About Cuc Phuong National Park with Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
The largest and most famous nature reserve in Vietnam. Welcome to Cuc Phuong National Park, the oldest nature reserve in Vietnam. Cuc Phuong is one of the most important sites for biodiversity in the country and is also one of the best Ninh Binh tours Vietnam has to offer. Founded in 1962 and covering an area of more than 22,000 hectares, including Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa, Hoa Binh, it is home to a world of giants; figureheads of trees, limestone mountains, and prehistoric intrigues. Its ancient caves and fossil finds unwind narratives stretching out over thousands of years and provide visitors with a deep sense of time and place.
Cuc Phuong is considered to be the centre of biodiversity in northern Vietnam, and the park is home to hundreds of species of flora and fauna. There is no better place to observe Delacour’s langurs, gaudy butterflies, and stealthy small carnivores than in the park’s special ecosystem, which is a paradise for wildlife and conservationists all in one. For those who seek a fervent nature, untouched beauty, Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park, with its tropical rainforest, is a must.
Voted and awarded as the Asia’s Leading National Park for five successive years from World Travel Awards, Cuc Phuong opens it arms to all travelers, from spirited hikers, to inquisitive families, students and professional photographers. Whether you want to hike, roam, study, or re-connect. Ninh Binh Tours helps turn your wild adventure in this thriving jungle into something deep and enlightening.
Cuc Phuong National Park (Sours: crystalbay)
Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park for 2 Days 1 Night
Day 1 – Hanoi to Cuc Phuong: Forest Immersion Begins
7:30 AM – Your Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park adventure starts when we pick you up in our private vehicle at your hotel in Ha Noi. As the city fades into rolling hills and rice paddies, you’ll see your first hints of rural Vietnam’s natural charm.
10:30 AM – Arrive at Cuc Phuong National Park Trip starts with guided tours of the Primate Rescue Centre and then the Turtle Conservation Centre. One of the few remaining strongholds for rare langurs, as well as pangolins and forest turtles (many of them critically endangered), these centers are the only places these animals can still be seen.
11:45 AM – Onto the Ancient Cave of Prehistoric Man, just a brief walk but an enchanting wander into the depths of Vietnam’s history. Fossils and tools 7,500 years old tell of early human life in Southeast Asia.
12:30 PM – Enjoy a picturesque lunch at the park’s restaurant hidden in the woods with a serene view of the jungle treetops. Tuck into dishes unique to the area and made with local ingredients like mountain goat barbecue and stir-fried forest greens.
2:00 PM – Guided forest walk in the afternoon to the famous 1000-year-old Cho tree. Standing at more than 70m tall and 1.9m wide, the tree is a prized specimen in the Cuc Phuong National Park’s ancient tree collection.
5:00 PM – Head back to the front and check into the swanky Wyndham Grand Vedana Ninh Binh, 3km down the road. Take a virtual tour of the Modern comfort with the peaceful beat of nature.
6:30 PM – Dinner served at the hotel or a forest-like restaurant near your hotel, sample the dishes of Ninh Binh.
7:30 PM (Optional) – Walk with our experienced nature guide under the moonlight, as fireflies light up the forest and night creatures like civets, flying squirrels, and slow lorises come out in the open. A magical way to end the day.
Primate Rescue Centre (Sours: dulichcucphuong)
Day 2 – Van Long Wetlands & Cultural Discovery
6:30 AM – Early risers can join a birdwatching walk, where you may catch sight of bar-backed partridges, pheasants, or langurs as they also welcome the morning sun.
8:00 AM – After breakfast, we took a chilled-out bicycle ride around the surrounding rural buffer zones of Cuc Phuong. This is an opportunity to experience local life as you meander past rice fields, wooden houses, and smiling villagers.
10:30 AM – Our last highlight: a peaceful boat trip at Van Long Wetland Reserve, Vietnam’s largest sunken natural landscape. Slide through the mirror-like water on a traditional sampan and keep your eyes peeled for the elusive Delacour’s langurs, which can be spotted clinging to the cliffs.
