Halong Bay, one of the wonders of the world, is not only renowned for the majestic beauty of its characteristic rocky mountain ranges but also for being home to thousands of enchanting caves. Each cave in Halong Bay possesses its unique charm. Join V-Dream Cruises for an adventure exploring the 07 most beautiful Halong Bay caves.
Dark and Bright Cave lies on Lan Ha Bay, part of the Cat Ba Archipelago, bordering both Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. This cave is nearly 100 meters long, cutting through the mountain with its floor submerged in seawater, while the cave ceiling is above the water’s surface. Dark and Bright Cave is known as one of the most unique caves due to its formation not occurring on the water’s surface like many other caves. Instead, the cave is shaped by various small and large islands, gradually forming a cave with a distinctive structure over time.
To explore this place, you must sit on a kayak and paddle downstream to admire this mystical beauty.
Rowing through the cave, in front of you will appear a valley lying on the sea, embraced by majestic and towering mountain ranges. Let the kayak free glide, immerse yourself in the magnificent seascape, inhale the fresh air amidst the beautiful natural scenery, and it will undoubtedly become a distinctive mark in your journey to explore Ha Long Bay.
With a kayak, you can get closer to the foot of the mountain and freely explore the beauty of nature. You can also admire the majestic limestone mountain feet right in front of you. Sneaking into the cave, you will have the opportunity to personally experience the slow beauty of the cave, marveling at the masterpieces created by the hands of nature.
Dark and Bright Cave is as beautiful as a gate opening to a different and unfamiliar sky. Among many other famous destinations belonging to the Halong Caves system, Dark and Bright Cave is a must-visit spot with numerous enjoyable activities and exciting experiences.
The Sung Sot Cave, located on Bo Hon Island, is one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. With its magnificent and unique beauty, this renowned cave has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. It is considered one of the attractive destinations for tourists to visit, drawn by the breathtaking scenery inside the stunning cave.
From Bai Chay Pier, you only need to travel by boat southward for about 14km to reach the Sung Sot Cave. After setting foot on Bo Hon Island, climbing up 50 steps through lush forest foliage will lead you to the entrance of the cave.
Along the 800-meter stone path, you will have the opportunity to admire a truly strange world inside a cave that spans 12,200 square meters. The scenery is both mystical and captivating, featuring countless fascinating rock formations. It is as beautiful as a work of art sculpted by the hands of nature. Surely, it will not disappoint after covering a considerable distance to set foot here.
One of the unique features of the Sung Sot Cave is its contrasting beauty. Just stepping through the narrow entrance, you will enter a vast cave adorned with sparkling and magnificent stalactites. This contrast leaves many tourists in awe, surpassing human imagination. Simply navigating through the small rock crevice feels like stepping into a mystical and enchanting world.
Following the narrow path inside the cave leading to the exit, you become even more astonished when stumbling upon the “Upper Garden,” which is beautiful like a painting. The clear small pond, the picturesque landscape, and the harmonious water scenery, along with vibrant greenery, add vitality to this place. Sometimes, you can hear the sound of a troop of monkeys descending here to search for fruits, creating a lively atmosphere in the spacious area.
The magnificent scenery of Sung Sot Cave is one of the highlights that makes this place a must-visit destination when you come to Ha Long Bay.
Thien Cung Cave is one of the most beautiful Halong Bay Caves, boasting an impressive area of up to 10,000m2. In addition, the cave features a hierarchical structure with multiple levels, compartments with high and wide ceilings, and a system of limestone stalactites and stalagmites in various fascinating shapes. The entrance to the cave is located on a steep rock wall, flanked by lush vegetation on both sides. To reach the cave, you must navigate through a narrow entrance, and then suddenly, the cave door opens up to a spacious quadrangular area with a length of 130m above.
In exploring the Thien Cung Cave, you will hear the legend associated with the celestial palace in the earthly realm.
The Thien Cung Cave is a system of three compartments.
In the first compartment, you will easily spot gigantic paintings on the cave walls. Each side features a vivid painting on a specific theme. Looking to the east, there is a massive painting depicting lively scenes of characters from ancient legends. Meanwhile, on the northern cave wall, there are images of fairy maidens gracefully dancing and singing, celebrating the wedding of the Dragon Prince and May. Above the cave ceiling, a cascade of stalactites hangs down, resembling a unique crystal chandelier.
In the second compartment, you will be overwhelmed by the splendid scenery of the central area. The four pillars are of large dimensions, diverse in shape, and intricately carved from base to top. Stalactites cascade down like a magnificent curtain woven by Mother Nature. Specifically, during the cave’s central part of exploring time, you will hear the wind whispering through the rocks, resembling the lively sounds of drums during a long-ago wedding celebration.
The third compartment in the Heavenly Palace Cave is a celestial realm where the lower world meets a surreal space, reflecting the beautiful and picturesque cave formations. Additionally, in this compartment, there are clear ponds with continuously flowing water throughout the year. It is said that these ponds were once the bathing place for the 100 children of May.
