Top Adventure Tours of Vietnam

Vietnam is ideal for adventurous folks like you! If you are reading this then we can safely assume you are not just a tourist but a real adventure traveler who loves it all about YOLO!

In the north, you find tall mountains, dense forests, and giant caves. If you prefer to trek through serene mountains, kayak through stunning bays, or visit caves, Vietnam has plenty to ensure you have a ball.

Note: Jungle boss is going net zero and is offer eco tours in Vietnam now.

Starting in the South: Enjoyable Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City

Củ Chi Tunnels: Discover the underground history of Vietnam

• Distance: Approximately 60 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City.

• How to Get There: Bus (30,000), Taxi (600,000), Motorbike rental (approximately 150,000 per day).

• Entrance Fee: 110,000 VNĐ ($5)

• What to Do: Tour the tiny war tunnels, fire actual AK-47 rifles on the firing range, and learn the history surrounding the Vietnam War. Just a warning if you are claustrophobic, avoid entering inside the tunnels as they can get super narrow at some spots! 

Mekong Delta Tour: Biking and Kayaking

• It is a 2- to 3-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City.

• Best Fun Activities:

• Kayaking through floating markets (Tour price: 700,000 VND - 1,200,000 VND)

• Cycling through the Vietnamese countryside (Bike rental: ~100,000 VND)

• Visiting workshops for coconut candy and fish farms

Central Vietnam: Where the Adventure Begins

Dalat - Vietnam's Adventure Fun Spot

• How to Get There: Fly from Ho Chi Minh City (~1 hour, $40), Bus (~7 hours, 300,000 VND)

• Best Activities:

• Datanla Waterfall Canyoning – climb down waterfalls (Tour: 1,500,000)

• Mountain biking to Lang Biang Peak (~250,000 VND for bike rental)

• Hot air ballooning over Dalat (From $200. Too many zeros in VND so we just mentioned USD!)

Phong Nha: Great Place for Hiking through Caves

• How to Get There: Fly to Dong Hoi (1 hour, $50) and then bus to Phong Nha for approximately 50,000 VND.

• Top Adventure Vacations:

• Kong Collapse Jungle Tour (Main Jungle)

• Time: 5 days and 4 nights

• Cost: $700-$900

• What the trip includes: Descending a 450-meter-deep sinkhole, underground rivers, jungle camping, and cave exploration.

• Booking Link: Most extreme adventure tour of Vietnam - Kong Collapse

• Son Doong Cave Expedition (World’s Largest Cave)

• Cost: more than $3,000 (Only 1,000

• Time: 4-5 days

• What to expect: massive cave formations, rivers within the cave, and jungle camps inside the cave. You can book it from the oxalis tour company in Phong Pha.

North Vietnam: Ha Long Bay and Stunning Mountains Tour

Ha Long Bay - Rock climbing and kayaking

• How to Get There: 2.5-hour bus from Hanoi (~250,000 VND)

• Top Adventure Trips:

• Overnight kayaking & camping on Cat Ba Island (2D1N Tour: ~2,500,000 VND)

• Rock climbing in Butterfly Valley costs a climbing pass of 500,000 VND.

• A Seaplane tour over Ha Long Bay is $100 for a 30-minute flight.

Sapa - Trekking & Ethnic Homestays

• How to Get There: Overnight sleeper train from Hanoi (~800,000 VND) or Bus (~500,000 VND)

• Top Enjoyable Activities:

• Climb Fansipan (Vietnam's highest mountain) (Cable car: 700,000 VND or Trekking Tour: 2,500,000 VND)

• Stay with Hmong Ethnic Homestay for approximately 300,000 VND per night.

• Motorcycle tour through rice fields (Renting motorbike: 150,000 VND per day)

FAQs

Is Vietnam safe for adventure tourism?

Yes, Vietnam is extremely safe, even for solo visitors, but always use reputable agencies, check the weather forecast prior to your visit, and exercise caution when driving motorbikes.
Last but not the least read through the google reviews (sorting by recent) and look for patterns. If the reviews follow the same pattern and style of speech and are quite short, most likely they are fake!

When is the best time to take an adventure tour in Vietnam?

• North area: Sapa, Ha Giang: September to November (best walking trip season)

• Central area: Phong Nha, Dalat: Mar to Jun (Avoid the rainy season)

• South (Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta): November to March (Weather drier and cooler)

Do I require adventure sports travel insurance?

Yes! The majority of tour operators require evidence of travel insurance. There are policies that include caving, motorbiking, and trekking.

How much money do I require for a trip to Vietnam?

• Budget travelers: ~$30/day

• Mid-range travelers: ~$50-80/day

• High-end adventure tours (caving, luxury trekking): $200+/day

Is the exorbitant price to visit the cave justified?

If you're an adventure-seeker and can afford it, Kong collapse (and son doong) is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you cannot, Phong Nha has plenty of other caves to explore that are less expensive or you can always do the tour of Phong Nha by yourself!

How do I reserve adventure tours in Vietnam?

You may reserve with local tour operators in Hanoi or HCMC, or reserve online (look at recommendations on Reddit and TripAdvisor). Always read reviews prior to booking!

Final Thoughts

Vietnam is an ideal destination for adventure because it boasts massive caves and towering mountains. You can go canyoning in Dalat, climb up Fansipan, or tour Son Doong. Every one of these adventures has something unique and thrilling about it. If you're on the move, book in advance, bring the correct gear, and prepare yourself for an amazing adventure!