Located deep in the area of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (Quang Binh province), En cave has the intact beauty of Vietnam's primeval forests. Departing from Phong Nha village, it takes about an hour on a bus along 20 Quyet Thang street, the key place of raids during the war years to reach the West branch of Ho Chi Minh road and stop at km 35. beginning of the journey.
You will have to "cross the forest and wade streams", overcome many challenges on the road more than 10km long to conquer En cave. But when enjoying the natural scenery when coming to this special Quang Binh tourist destination and the vast and magical mountains here, it seems that all difficulties on the way will disappear. En cave is only suitable for exploration in the dry season from about April to August every year because the water level in the forest streams and underground rivers in the cave has lowered. And especially in this season, you will see butterflies hovering in flocks along the stream as if stepping into a fairyland. Although the dry season here is very hot, the outside temperature can be up to 36-37 degrees Celsius, but inside the cave is extremely cool and dry, the temperature is about 20-21 degrees Celsius.
You should avoid going from September to March next year. Because the weather in these months is often rainy, cold and wet, it is not suitable to make your trip
Instructions on how to move and travel to En Cave in Quang Binh
Currently, to get to En cave, you can go by 2 ways: By helicopter and by foot
Going by helicopter: The advantage of traveling by this means is that you do not lose much strength, do not have to carry heavy belongings and also enjoy the panoramic view of the Phong Nha-Ke Bang cave system when flying from above. .
Walking: Going by this method is suitable for tourists who love the experience and a little bit of adventure. You will be able to climb passes and wade streams, travel 10km away, overcome obstacles on the road such as slippery rocks, zigzag roads. But you will have interesting and memorable experiences.
Besides, it is also possible to directly explore the extremely rich and diverse ecosystem of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. In addition, you can also challenge yourself, exercise if you want to experience and explore the "brother" of Son Doong cave, only 2km from En cave.
Please choose the method of transportation according to your preferences and health status!
Notes when traveling to Hang En in Quang Binh
Because this is a trip to explore, experience, and be a bit risky, there are many notes for you to be able to prepare well for your trip.
Visitors must go in groups (maximum 16 people) with a guide or partner who cannot go alone. Partly because the path is very complicated and dangerous, partly to ensure the balance of the cave's ecosystem.
Visitors must be at least 16 years old, in good health and durable
Usually, En cave tours do not go from September to December. Because the weather conditions will be dangerous for visitors.
You need to prepare furniture, luggage and necessary items for the trip to En cave. The most necessary items such as: identification, clothes, shoes (comfortable and good grip), toiletries, tents, sleeping bags, raincoats, medical supplies, equipment electrical appliances (flashlights, power banks, long sockets, …), fast food
Follow your group and follow all instructions of the guide
You must be conscious of protecting the ecosystem and environment along the way and inside the cave, do not litter indiscriminately
In addition, after visiting En cave, you can also visit and explore other caves in the cave complex in Quang Binh.