12:30 PM – A lovely riverside cafe near the reserve serves lunch with fresh, local food and peaceful views.
2:00 PM – Enjoy the journey returning to Hanoi.
5:00 PM – Arrival in Hanoi, end of nature getaway time with Ninh Binh Tours.
Van Long Wetlands (Sours: wikipedia)
What’s Included / Not Included in Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
Included:
- Travel by private car or limousine from Hanoi round-trip
- 1 night at Wyndham Grand Vedana Ninh Binh (4-star)
- All entrance fees to national parks and conservation centers
- Meals as indicated: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
- A local guide who speaks English
- Activities: trips to Primate Rescue Center, Ancient Human Cave, trekking to the 1000-year-old Cho tree
- Hire of a bike (during the village cycling tour only)
- Boating in Van Long Wetland Reserve
- Optional night wildlife tour (guided and with the aid of a flashlight)
Not Included:
- Travel Insurance
- Other personal expenses (laundry, shopping, etc.)
- Drinks during meals
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Any services not specifically included in the itinerary
Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park for 3 Days 2 Nights
- Day 1 – Same as the above itinerary.
Day 2 – Trekking the Heart of the Forest
7:00 AM – We transfer to the Bong Center after breakfast, which is further into Cuc Phuong National Park.
8:30 AM – Prepare for an unforgettable climb of Silver Cloud Peak (May Bac) at 648 meters, the highest mountain in the park. During the trip, you will catch a glimpse of ancient forests and Bai Dinh Pagoda along with Hoa Lu Citadel.
12:00 PM – It’s time to have a picnic lunch or to eat in the eco-restaurant at the Forest Centre. We have a picnic lunch surrounded by nature, or eat at the forest center eco-restaurant.
1:30 PM – See the Botanical Garden, a preserve of rare and medicinal plants from across the globe. Then take natural trails abundant with butterflies, fungi and singing birds.
4:30 PM – Retreat to the jungle basecamp for rest. You can either camp overnight by a bonfire (weather conditions permitting) or return to the hotel for a good night’s sleep.
6:30 PM –Dinner and rest in the peace of the forest.
Trekking in Silver Cloud Peak (Sours: viewestglamping)
Day 3 – Morning Serenity and Departure
6:30 AM – Awaken to the distant calls of gibbons and enjoy a peaceful stroll as the birds and forest awaken to greet the day.
8:00 AM – Breakfast at the lodge.
9:00 AM – Walk back to the main gate, thinking about all you have seen and heard in the past few days.
11:30 AM – One last picnic in the park before we depart.
1:00 PM – Hop back on your private vehicle and return home.
4:30 PM – Arrival in Hanoi. Tour ends, but wild Vietnam will stay with you!
One last picnic in the park (Sours: traveloka)
What’s Included / Not Included in Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
Included:
- Private car or limousine transport back and forth from Hanoi
- 2 nights at Wyndham Grand Vedana Ninh Binh or forest guesthouse (as per itinerary)
- Entrance fees to Cuc Phuong National Park and trekking fees as well
- Meals Included: 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners
- English-guided tour throughout the whole, which will be a local guide.
- All packaged activities: jungle trekking, silver cloud peak, botanical garden, wildlife rescue center
- Bicycle rental for the country trips
- Boating in Van Long Wetland Reserve
- Night Tour/ Campfire (optional and subject to weather conditions)
Not Included:
- Travel Insurance
- Drinks and items of a personal nature
- Tips for tour staff
- Any other services not included above
Top Attractions Inside Cuc Phuong National Park with Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
1000-Year-Old Cho Tree
Hidden deep in the core of Cuc Phuong National Park, on a land which is now the park, the great ancient tree (1,000 years old), the Cho dau-tree, used to be a living relic of a long-gone age. Standing at around 66m tall and with a trunk that is wide enough to fit 20 adults in total, this remarkably giant tree is a popular highlight of all Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park itinerary. Walking the mossy path to it, through a jungle that teems with birdcalls and vines as thick as ropes, is nature in its most untrammeled state.
