Embark on Vietnam’s most challenging and exhilarating adventure: the Kong Collapse Top Adventure 5 Days 4 Nights. This expedition is designed for thrill-seekers, pushing your limits with demanding treks, rock scrambling, underground swims, and a heart-pounding 100-meter abseil into the deepest sinkhole in Vietnam.
This unique Kong Collapse Top Adventure is an unforgettable combination of jungle hiking, caving, and abseiling, offering an experience unlike any other in the region. It’s not for the faint of heart, but for those passionate about conquering the pinnacle of adventure and creating a once-in-a-lifetime memory.
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Why Choose This Kong Collapse Adventure?
The Kong Collapse Top Adventure takes you deep into the core of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to explore the interconnected system of Tiger, Pygmy, and Hang Over Caves. These three caves were once a single, massive cavern before geological events caused collapses, creating stunning sinkholes—or dolines—with unique ecosystems inside.
- Pygmy Cave: Recognized as the fourth-largest cave in the world, with a massive entrance that is over 100 meters tall and wide.
- Kong Collapse: At an astonishing 450 meters deep, it’s one of the deepest sinkholes on Earth. Our team, Vietnam Shore Excursions, re-explored this untouched underground world in 2019 and 2020.
- Safety First: As this is an extremely challenging tour, you will receive a full day of technical training from our safety experts before the expedition. We use international-standard safety equipment and our guides are highly experienced in single rope techniques (SRT).
Tour Details: Kong Collapse Top Adventure
- Jungle Trek: 23 km
- Cave Exploration: 7 km
- Abseil: 100 m
- Swimming: 500 m
- Physical Fitness Level: Extremely Strenuous
- Recommended Age: 16 to 65 years old
- Departure Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Important Health Note:
This Kong Collapse Top Adventure is not suitable for individuals with cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, asthma, osteoarthritis, or acrophobia (fear of heights). You will be required to provide a health statement and undergo a health check with our medical experts before departure.
The Itinerary: A Day-by-Day Breakdown
Please note: This proposed Kong Collapse Top Adventure 5 Days 4 Nights itinerary is subject to availability. We recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
Day 1: Arrival & Technical Training
- 8:30 AM: Pick up from your location in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha village to begin your Kong Collapse Top Adventure.
- 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM: Full-day technical training at our headquarters. Our safety experts will instruct you on the Single Rope Technique (SRT), safe abseiling, and transverse lines. You will practice abseiling at our training station.
- 6:00 PM: Enjoy a welcome dinner and transfer back to your homestay.
Day 2: Trek to Tiger Cave (11 km)
- 8:30 AM: Gear check at our headquarters before departing for the jungle.
- 10:00 AM: Begin hiking into Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. The terrain will continuously change, becoming more challenging with uphill and downhill sections.
- 12:30 PM: Lunch break to refuel and take photos at Doc Gio.
- 2:00 PM: The terrain gets harder toward “Doc Luon” (Grass Slope), which is steep and slippery.
- 4:00 PM: Arrive at the lower entrance of Tiger Cave and swim into the cave passage.
- 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Set up a riverside campsite, have dinner, and get to know the local porters.
Day 3: The Legendary Kong Abseil (3 km trek)
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast at the basecamp.
- 9:00 AM: Begin the trek up to Kong’s eye.
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM: The highlight of the trip! Abseil 100 meters into the bottom of Kong Collapse. This descent is done in three stages. Lunch will be served on a high platform with a view of the sinkhole.
- 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Explore the back passages of Tiger Cave, take photos, and swim in the river at the Kong campsite.
- 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM: Dinner, night photos, and relaxation.
Day 4: A Day Underground
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast at the basecamp.
- 9:00 AM: Explore the Tiger Cave, with some sections requiring a swim.
- 10:00 AM: Begin exploring Hang Over, the longest cave in the system. You’ll pass through the massive “Massive Attack” passage (125m wide, 80m high).
- 12:00 PM: Lunch inside Hang Over cave.
- 2:30 PM: Follow a safety line to reach the Dinosaur Spike passage, which requires a 15-meter abseil into the bottom of Pygmy Cave.
- 4:00 PM: Explore Pygmy Cave, take photos, and swim in a secret underground pool.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner and relaxation at the campsite.
