Phong Nha Discovery Tour
Travelers can explore the natural landscapes and local culture of Phong Nha through sightseeing tours that depart directly from Chay Lap Farmstay. All tours are operated as private experiences, suitable for couples, families, and groups of friends. They allow flexible adjustments to schedules, departure times, attractions, and experience levels.
Travelers can choose from half-day, full-day, or package tours that combine activities such as village cycling, kayaking, and exploring Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. These options are easily arranged to match the pace of their stay and the length of accommodation at Chay Lap Farmstay.
Cycling tour to explore the countryside
Chay Lap Farmstay offers two cycling tour options to explore the Phong Nha - Ke Bang area in an active, nature-focused way. Travelers can choose between a half-day Phong Nha bicycle tour, lasting approximately 4 hours, or a full-day Phong Nha bicycle tour, which lasts around 8 hours.
Both tours depart directly from Chay Lap Farmstay and include professional Vietnamese- or English-speaking guides, mountain bikes, helmets, and drinking water. The half-day tour includes light snacks, and the full-day tour includes lunch.
- Half-day Phong Nha bicycle tour (4 hours): The tour starts from Chay Lap Farmstay and passes Bau Sen Church, Thanh Sen suspension bridge, Tram Village, and Ong Tham ferry. The route continues through Chay Village and Me Village before returning to the starting point. The tour highlights rural scenery, local culture, and peaceful nature, making it ideal for travelers seeking a gentle morning or afternoon experience.
- Full-day Phong Nha Bicycle Tour (8 hours): This longer journey expands along the Son River, passing rice fields and the peaceful Bong Lai Valley. Travelers stop for lunch at local venues such as The Pub With Cold Beer while enjoying the surrounding scenery. The tour also includes rural experiences like duck herding and water buffalo riding at Duck Stop before returning to Phong Nha in the late afternoon.
Both tours can be customized to suit group size and preferred departure times, offering flexible options for each sightseeing itinerary.
Visit the peaceful villages of Phong Nha on a cycling tour.
Kayaking tour on the Chay River
Chay Lap Farmstay offers half-day kayaking tours that explore Phong Nha from a river-based perspective. Kayaking suits travelers who enjoy nature and a slower pace, allowing close views of limestone mountains and riverside villages in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang area.
- Half-day Son River Kayaking Tour (4 hours): Travelers paddle along the Son River toward Phong Nha, passing peaceful villages, cornfields, peanut fields, and limestone mountains of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. The tour includes Vietnamese- and English-speaking guides, high-quality kayaks and life jackets, bottled water, and light snacks. It is an ideal option for experiencing nature and rural culture, with the chance to enjoy sunset views from the river on afternoon departures.
- Kayaking Tour Combined with Dark Cave Visit (6 hours): Travelers paddle around three kilometers along the Chay River to reach Dark Cave. The site offers adventure activities, including a 400-meter zipline to the cave entrance, cave exploration with headlamps, and a natural mud bath. The tour includes a guide, kayak, and life jacket, full Dark Cave entrance tickets, lunch, and drinking water.
Enjoy a scenic kayaking tour combined with visits to Phong Nha’s iconic attractions.
Travelers can choose flexible departure times, adjust activity intensity, or combine this tour with others on the same day. This flexibility suits different stay schedules and experience preferences at Chay Lap Farmstay.
Discovery Tour of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park
Chay Lap Farmstay serves as a convenient departure point to explore the highlights of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. The park is recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Site.
With strong local knowledge, Chay Lap Farmstay offers both standard itineraries and customized tours. These options ensure flexibility and suit all travelers, from families with children to groups of friends seeking more challenging experiences.
- Phong Nha Cave - Paradise Cave exploration tour: The journey begins with a boat ride along the scenic Son River, leading travelers into Phong Nha Cave. Inside the cave, lighting highlights shimmering stalactites and flowstone curtains, revealing unique shapes and natural formations. Travelers then travel 20 kilometers to explore Paradise Cave, often described as an “underground palace”. After climbing 500 steps beneath the forest canopy, travelers reach the cave entrance. Although the entrance is narrow, the interior opens into vast chambers with high ceilings and sparkling formations. Highlights include Thach Thien Cung, Thac Thien Ha, Quan Tien Hoi Tu, and Thap Lien Hoa.
- Paradise Cave - Dark Cave or Mooc Spring exploration tour: This tour is an excellent choice for travelers who love nature and outdoor activities. At Paradise Cave, travelers admire the mysterious beauty of limestone chambers and impressive stalactite formations. At Dark Cave, travelers enjoy a 400-meter zipline ride to the cave entrance before exploring its hidden interior. For water-based activities, Mooc Spring offers a peaceful setting for kayaking, ziplining, fishing, and swimming.
- Phong Nha Cave - Botanical Garden or Ozo Park exploration tour: This tour is a top choice for families with children who enjoy hands-on experiences, nature exploration, and active outdoor activities. After visiting Phong Nha Cave, known for its long underground river and impressive stalactites, travelers can continue to the Phong Nha Botanical Garden. The garden offers close encounters with diverse ecosystems and rare flora and fauna. For more active experiences, Ozo Park is an ideal option, featuring treetop games and stream-based activities suitable for families.
Gio Waterfall at Phong Nha Botanical Garden
Package Tour
Package tours organized by Phong Nha Holiday, the management company of Chay Lap Farmstay, offer a complete solution for exploring the heritage area. With strong local expertise, these itineraries range from half-day to multi-day itineraries, serving travelers seeking relaxed stays or in-depth adventure experiences.
All-inclusive services include round-trip transportation, quality accommodation, experienced local guides, and meals featuring authentic local flavors. These services help travelers save time while ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience throughout their stay.
In particular, Phong Nha Holiday can tailor itineraries to suit individual travelers, families with children, or organizations. Options can include team building, meetings, and gala dinners to optimize experiences and create memorable holidays.
Booking & Enquiries
For reservations and further tour information, please contact:
- Sales Hotline: 028 999 55 168
- Email: sales@phongnhaholiday.com