Ancient Human Cave
The Ancient Cave of Prehistoric Man (Dong Nguoi Xua) is merely a short walk to the main road, and you’ll be transported back thousands of years. Human remains, stone tools, and cultural artifacts dated to more than 7,500 years old have been recovered at archaeological digs here. It’s one of the most atmospheric stops on Ninh Binh Tours and offers visitors an extraordinary chance to stand where Vietnam’s first human inhabitants stood.
Wildlife Rescue Centers
One of the most rewarding aspects of the Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park is a visit to the Primate Rescue Center and the Reptile & Small Carnivore Center. These sanctuaries are well known worldwide for their dedication to saving, rehabilitating, and releasing endangered animals into the wild. Visitors can get nose to tail with Delacour’s langurs, pangolins, and rare turtles, while learning how they’re being protected by passionate local experts.
Discover Botanical Garden with Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
For plant enthusiasts and eco-curious travelers, the Botanical Garden is a green dream. With more than 800 native and nonnative plant species, this meticulously cared-for area of the park is both a research center and a tranquil walking area. It’s also prime bird, butterfly, and fungi-watching territory on your Ninh Binh Tours in the park.
Silver Cloud Peak (May Bac)
There are other choice excursions for the more adventurous on the 3-day Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park, Silver Cloud Peak, which at 648m would be a hike out of the choices offered. The hike is moderate, but well worth the effort, providing panoramic views of limestone cliffs, jungle valleys, and, on clear days, the ancient Bai Dinh Pagoda and Hoa Lu Citadel.
Silver Cloud Peak (Sours: vietnamteachingjobs)
Fossil Discovery with Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
Praise be, few visitors come to Cuc Phuong looking to stumble upon ancient fossils, and that is what makes this place beautiful. The fossilized remains of a dinosaur-era reptile, such as vertebra and rib sections, estimated to be more than 200 million years old, can be seen by guests. It’s an exciting highlight for science enthusiasts and young investigators on Ninh Binh Tours.
Firefly Tours & Nighttime Wildlife Viewing with Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
By night, however, Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park is anything but silent with glowing pathways and enigmatic rustlings. During the night wildlife tour, guests stroll under a starlit sky, as fireflies glow among the twists of ancient trees. Guides and a flashlight help you spot slow lorises, flying squirrels, possibly even a civet or something else skulking around the shadows, an unforgettable way to end a day in the jungle.
Essential Travel Tips & What to Bring from Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
What to Pack for Your Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
Before hopping on Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park, be sure your bag is packed for the magic (and the unexpected) that awaits in Vietnam’s best-loved rainforest. Essential items include:
- Shoes with excellent grip and unslick soles for slick trails
- A light raincoat (the forest loves an early afternoon shower)
- Bug spray to ward off mosquitoes
- Flashlight or headlamp for night walks and cave visits
- Power bank to keep your camera (or phone) fully charged
- Also nice to have: binoculars, sunhat, refillable water bottle, and small first-aid kit
If you pack the right items, you’ll feel comfortable and have great moments on every tour in the Ninh Binh Tours itinerary!
Eco-Friendly Travel Tips for Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park
As part of joining Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park is an act for we’re acting for wildlife. Here’s what you should do to help conserve.
- And always stay on designated trails, as you don’t want to endanger any of the delicate flora and fauna.
- Don’t go knocking on the bears’ homes (Don’t feed or harass wildlife)
- Pack out your trash – utilize reusable containers, say no to single-use plastics
- Honor the whisper of the woods and limit noise from music.
We support a Litter Free Environment on all Ninh Binh Tours. Your efforts ensure that Cuc Phuong National Park is protected for the benefit of future generations.
Conclusion
Ninh Binh Tours visit National Wildlife Park not only for the beauty of the pure wild, but also for the journey to discover the life of thousands of species of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Each moment, from ancient trees to glowing night walks, returns you to the rhythm of nature. Want to venture on your own? Let Ninh Binh Tours help you.
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