Day 5: Kong Collapse Top Adventure – The Final Trek Out (9 km trek)
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast and pack up the campsite.
- 9:00 AM: Begin the long and challenging trek out of the jungle through valleys and mountains. This includes the steep and slippery “Doc Co” (Grass Slope).
- 2:00 PM: Arrive at the main road for a cold drink.
- 3:00 PM: Transfer back to the Vietnam Shore Excursions headquarter to clean up and check into your homestay.
- 6:00 PM: Celebrate with a final gala dinner.
What to Bring
- Two sets of long trousers & long-sleeved shirts (to avoid poison ivy and mosquitoes).
- Three sets of changing clothes for the evenings at basecamp.
- Swimwear.
- Two pairs of long socks.
- Small backpack.
- Sandals or flip-flops & extra clothes for your time at the homestay.
- Dry bag (optional).
- Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, toothbrush).
- Hat, sunglasses, and insect repellent.
Tour Inclusions
- Professional Tour Guide, Safety Assistant, and Porter Team
- All Entrance Fees (valued at 2,088,000 VND per person)
- Transportation between Dong Hoi & Phong Nha
- Two nights at a homestay (on arrival and final day)
- Welcome dinner & Gala dinner
- VAT
- International-standard Safety Equipment & Camping Gear
- All food, drinks, and snacks during the expedition
- Use of trekking shoes (Euro sizes 36-45 available) and towel
- Porters will carry up to 3kg of your personal luggage
More Exciting Phong Nha Cave Tours
Beyond the extreme Kong Collapse Top Adventure, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park offers a range of unforgettable cave tours for all fitness levels.
Here are some of our highly recommended excursions:
- Hung Thoong Exploration (3 Days, 2 Nights): A strenuous adventure with challenging treks, river crossings, and a 25m abseil. Perfect for fit adventurers seeking a multi-day caving and camping trip.
- Phong Nha & Dark Cave Tour (1 Day): A classic day trip mixing serene sightseeing with adrenaline-pumping fun. Includes a boat ride into Phong Nha Cave and a thrilling zipline and mud bath at Dark Cave.
- Phong Nha Cave Tour from Hue (1 Day): A convenient day trip from Hue combining a historical tour with a relaxing boat ride into Phong Nha Cave.
- Tiger Cave Series Adventure (3 Days, 2 Nights): A very strenuous caving expedition for experienced hikers. Explore the interconnected Tiger, Over, and Pygmy Caves and camp at the base of the Kong Collapse sinkhole.
- Ma Da Valley Jungle Camping (2 Days, 1 Night): A moderate adventure with a mix of trekking and swimming. Explore Elephant Cave, camp by the crystal-clear Ma Da Lake, and swim into Tra Ang River Cave.
Tour Price: Kong Collapse Top Adventure
- $1,599 USD per person
Important Note for Dong Hoi Guests: If you are staying in Dong Hoi, please arrange a taxi to our office in Phong Nha. For a private transfer, contact us directly for assistance.
Terms & Conditions
Booking & Payment
To confirm your reservation for the Kong Collapse Top Adventure 5 Days 4 Nights, we require a 60% deposit upon receipt of our PayPal invoice.
The remaining balance can be paid in one of two ways:
- In cash ($USD or local currency VND at the current exchange rate) at the end of your tour.
- Online in advance via PayPal, credit card, or debit card.
Your booking will be confirmed immediately once the deposit is received.
Please note: A 3% bank service fee will be applied to all payments made via PayPal, credit card, or debit card.
Deposit Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your booking for the Kong Collapse Top Adventure for any reason, the following cancellation fees will apply:
- 40 or more days before arrival: We will refund your deposit.
- 39 – 30 days before arrival: You will lose 10% of the full payment.
- 29 – 15 days before arrival: You will lose 30% of the full payment.
- 14 – 7 days before arrival: You will lose 50% of the full payment.
- 6 – 2 days before arrival: You will lose 75% of the full payment.
- Less than 2 days before arrival: You will lose 100% of the full payment.
Ready to Conquer Kong Collapse?
Are you tempted to explore the Kong Collapse? Let Vietnam Shore Excursions arrange your perfect Kong Collapse Top Adventure 5 Days 4 Nights. Tell us your ideas and requests by emailing us at chiduyencssh@gmail.com. One of our travel experts will get back to you as soon as possible.
