Cuc Phuong National Park Private Day Tour: Trekking & Primates
Description
Cuc Phuong National Park is the first unit of nature reserve in Vietnam. It is a tropical rainny forest, fauna and flora is extremely rich and diverse. Take this day trip Cuc Phuong to explore the beauty of nature by visiting the dense, grass jungle valley, seeing the giant ancient tree and various fauna and flora… Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of Vietnam’s largest nature reserve without anyone else to distract you on this private tour of Cúc Phương National Park. Get to know the langurs and monkeys at the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, and spend the afternoon hiking into the heart of the jungle itself, surrounded by colorful plants and the melodies of native birds. Learn more about the conservation efforts at the park from your private guide Stop for lunch at a local restaurant, with vegetarian options available
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Itinerary
8.00AM The tour guide and vehicle will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi, then depart for Cuc Phuong national park towards to the Southwest of Hanoi. It takes about 2.5 hours (130km) to get to Cuc Phuong national park. In case you do not need a hotel pickup, please go to this meeting point - Hanoi Opera House to meet our tour guide and driver.
We will firstly visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre which is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation, breeding, research, and conservation of endangered primates, and to the protection of their habitats.
Then you keep going into the park central. Relax for a while then have lunch at house-on-stilt in the middle of the jungle (the lunch is not included and you pay for it. It will cost around 9 USD per person). Taking a short trek into the National Park for sightseeing and learn more of fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam, to the giant ancient tree of 1000 years old in middle of the jungle.
Back to the Park Centre to visit the “Cave of Pre-historic Man", the limestone cave which was excavated in 1966. It was one of the earliest discoveries of human habitation in the country, with graves, stone axes, bone-made spears and tools dating back some 7,500 years. During the excavation 44 years ago, archaeologists found skeletons in three tombs where they believed prehistoric people had lived in the forest 7,500 years ago. In 2000, archaeologists discovered a fossilised sea reptile called placodontia, the first to have been found in Southeast Asia, dating back 200-300 million years.
Get back to the van and take 2.5 drive back to Hanoi. End this tour around 6.30pm at your hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
This private tour offers hotel pickups so you do not need to worry about where to meet the guide and the vehicle. In case you do not need a hotel pickup, please go to our "meeting point" to meet the tour guide. For further information, please WhatsApp us at +84-982-804-399
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You should have proper shoes for trekking in the jungle
- Please bring along with sun block, flashlight, rain-coat
- For further information and support, please connect us via Whats/App +84-9-8-2-8-0-4-3-9-9
Reviews(32)
Nice hike through jungle on a path with lots of steps. Happy was a great tour guide, grew up here and knew the area well. Not much wildlife or birds seen, but lots of butterflies. Would probably skip the primate, turtle and bear rescue. Little more than a few animals in enclosures.
The experience was great. After staying in the crowded Hanoi Old Quarter, it’s totally worth escaping to a quiet, wild place. The trail is not difficult, but you do need to climb quite a few stairs. Also, keep in mind the recommendations about what clothes and shoes to wear. The guide was good and sociable. The transportation was okay-ish (the minibus was a bit old).
Mr. Hung led our family on a wonderful private tour of the Cuc Phuong National Park. We trekked in the jungle to see ancient trees, we visited the ancient cave, and also the primate rehabilitation center. We learned a lot of Vietnam history as we journeyed to the park. It was a long day but well spent. Highly recommend a visit to the park and Mr. Hung!
Really excellent experience! Tour guide was really nice and informative. Really great physical experience (not for people who don’t live physically activity as you will climb almost 1000 steps!), but for nature and sports lovers this is an excellent hike! Also got to see the monkey and turtle reserves. Thank you so much!
My adult daughter and I went on the Cuc Phuong day trip. The day ended up being the two of us, our driver, and our guide, Jack as it was rainy. They picked us up at our hotel. It was a 2.5 hour drive that was nice watching the sights from the van. We made one stop to buy souvenirs and grab smoothies and a sandwich to go. On the way Jack told us a lot about the history and the present culture of Vietnam and was great about answering our questions. We climbed a lot of very narrow and steep stairs to a historic cave. It was definitely worth the climb just be sure you are sure footed and have decent balance if you participate in this site. The trek in the jungle was terrific! You need long pants, long sleeves, a hat, and a rain jacket. The jungle was lush and interesting. Jack did a good job pointing out some of the flora and fauna and it was fun exchanging Vietnamese and English words for the plants and trees. Honestly the rain added to the experience. The jungle sounds and the patter of the rain were serene. When it rains there are tiny leeches in some parts of the forest that like to get on your shoes. You do need to stop and pick them off periodically or have a spray or even better wear rubber boots instead of tennis shoes. The turtle and primate sanctuary were very interesting. It’s a good idea to bring a few items with you like an extra water, a change of shoes for the drive home, and dry clothes in case of rain. I would definitely recommend this trek!
We had a great time on Anna’s tour. We were picked up and dropped back off in a private car from our hotel. We travelled to the national park and had a lovely walk through the jungle. It was so peaceful. We then went to the primate sanctuary which was awe inspiring. Anna was very friendly.
A day exploring Cuc Phuong National Park was the most rewarding trip our group has ever taken. The hiking trails took us through lush vegetation, and the primate encounters were a highlight. Professional tour services ensured a smooth experience, and our guide was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. His passion for nature made the trip even more meaningful. Highly recommend this trip for nature lovers
Our private day tour at Cuc Phuong National Prak was unforgettable! The trekking trails immersed us in lush greenery and rare wildlife. The visit to the primate rescue center was both educational and inspiring. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, sharing fascinating stories about the park. Highly recommended for nature lovers seeking a peaceful escape
I had a wonderful experience on a private day tour to Cuc Phuong National Park, which included hiking and a visit to the Primate Rescue Centre. The hike through the lush forests was breathtaking and I learned a lot about the diverse wildlife. The knowledgeable guide made the tour unforgettable. A must for nature lovers
A day trip to Cuc Phuong National Park was packed with memorable experiences. We explored the lush jungle through hiking, visited the primate rescue center to learn about conservation efforts, and checked out iconic ancient trees. A delicious picnic lunch in the heart of the jungle was a highlight. Our guides were knowledgeable, attentive, and ensured a positive, vibrant atmosphere throughout the trip
