Ninh Binh Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park and Bear Sanctuary

Ninh Binh Day Trek at Cuc Phuong National Park and Bear Sanctuary

By Thien Son Travel

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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

8h
English

Entrance tickets: Entrance Tickets to Cuc Phuong National Park
Entrance Tickets to Bear Sanctuary
Tea, Bottles of Water: Welcoming Tea during the tour
Bottles of Water

car
free pick up at your place
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 09:00

Price details

€31.95 x 1 Adult€31.95

Total

What's included, what's not

Entrance Ticket to Primate Rescue Centre VND 160,000 per person
Free Pickup and Drop-off: Hassle-free door-to-door service from your hotel or homestay in Ninh Binh City, Tam Coc, or Trang An, Bai Dinh
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
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit to Endangered Primate Rescue Centre to see langurs and Turtles
Ticket to Cuc Phuong National Park Ticket to Bear Sanctuary Skywalk
Visit to Bear Sanctuary
Personal Spending

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
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

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 not 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 not 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

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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