Elephant Cave and Ma Da Valley Trek: Explore Jungles and Caves of Phong Nha Ke Bang

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: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park - 8:00
  • 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…
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…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Veba1980
Jul 21, 2024
Fantastic adventure - This was the Highlight during our trip to Vietnam. We stayed in Dong Hoi and Linh helped us with the transfer arrangements, from our hotel to the Jungle Boss meeting point. He also helped us with the Reservation and gave us all the necessary information. The guides are very helpful, they explain and help you throughout the tour. I recommend wearing not only hiking shoes but also good sandals, because not only do you swim in a cave about 300 meters, then walk trails in the middle of the jungle, you also cross several times rivers so you walk in the water. The boots they provide are not comfortable once wet and sandy inside. Lunch was also quite an adventure on the shore of a lake, a piece of paradise, plus it was very rich. We ended up exhausted, sweaty, muddy, dirty, and completely happy!! A super adventure!!!
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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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From $96
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).