A Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park, Primate, Bear Sanctuary
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8 hours
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Cuc Phuong & Bear Sanctuary Day Trip
Experience raw nature and heartfelt conservation on a 9 AM to 6 PM immersive journey through Vietnam’s oldest national park.
Itinerary Highlights
09:00 AM | Depart: Scenic drive into Cuc Phuong’s limestone karsts.
10:30 AM | Jungle Trek: Hike to the living fossils known as the "5 Big Brother Trees"—1,000-year-old giants with massive buttress roots.
11:30 AM | Son Cung Cave: Explore hidden, shimmering stalactites and stalagmites.
01:00 PM | Lunch: Dine on regional specialties at a local stilt house in the forest.
02:00 PM | Primate Center (Optional): See rescued, rare primates like Cat Ba Langurs and Gibbons.
04:00 PM | Bear Sanctuary: Visit a world-class FOUR PAWS healing haven for Moon and Sun bears rescued from the bile industry.
06:00 PM | Return:Scenic drive and drop-off at your accommodation.
Why Book This Trip?
Stand beneath ancient botanical giants, witness incredible biodiversity, ethical sanctuaries dedicated to ending wildlife exploitation
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Cuc Phuong National Park
Experience the Wild Heart of Northern Vietnam: Cuc Phuong & The Bear Sanctuary Escape the tourist trails of Tam Coc and Trang An for a day of raw nature, ancient history, and heartfelt conservation. This immersive day trek takes you deep into Cuc Phuong National Park—Vietnam’s oldest nature reserve—and provides an intimate look at the heroic efforts to protect the region’s wildlife at the NINH BINH Bear Sanctuary. The Journey Begins: Stepping into the Ancient Jungle Your adventure starts with a scenic drive toward the limestone karst mountains that fringe Cuc Phuong. Established in 1962, this park is a biological treasure trove, home to a staggering array of flora and fauna, including some of the rarest primate species on Earth. As you enter the park, the humidity drops and the air fills with the rhythmic "cicada symphony." We move beyond the paved roads and hit the jungle trails. This isn't just a walk; it’s a journey through time
Cuc Phuong National Park
After working up an appetite on the trails and enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local stilt house, we transition from the wild jungle to a place of healing.
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Ninh Binh: A Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park &Bear Sanctuary
Entrance tickets: Entrance Tickets to Cuc Phuong National Park Entrance Tickets to Bear Sanctuary SkyWalk Duration: 8 hours car: Eco-Conscious Travel: We honor nature by touring in quiet electric sedans & SUVs, never buses free pick up at your place: Free Pickup & Drop-off: Hassle-free door-to-door service from your hotel or homestay Pickup included
What‘s Included
Eco-Conscious Travel: We honor nature by touring in quiet electric sedans & SUVs, never buses. Enjoy a wind-in-your-hair countryside drive with easy, flexible pickups—an intimate, seamless journey
Ticket to Cuc Phuong National Park, Entrance Ticket to Bear Sanctuary Skywalk
Live Guide: An enthusiastic, English-speaking expert to share the history of the jungle
Visit to 1000 years old tree, discover Palace Cave and 5 big tremendous trees at Cuc Phuong Park
Visit to Endangered Primate Rescue Center to see langurs and Turtles
Visit to Bear Sanctuary
Personal Spending
Ticket to Endangered Primate Rescue Center, the Turtle Conservation Center: 160.000 vnd (optional)
Lunch at a local restaurant
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A nature lover’s paradise—highly recommend!
Connector60200800670,Jul 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely brilliant day trip! The day trekking through Cuc Phuong National Park was beautiful, peaceful, and a great workout. Walking among the massive primeval trees and exploring the prehistoric caves felt like stepping into another world
A must-do eco tour in Ninh Binh!
Phong N,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The route through the national park was beautiful and just right amount of challenge. Our guides were incredibly knowlegeable, poitng out unique plants. OVERALL IT WAS A GOOD TOUR
An Incredible Blend of Wilderness Trekking and Inspiring Wildlife Rescue
Dreamer49546310457,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking to escape the hustle of Hanoi or Ninh Binh for a day, this combined day trek to Cuc Phuong National Park and the Bear Sanctuary is an absolute must-do. It perfectly balances raw nature with a deeply educational and heartwarming wildlife experience
A must do activity
tegan,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great day out - we saw a different side to Ninh Binh. Our guide was attentive and looked after our family very well. The walk was challenging and fun.
Very nice guided tour....
Marcos C,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice guided tour. Got picked up around few minutes before 9:30am. We made our way to the tour office for paperwork and then made our way to the national park. We then began our way deep into the park and started trekking for about 2 hours or less. Lunch was served as promised though only a small portion but was enough. The primate and turtle guide was 160k VD but was worth it. We then made our to the bear sanctuary which was a quick stop. Overall would really recommend anyone to do this tour.
It was an great experience
jamestrey2405,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our daytrip! We had a really nice tourguide and his English was perfect. The tour itself was also really good, we especially loved the Primates Rescue Center and the Bear Sanctuary.
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