be the one of the toughest Vietnam jungle tours, with many different terrains and you need to have a thorough preparation for the trip. Customers will be asked to prepare suitable clothing for safety and comfort. Clothing should be good for trekking in the jungle, river crossings, or exploring the cave as well as avoiding dangers and risks from sharp rocks, snakes, insects, or poison ivy.

You need to prepare

Essential clothing

  • Trekking clothes:
    - 3-4 quick-dry, bright, long-sleeved shirts
    - 2-3 pairs of long pants( quick-dry)
    - 1 waterproof jacket (winter months December to March)
  • Campsite clothing sets:
    - Warm clothes for winter from November to March
    - Shorts and T-shirts for summer from April to September
  • 1 pair of good gripping trekking/approach closed shoes. Heavyweight trekking boots are not necessary
  • 4 pairs of calf-length, thick socks
  • 1 pair of sandals/slides for campsite
  • Swimwear using at the Campsites

Personal items

  • Mosquito repellent
  • Sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen
  • Hand fan for summer (April to September)
  • 1-2 medium towels
  • Underwear
  • Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, nature-friendly shampoo & soap, …)
  • Power banks
  • Personal medication
  • Antifungal foot powder
  • Passport

Oxalis provides

  • Camping equipment: tent, mattresses, pillow, sleeping bags
  • Caving and safety gears: helmet, headlight, gloves, dry box for electric device, mini size camera …
  • 1 PVC backpack (25L) to carry helmet, dry box, water and things you need during the trek.
  • Basic jungle boots (EU size 36–44); if using Oxalis shoes, bring thick, long socks and 2 insoles to ensure comfort.
  • Water bottle (1L)
  • Water filter
  • Compost toilet, toilet paper, hand cleaner
  • Semi-dry bag (15L) for campsite clothing sets and personal items
  • First aid and medical rescue equipment
  • Satellite phone
  • Mini-size portable fan inside the tent (in summer)
  • Secure storage at office

Optional items

  • Arm cover if wearing short-sleeved T-shirts
  • Camera & Tripod
  • Ear plugs
  • Bandana or headband
  • Rehydration tablets
  • Blister prevention tape
  • Personal dry bag/box for electronic devices

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Campsites on the tour

Our campsites are situated in the most spectacular locations within the Tu Lan area, each offering a distinct atmosphere and unique features. For your safety during inclement weather, all campsites are equipped with professional lightning protection systems.

Tu Lan Valley (First Campsite): This site features a sandy stretch along a shallow stream and a large natural pool. A highlight is the 5-meter waterfall cascading from the mouth of Hang Ken Cave. Guests wake up to the sound of birds singing in the forest and the sight of morning clouds clinging to the towering cliffs.

Hung Dung Valley (Second Campsite): Shaded by massive trees, this site sits beside the Rao Nan stream as it flows from La Ken valley. Below the camp lies a crystal-clear river perfect for swimming or SUP paddling. (Note: Water clarity may vary during heavy rains.)

Hang Tien (Third Campsite): Often considered the most beautiful site, Hang Tien is located on the banks of the Rao Nan River, where the underground river system emerges before flowing toward the sea. Adjacent to the site is a clear green lake—often called a "natural infinity pool." It is the perfect spot for stargazing at night and watching the sunrise through your tent door in the morning.

Average temperatures range from 15–18°C in winter and 30–38°C in summer. To ensure a comfortable sleep, we provide warm sleeping bags during the winter and portable fans for your tent during the summer months. You can find out more details about "unique campsites on Tu Lan expedition tour" here.

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Bathing at the campsite

All campsites on the Tu Lan Expedition are located right next to natural streams, lakes and waterfalls. Guests can swim comfortably at the campsites. Swimming activities are supervised by safety assistants to ensure the safety of all visitors. At the campsites, Oxalis has prepared a number of water tanks to store clean waterwate in case the river water is brown due to heavy rain. To protect water resources, shampoo or conditioner are not allowed to be used in the river or pools, and must be discharged onto the sandy area of the campsite. Environmental friendly biological shampoo is required on tour.

Toilet at the campsite

The tour occurs in a remote jungle with no power or infrastructure and for conservation and hygiene Oxalis has created environmentally friendly toilets, called "Oxalis Composting Toilets.".

The toilet consists of a normal toilet seat on top of a box. Inside the box, is a bucket and waste bag to collect all waste and toilet paper which is provided. Nearby is a container of rice husks. After finishing, cover the waste with a generous scoop of rice husks. This ensures a dry composting process, which does not smell, and covers the waste from insects.

When the buckets are full, the porters will change them and bury the waste in a designated location in the jungle. This will biodegrade and turn into fertilizer.

Visitors are required to use the composting toilets for both urination and defecation. Urination outside the toilet or inside the cave is not allowed because of the smell and impact on cave formations and the cave ecosystem.

Hand washing facilities are provided.

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What to expect

Tu Lan Cave Expedition tour is an adventure tour which involves trekking through the jungle, wading streams, climbing slopes and camping in the deep forest. This is a real adventure tour and quite strenuous for those who do not exercise regularly.

