Can you tour Son Doong cave?
Son Doong Cave is currently the world’s largest cave and it is environmental sensitive therefore the Government of Quang Binh province issued a regulation that allows only 1000 tourists can visit the cave each year, each tour normally 10 tourists.
Is Son Doong cave open to public?
The biggest cave on the planet when measured by cross-section. Discovered and explored for the first time in 2009. Only open to the public since 2013. Unique for the two enormous dolines (cave roof collapses) and underground rainforests.
How much does it cost to go to Son Doong cave?
A full trip to Son Doong can cost up to $5,000 to 6,000 per person. Be prepared to fork out the money, and to have the most amazing time of your life.
Is Son Doong worth?
Yes, it is 3000 USD and it books out for a year in two days! I did the Son Doong Cave trip and absolutely loved it! The views are stunning and the trip super professionally done.
Who discovered Son Doong?
Hồ Khanh
Hang Sơn Đoòng
| Sơn Đoòng cave | |
|---|---|
| Discovery | 1991 [AD] by Hồ Khanh |
| Geology | Permo-Carboniferous limestone |
| Entrances | 2 |
| Hazards | Underground river |
How do I get to Son Doong?
To reach Hang Son Doong, you need to pass through the only village located inside the Phong Nha Ke-Bang National Park. The Ban Doong ethnic minority village is only accessible by foot, as it is surrounded by dense jungles.
What is the largest cave on Earth?
Son Doong
Son Doong is the largest cave in the world. It is located in central Vietnam’s Quang Binh province. Son Doong, which is estimated to be 400 to 450 million years old is now part of the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO heritage site.
How do you get into Son Doong cave?
How was Son Doong cave formed?
Hang Son Doong was formed by an allogenic river sinking along a straight subvertical fault. The cave is formed largely within a brecciated fault zone that extends up to 100 m wide. The cave is punctuated by two collapse dolines, one of which impedes discharge today.