The only reason to visit Phong Nha is to visit the Phong Nha cave system, but an overnight here makes sense if you have time in your schedule.
A pleasant, sleepy town, Phong Nha is nestled at the foot of a series of limestone cliffs in an otherwise flat region, 45 km to the northwest of Dong Hoi.
The limestone massifs are similar to those seen on the Andaman coast of Thailand and mark are stark change in the geology of Vietnam as you pass from south to north.
The only reason to visit Phong Nha is to visit the Phong Nha cave system, but an overnight here makes sense if you have time in your schedule.
If you’re one who considers caves to be nothing more than a hole in the ground, you have to see this cave to realize just how mistaken you are.
There are caves, there are big caves and there are gigantic, world record-breaking caves like what you’ll see in Phong Nha. If you’ve only got time for one cave in your holidays, this is it.
The town is located along the main road from highway 14, stretching 2 km to the boat landing for the caves. Accommodation is generally good and not too expensive. It’s a good place for a restful night if you’ve been harrying about Vietnam from hot-spot to hot-spot.