Tu Lan Expedition tours is a tour that takes customers into the remote primeval forest areas. There is no phone signal and no amenities like in an outside hotel. However, Oxalis provides the most comfortable overnight facilities for visitors for an adventure tour.

This tour is going into nature. Therefore, it depends on the weather every day, the rivers may be green but the water may be brown on heavy rainy days.

The Tu Lan Expedition Tour will be a great tour for tourists who have a passion for exploring nature and appreciate the masterpieces that nature has bestowed on us.

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Directions to Phong Nha

Phong Nha is located 45 km from Dong Hoi City, the capital of Quang Tri Province (About 40 minutes by car). You can book a private car service from Oxalis to pick you up at the airport or train station, or you can hire a taxi. There are many ways to get to Dong Hoi such as a plane, train or sleeper bus.

Domestic routes:

  • Flight: Daily flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are operated by Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet, to Dong Hoi.
  • Train: From Hanoi to and from Ho Chi Minh City, there are numerous SE trains that travel every day. Dong Hoi station is where Ho Chi Minh has a stop.
  • Bus: Buses from Hanoi to Phong Nha, Dong Hoi, or from Da Nang, Hue to Phong Nha run often during the day or at night.

International airports: There are 3 main international airports for international flights: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and Da Nang International Airport (DAD). From Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) or Ha Noi, travellers can book domestic flights to Dong Hoi Airport (VDH). From Da Nang, travelers can catch a train or bus to Dong Hoi/Phong Nha.

You can check out the means of transportation to Phong Nha here. “How to get to Phong Nha?". All participants of Oxalis Adventure tours will be picked up at their designated hotel around Phong Nha town on the morning of the departure day.

Vietnam visa: Vietnam currently grants visa exemptions to citizens of 29 countries and has expanded its E-visa program to apply to nationals of all countries and territories.

Upon arrival and during their stay, travelers are required to present a valid passport together with a valid visa or other legal residence documents in Vietnam so that accommodation providers and tour operators can complete temporary residence registration as required by Vietnamese regulations.

For the latest details on travel policies, please verify the information here: Vietnam Travel Policy Updates

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Tour booking process

This is an expedition tour that requires a lot of logistical preparation for both customers and Oxalis. Reading the tour details carefully will help customers to book the right tour. The tour booking procedure includes the following steps:

Tour price and available dates for booking

  • Season: Tours operate from December to August (Closed September to November).
  • Group Size: Limited to 8 guests per tour for safety and conservation.
  • Tour Types: Fixed departure dates for individuals; private tours available for special groups or film crews.
  • Exclusive Offer: Enjoy a 10% discount for UOB cardholders and Xiều Oxalis (returning guests).

Terms of tour cancellation

As the Tu Lan Expedition tour, only allows 600 customers to join each year, the tour is booked very quickly. After completing the booking process, customers are required to pay 100% of the tour fee, to confirm and secure the booking.

For this tour guests need a lot of time to exercise, prepare physically, and prepare the necessary items for the trip. Cancellation of the tour or change of departure date will greatly affect the logistics and operating costs of the tour. In order for Oxalis to make any changes or find a replacement if necessary, the tour cancellation terms are as follows: For Tu Lan Expedition tour, the tour cancellation can only be done 30 days before the tour departure date. Oxalis will charge 50% of the tour price if guests cancel 15 days before, and any cancellation less than 15 days before the tour will be charged at 100% of the tour price. See more details in “Terms of tour cancellation”.

Tu Lan Cave Expedition tour price includes

The price of Tu Lan Cave Expedition tour is 18,000,000 VNĐ (USD 680) per person, this price includes VAT, entrance fee, sightseeing fee, forest environmental service fee, management fee. Tu Lan Cave trekking tour includes the following services:

  • Pick up in Phong Nha and drop off at Dong Hoi airport/train, bus station.
  • Logistics team: Each 8-guest tour will have 1 tour guide, 2 safety assistants, 1 chef, 5 porters, 2 porters (camp-guard). The number of team members may vary depending on the group's physical condition.
  • Food: Oxalis provides food, drinking water, tea, and coffee during the journey (not including extra requirements). Dishes are based on fixed menus; vegetarian and vegan menus will be provided if ordered. Please inform us of any food allergies.
  • Accommodation: Oxalis offers 3 nights camping in the jungle and the last night at Tu Lan Lodge.
  • Safety equipment: Oxalis will provide safety equipment such as helmets, harnesses, headlights, gloves etc.
  • Travel insurance: Oxalis provides travel insurance for all guests participating in the tours with a maximum compensation of VND 10,000,000. Visitors are asked to buy comprehensive travel insurance for themselves before joining the tour.

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Carbon Footprint Index

At Oxalis Adventure, we are deeply committed to minimizing our environmental impact and advancing sustainable tourism. As part of our roadmap toward Net Zero, we have conducted annual greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories since 2023.

We are proud to report that our efforts are yielding results: our 2024 carbon footprint was reduced by 19% compared to 2023. According to the latest data, the average footprint for a participant on the Tu Lan Cave Expedition Tour is now 232.2 kgCO₂e. This figure is comprehensive, accounting for all emission sources, including transportation, accommodation, and tour-related activities.

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