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A dense forest with tall trees and lush greenery. 1
A Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park, Primate, Bear Sanctuary 2
A black bear in a natural setting with green foliage. 3
A monkey behind a chain-link fence, sitting on a log. 4
A black bear sitting in a grassy area. 5

A Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park, Primate, Bear Sanctuary

By Thien Son Travel
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $57 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

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 specialities at a local stilt house in the forest.
02:00 PM | Primate Centre (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

Activity location

  • Cuc Phuong National Park
    • Cuc Phuong Commune, Nho Quan District
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Cuc Phuong National Park
    • Cuc Phuong Commune, Nho Quan District
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

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Ninh Binh: A Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park &Bear Sanctuary

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Entrance tickets: Entrance Tickets to Cuc Phuong National Park
Entrance Tickets to Bear Sanctuary SkyWalk
Duration: 8 hours
car: Eco-Conscious Travel: We honour nature by touring in quiet electric saloons & 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

Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
CA $48.14 x 1 AdultCA $48.14
Paid at activityCA $8.56
Total
Price is CA $56.70

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Eco-Conscious Travel: We honour nature by touring in quiet electric saloons & SUVs, never buses. Enjoy a wind-in-your-hair countryside drive with easy, flexible pickups—an intimate, seamless journey
  • Inclusions
    Ticket to Cuc Phuong National Park, Entrance Ticket to Bear Sanctuary Skywalk
  • Inclusions
    Live Guide: An enthusiastic, English-speaking expert to share the history of the jungle
  • Inclusions
    Visit to 1000 years old tree, discover Palace Cave and 5 big tremendous trees at Cuc Phuong Park
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Endangered Primate Rescue Centre to see langurs and Turtles
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Bear Sanctuary
  • Exclusions
    Personal Spending
  • Exclusions
    Ticket to Endangered Primate Rescue Centre, the Turtle Conservation Centre: 160.000 vnd (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Lunch at a local restaurant

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Cuc Phuong National Park

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
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 towards 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

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
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.

Endangered Primate Rescue Centre

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Meet rare langurs at the world-renowned Endangered Primate Rescue Centre Biodiversity at Every Turn: Keep your eyes peeled and your camera ready. Our expert guides will help you spot vibrant butterflies (especially during the "butterfly season" from April to May), rare birds, and unique insects that camouflage perfectly against the mossy bark.

Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
A Mission of Mercy: The Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh 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. The Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh, managed by FOUR PAWS, is a world-class facility dedicated to ending the cruel practice of bear bile farming in Vietnam. Most of the residents here are Asiatic Black Bears (Moon Bears) and Sun Bears who have been rescued from horrific conditions.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Cuc Phuong National Park
    • Cuc Phuong Commune, Nho Quan District
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Cuc Phuong National Park
    • Cuc Phuong Commune, Nho Quan District
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

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