The Hang Son Doong cave complex in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, located in Son Trach, Bo Trach district in the Quang Binh province of Vietnam is one of the largest natural caves ever found in the world. It was first discovered by a peasant named Ho Khanh. In 1991, he happened to take shelter in this cave while looking deep into the forest.

For anyone who loves wanderlust or loves to get lost in nature, Son Doong cave is a dream destination and a milestone that you might want to experience at least once. Ever since the Son Doong cave became accessible to tourists and grew famous all over the world, I have always dreamed about going on this journey.

More than 10 years since the day I put the words “Son Doong” on my bucket list, I finally got the opportunity to turn that dream into reality. The $3,000 ticket price is not small, and the waiting period from 1-3 years might be a very long time for pretty much anyone. Besides, the exploration schedule is very demanding in terms of one’s health, spirit, as well as respect for nature. Also, I was the youngest in a group of 10 guests on this trip to Son Doong 51 in 2022.

The weather in May is so nice. It’s very beautiful and perfect to travel

As we go towards the cave, there’s a rock in a small stream, with a natural big hole inside

After some hours of trekking in the forest, we could see the entrance to Hang Én

These tiny towers were created by nature, mainly just water and sand

Inside Hang Én, we could see a “small beach” with a sandbank and green water.

The first doline where the sun can shine through. On a foggy day, every rock sparkles

The sunbeams make everything look like heaven

More landscape in the cave at the second part of the doline

From the other side of the mentioned doline, we can see the sun heating the fog inside

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