Located about 40 km northwest of Dong Hoi city center, this is an ideal destination for those who love to explore, love nature and desire to touch the most magnificent things that nature has bestowed on the sunny and windy Central region.
The name itself suggests something wonderful - Hoan My, not just a name, but also the real feeling of visitors when setting foot in the cave. With a depth of about 500 m, an average width and height of over 100 m, Hoan My Cave is a geological wonder hidden deep in the heart of the million-year-old limestone mountains of Phong Nha - Ke Bang.
Director of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park Management Board Pham Hong Thai shared: “Preserving Phong Nha - Ke Bang forest is not only a professional task, but also a responsibility to future generations. We clearly identify that tourism development cannot be separated from conservation. Therefore, the National Park has prioritized attracting community ecotourism models, minimizing human impact on the forest environment and rare species”.
A corner of Hoan My cave
Hoan My Cave is not only a destination for tourists, but also a place to inspire environmental protection, green tourism development and community engagement. With the use of human resources and training, most of them are local people, especially young people in Phong Nha - Ke Bang region to participate in tourism activities, tour guides, service and tour operation. This not only helps create sustainable livelihoods, but also spreads awareness of protecting natural resources right from the local community.
After a nearly 5km walk through the forest, stepping down the natural stone gate leading to the cave, visitors will be overwhelmed by the majestic scenery that opens before their eyes. The gentle light shines through the colorful stalactites, creating a world that is both real and dreamy.
The stalactites at Hoan My have a delicate beauty, diverse in shape from towering stalactites rising like stone towers, to round blocks like Buddha statues, or hanging down like shimmering jade curtains. Each drop of water falls steadily from the cave ceiling, contributing to weaving a majestic picture of nature's time.
Behind the presence of Hoan My cave on the tourist map is the passion of Mr. Doan Xuan Tien - Chairman of Doan Gia Group, who was born and raised in Quang Tri (old Quang Binh). Mr. Tien shared: “My hometown Quang Binh is where I have been attached since childhood. I wish to contribute to the development of my hometown tourism in a systematic and sustainable way, respecting nature and preserving cultural identity. To me, Hoan My cave is not only a natural asset but also a spiritual heritage of the whole community”.
Cave with special stalactites
Exploring deeper, the air in the cave becomes cool and pleasant. The sound of trickling water combined with the wind blowing through the rocks creates a lively natural symphony, making visitors feel like they are lost in a fairy tale world. Every step is a surprise, every angle is a masterpiece of art created by nature.
The light reflected from the small drops of water sparkled like diamonds, the space suddenly expanded, making everyone step back a little, holding their breath in amazement. Hoan My Cave is currently managed and exploited for tourism in a systematic and exclusive manner by Doan Gia Group - a local enterprise with a passion for eco-tourism.
Hoan My Cave is not only a destination for tourists, but also a place to inspire environmental protection, green tourism development and community engagement. With the use of human resources and training, most of them are local people, especially young people in Phong Nha - Ke Bang region to participate in tourism activities, tour guides, service and tour operation. This not only helps create sustainable livelihoods, but also spreads awareness of protecting natural resources right from the local community.
In addition, activities such as environmental education for local students, the “One tree for one tourist” program, or the experience tour combined with environmental cleaning are also proof of the civilized and sustainable direction of this destination.
Quang Tri (formerly Quang Binh) has long been famous for its massive and majestic cave system, but among famous names such as Son Doong, Phong Nha, and Thien Duong, Hoan My Cave is still a new, attractive, and potential name. Its “perfect” beauty comes not only from the natural landscape, but also from the way people approach it - with humility, dedication, and responsibility.
If you are looking for a trip to connect with nature, to step away from the hustle and bustle of the city, to feel the pristine beauty and sophistication of creation - let Hoan My cave be your next stop. Because here, there is beauty hidden deep underground, there is the dedication of people preserving the heritage, and there are experiences that make you exclaim: "So perfect!".
