The beauty of Son Doong in rainy season
Travel blogger Ma Coc Tu recorded the beauty of Son Doong cave after the flood season, during his first expedition trip to Son Doong in 2021.
 |
| On the first day of the Son Doong trip, the group of photographer Quy Coc Tu (Ngo Tran Hai An) moved from Phong Nha to Hang En. The journey includes 11 km of forest and stream runways. Due to the weather conditions, the team did not meet the bright light from the cave entrance. Hang En is the third largest cave in the world, discovered in 1994. Inside the cave, there is a large lake, with natural turquoise color. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| From the mouth of the cave, the group had to go about 80 meters down by the rope. The road is steep, dark, and slippery, taking the group about 2 hours to travel. In Son Doong cave, the terrain is extremely diverse, the group met many narrow and slippery roads. Some gaps are just wide enough for an outstretched arm. The group moves in complete darkness, with the help of a flashlight. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| On the second day, the group reached Jame Bond hole, a natural round rock formation. Hai An said that this was one of the most unique features of Son Doong - the world's largest natural cave. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| The way to sinkhole 1, also known as Dinosaur Hole, has many giant stalactites. On the way, the group passed through fossil corridors, which imprinted coral fossils dating back 300 million years. Son Doong is about 9 km long, 160 m wide, and has a ceiling height of 200 m, large enough to accommodate a 40-story building. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| The photo captures a stalactite block is called the "Wedding Cake" at sinkhole 1. When coming here, cold weather, water pouring down from above makes the road slippery. "Here, the scene is very ghostly with misty mist like cave clouds," he said. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| The second sinkhole or "Garden of Eden" appears extremely majestic. With the formation of the pit, where the light shines, there is a forest with green vegetation. In this place lies a rocky hill with natural steps facing the "garden". In the center of the sinkhole, there are many large forest trees. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| This photo shows the "Garden of Eden" from the campsite. With Hai An, this is the most beautiful camping spot in 3 days of exploring the cave, on the cave floor covered with white sand. From here, people are like a small dot in the cave. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| On the journey, the group sailed through the "river" about 700 m long. The water below was very cold. Son Doong is in fact a muddy cave, in the rainy season when the water rises, it creates a landscape like a river. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| Hai An says that the scenery here is extremely magnificent, as there are many tens of meters of stalactites deep in the river bed. He thinks that there are many minerals here, so the water is blue. (Photo: VN Express) |
|
| At the end of the journey, the group arrived at the Vietnam Wall. This is a 90 m high stalactite wall, the most difficult point to conquer in the journey. To reach this site, the team must use protective equipment and be assisted by a safety team. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| In the first journey to conquer the cave, the group faced a slope angle of about 60-70 degrees, the members of the delegation have to stick tightly to the rope and use their strength to move. (Photo: VN Express) |
 |
| Hai An shared that this was a safety survey trip in a cave at the beginning of the new year after the flash flood season passed through Quang Binh. Despite the unfavorable weather, the trip left him with a lot of emotions. He has admired the very different beauty of the cave and is able to record many beautiful photos and videos. (Photo: VN Express) |
 | Five expensive travel experiences in Vietnam Vietnam, with breath-taking natural beauty and friendly people, always captivates many tourists. Besides budget tourism experiences, Vietnam offers travelers with following costly ones. |
 | Top Vietnamese destinations praised by international media As a top safe country post-COVID-19, a series of locations in Vietnam such as Cat Cat village, Ha Long Bay, Ha Giang, Ninh Binh has ... |
 | Entrance fees to caves in Quang Binh reduced Visitors to Quang Binh Province will enjoy a 50% discount on tours to some famous caves in the area. |
Tags:
Related Stories
Travel
Vietnam Welcomes Record-High Number of International Visitors
In the first three months of this year, Vietnam welcomed more than 6 million international visitors, a nearly 30% increase compared to the same period last year, marking the highest figure ever recorded. According to experts, visa policies and various attractive factors have contributed to the remarkable growth of Vietnam's tourism sector.
April 09, 2025 | 07:34
Travel
Luxury Train From Hanoi To Hai Phong To Be Launched In May
A luxury train connecting Hanoi with the northern port city of Haiphong will begin operations in early May, adding a fresh attraction to Hai Phong’s tourism offerings.
March 27, 2025 | 09:46
National
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 21): Korean Firms Plan to Expand Investment in Vietnam
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 21): Vietnam-Cuba relationship – a model for building a more united world; Foreign visitors show interest in Vietnam as searches for travel rise significantly; Korean firms plan to expand investment in Vietnam; Vietnam and Canada discuss defense cooperation in Hanoi.
February 21, 2025 | 08:10
Travel
Belgian Media Praises Lim Festival’s Vibrant Folk Culture
Belgium’s Le Soir highlights Vietnam’s Lim Festival as a celebration of rich cultural traditions, particularly quan ho (love duet) folk singing, recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
February 15, 2025 | 09:16
Recommended
Travel
Strategies for Sustainable Growth of Vietnam’s Tourism from International Markets
According to statistics from the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, the first quarter of 2025 marked a historic milestone for the country’s tourism industry, welcoming more than 6 million international arrivals — the highest ever recorded in a single quarter. This figure represents a 29.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024 and more than double the number seen in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 05, 2025 | 07:52
Travel
Vietnam Strengthens Its Presence On The Global Tourism Map
The global online travel service platform Trip.com recently announced the 2025 Global Trip.Best Ranking, honoring the most popular accommodations, restaurants, and attractions in the world. Vietnam made a strong impression with 38 representatives from 11 provinces and cities spread across three regions, participating in all three main categories.
April 25, 2025 | 07:52
Multimedia
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Named Top Adventure Travel Site
According to Wanderlust (UK), the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park captivates adventure seekers with its majestic cave systems hidden within pristine forests and unspoiled natural landscapes.
April 18, 2025 | 15:36
Travel
Phong Nha Named Top Budget-Friendly Travel Destination for Spring 2025: Agoda
Phong Nha in the central province of Quang Binh has topped the list of the most affordable destinations for spring travel in April and May selected by the digital travel platform Agoda.
March 25, 2025 | 16:10
Popular article
Travel
Four Indian Films Introduced to Lao Cai Audience
The Lao Cai Center for Culture and Cinema, in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, held the opening ceremony of the Indian Film Festival in Lao Cai, at Lao Cai Cinema on March 15.
March 18, 2025 | 09:22
Travel
Vietnam to Waive Visas for Citizens from 12 Countries until 2028
These countries include Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Russia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.
March 08, 2025 | 07:13
Travel
Ninh Binh Full-day Tour among World’s Top Experiences: TripAdvisor
A full-day tour to Ninh Binh from Hanoi has been honored on TripAdvisor’s global list of top experiences at the Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Things To Do.
February 27, 2025 | 13:16
Travel
Vietnam: Ultimate Family-Friendly Destination for RoK Travelers
Vietnam continues to be the number one travel destination for families from the Republic of Korea (RoK) with children under the age of 10, thanks to its warm climate, diverse entertainment activities, and high-end resorts.
February 12, 2025 | 23:12