Nguom Ngao Cave
Động Ngườm Ngao
A large limestone cave near Ban Gioc Waterfall, with rich stalactite formations and a gentle path inside.
Nguom Ngao Cave (Ngườm Ngao, meaning “tiger cave” in the Tày language) lies about 3 km from Ban Gioc Waterfall. The cave system is about 2 km long, and a 1-km section is open to visitors. Inside are stalactites and stalagmites shaped like waterfalls, Buddhas and lotus flowers, lit by lights along a level path. From the parking lot, it is about a 10-minute walk through rice paddies to the cave entrance. Entry costs about 45,000 Vietnamese dong. The cave is cool and slippery, so wear non-slip shoes. Visitors usually combine it with Ban Gioc Waterfall on the same day.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Khuoi Ky Stone Village
- Truc Lam Ban Gioc Pagoda
- Ban Gioc Waterfall
- Phong Nam Valley
- Phuc Sen Blacksmith Village
- Phja Thap Incense Village
- Ma Phuc Pass
- Mat Than Mountain (Pierced Mountain)