Possessing a pristine and impressive beauty, Luon Cave is a name not unfamiliar to Halong Bay cave exploration enthusiasts. Visiting one of the most beautiful caves in the world, within the realm of Ha Long Bay, you not only get to fully admire the breathtaking scenery but also experience activities such as kayaking, observing golden monkeys, and participating in various other enjoyable activities.
Because of its extremely special location, the surroundings of Hang Luon boast a picturesque natural landscape with mountains, water, and fresh greenery. What’s particularly unique is the gate of the cave, shaped like a peaceful arch, casting its reflection onto the crystal-clear water resembling jade. Occasionally, a few slow-moving boats approach, adding to the enchanting and serene atmosphere of this place.
Going deep into the cave, you will easily see fossilized conch-shaped rock walls. In Ha Long Bay, there are not many caves like this nowadays, which is why Luon Cave is always a favorite attraction in Ha Long. Although there are still caves like Sung Sot Cave, Trong Cave, Trinh Nu Cave, and Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave has equally impressive scenery.
When you come to Luon Cave, you will feel like stepping into a charming corner amidst the pristine water and harmonious natural scenery. The beauty of Luon Cave lies in the combination of limestone mountains, emerald waters, and the sky, creating a dreamlike landscape surrounding the cave, resembling a watercolor painting.
Especially for those who want to explore this beautiful Halong Bay cave’s impressive and pristine natural scenery on their own. You can personally experience kayaking to discover it. Currently, the kayak exploration service has been officially introduced and put into operation at the ferry terminal near the cave.
Thien Canh Son Cave is a pristine cave located on Bai Tu Long Bay and Ha Long Bay within the Cong Do conservation area. It is an interesting tourist spot for visitors due to its natural beauty, original limestone stalactites, and stunning surrounding landscape.
Inside the cave, visitors have the opportunity to appreciate the strange beauty of stalactites formed over thousands of years, creating unique images such as a lotus flower and a baby elephant. The cave’s ceiling is covered with a layer of shiny “carpet,” countless sparkling crystal formations resembling hanging lights, stone statues, stone elephants, seals, and flowers – all seemingly creating an imaginative world, as if in a dream.
To visit the cave, you have to climb about 100 stone steps. However, when you reach the destination, you will be amazed by the breathtaking scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay and Ha Long Bay, seen from above. Here, you can freely enjoy the view and capture beautiful photos. Looking over the Thien Cung Cave is a smooth and expansive white sand beach. After exploring the cave, tourists can either relax on the beach or take part in kayaking activities on this sandy stretch.
Trinh Nu Cave is a famous cave on Bo Hon Island, showcasing the mysterious beauty of lush, natural surroundings. Inside the cave, there are stunning stalactite formations that captivate every visitor, making it an irresistible destination that leaves a lasting impression on all who set foot here.
Trinh Nu Cave is a mystical and sparkling cave. When you arrive here, you will immediately see, right behind the entrance, a statue resembling a girl made of stone lying and letting her hair down. The feeling is like gazing into something from a distance. Therefore, this is an intriguing place associated with legends of eternal and passionate love, with vows as boundless as the sea from lovers.
The Trinh Nu Cave has a tiered chamber structure with a sloping path and two doors facing each other, measuring about 15m in height and 25m in width. Inside the Virgin Cave, there is a system of stalactites and stalagmites with glittering crystal formations. When sunlight penetrates through the rock crevices, it illuminates the crystal formations, creating a dazzling and radiant interior space within the cave.Opposite to the Trinh Nu Cave is the Trong Cave. In contrast to the feminine and graceful image of Trinh Nu Cave, Trong Cave appears in powerful beauty and carries a hint of mystery.
The cave’s ceiling is adorned with clusters of shimmering white stalactites and a stone statue depicting an image of a boy facing toward the Trinh Nu Cave. When the rays of light penetrate the cave’s interior, at that moment, the Trong Cave seems to illuminate and becomes dazzlingly enchanting.
In those radiant moments, people can easily hear the sound of the sea breeze flowing through the crevices of the rocks, echoing throughout the cave, creating a piece of enchanting music with a somewhat indescribable touch of melancholy.
Outside Trong Cave and Trinh Nu Cave is a lush carpet of vegetation that thrives year-round. Standing in the entrance area of the cave, you can fully admire the tranquil panorama of Ha Long Bay in the distance and listen to the soothing sound of the sea breeze weaving through the intriguing rock formations. At this moment, the soul suddenly feels light and fortunate.
One distinctive feature is that these two caves have a connecting door in an east-west direction, allowing easy movement between them.
On my Ha Long Bay caves exploring journey, I was amazed by the magical beauty of the caves. Each cave led me to a different world—a world full of surreal wonders in Surprise Cave, a mystical world of nature blending rocks and water in Luon Cave, a mysterious world of colorful rock formations in Thien Cung Cave, and more. This experience left me with a profound nature mark, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the natural surroundings.