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My wife and I did the 2 day 1 night Hang Tien excursion with Hung (pronounced Hong). This was one of the best adventures we’ve done. The trek itself was difficult at times (sharp limestone rock, steep uphill/downhills) and very hot/humid (>100 F at night with 80% humidity) but it was so worth it. Hung and his team make the trek relaxed, fun, and he shares information and facts along the way. You go through three different caves total, and they are total pro’s at knowing where the best picture spots/angles/lighting are. During the breaks, the porters/team all fan you to cool you off. There’s plenty of water provided. We brought our own boots (highly recommend)- don’t worry, they don’t get destroyed, just a bit muddy, easily cleaned afterwards. No leeches at all (something we were quite worried about prior to the trip) but there were tons of mosquitos so be sure to bring bug spray/deet. The sights are breathtaking and this is a once in a lifetime adventure that is a must-do in Vietnam.…
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Date of experience: July 2022
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Response from Lan L, Người quản lý at Oxalis Adventure
Responded 5 days ago
Hi Kaushal! We're pleased to receive this wonderful feedback from you and would like to thank you for being part of our 2-Day Hang Tien Discovery. Hang Tien is the biggest dry cave of the enormous Tu Lan Cave System and we're so glad that you could enjoy the experience thoroughly and appreciate this trip. Hung is certainly an excellent tour guide and we'll happily convey your kind comments to him and the rest of the team that accompanied you on tour. Once again, thank you for choosing Oxalis Adventure and recommending it! We look forward to taking you on another amazing journey in the near future. Best regards, Oxalis Adventure Team
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I did the Hang En cave with a group of friends and we all absolutely loved it. The first day is mostly down hill and then flat the majority of the way. It was the middle of summer when we went so it was definitely hot, but they supply you with water and stop along the way to rest. We personally felt the pace was a bit slow at times, but that is mostly chalked up the broader group rather than the guides. The food that's provided is delicious and they cater to vegetarians - literally noone went hungry and there was almost always left overs. Everything is well organised and there's toilets at the campsite and the cave and the swimming is honestly surreal and was just an amazing experience! The trek back is definitely more difficult, and it's 450m elevation and we were all incredibly sweaty afterwards but they have cold drinks at the end. Our tour guides (Dong, Trying and Hong) were lovely and helpful along the way. One of us forgot left some shoes behind at oxalis office and Dong was even so long and delivered them to our homestay afterwards! Shout out to the porters as well, who carried all our stuff? Dong …
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Date of experience: July 2022
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Response from Lan L, Người quản lý at Oxalis Adventure
Responded 2 weeks ago
Hi Anna! Thank you for participating in our Hang En Adventure. It's great to receive your rave feedback about the tour you took with us! We are pleased you enjoyed the activities, meals, landscapes and had such a great time experiencing with the Oxalis team, especially Mr. Dong, Hong, and Gang (Trying). We will also pass your review on to your guides. We wish you all the best in your continued travels and hope to see you again soon in Phong Nha for another adventure with Oxalis team! Cheers, Oxalis Adventure Team
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Well run operation. Great mix of flat and limestone crag jungle followed by the amazing caves and a tasty field lunch. Phi was a great guide! Although only 4km out and same back, in July heat/humidity that will be enough for the average unaclimatised tourist from my pov.
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Date of experience: July 2022
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Response from Lan L, Người quản lý at Oxalis Adventure
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear CarcharadonMegaladon, Thank you for joining our Tu Lan Experience - 1 day and leaving behind this lovely feedback! It is our mission to bring the best experience to customers, so we're happy to hear that you enjoy this trip. Once again, thank you for choosing Oxalis Adventure! We hope you visit us again in the future to have a longer and wilder adventure experience in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park! Best regards, Oxalis Team
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This tour is excellent. They really go the extra mile to make sure that you are taken care of on the tour. Some of the other reviews say this as well, but for the hang en cave tour, it’s about a 3Km downhill, then 8k flat along the river into the cave. Just keep in mind you have to come back up that the next day. The porters are great and helped our group carry their backpacks when some of the group was struggling to get back up :) as a separate note, I would avoid staying at the oxalis home. It’s not that the place is particularly bad, but for the price they charge, it left room for improvement on multiple fronts, I stayed at Karst Villas the night before OxalisHome for the exact same cost, and I found myself wishing I had just booked another night there, considering that OxalisTour will provide a shuttle for you anyway.…
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Date of experience: July 2022
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Response from Lan L, Người quản lý at Oxalis Adventure
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear EvanBCAUSA, Thank you to your group for joining our 2 - Day Hang En Cave Adventure. You’re amazing at conquering all challenges of this adventure! We feel delighted to receive this feedback from you on the entire trip and the guide team. Your notes for future adventurers are highly appreciated! Once again, thank you for choosing Oxalis Adventure and we hope to welcome you in Phong Nha again and take you on yet another thrilling adventure! Best regards, Oxalis Adventure Team
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Went for the TuLan 2 days trek. All the logistics were well planned. Felt safe despite the challenging terrain. The campsite was a lovely surprise-clean and no litter. Well organised despite there being a private tour as well as our group. Never were there time where I felt rushed. Thank you Truc and the safety officers Hai and Tam. Despite my glasses fogging up in the humidity and thus affecting my balance and depth perception, I felt safe and well taken care of. Food were ample and delicious.…
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Date of experience: June 2022
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Response from Lan L, Người quản lý at Oxalis Adventure
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear Cliew68 Thank you for joining Tu Lan 2 days trek with Oxalis Adventure and leaving behind this great review for us to cherish! At Oxalis, we aim at providing customers with the greatest and most unique adventure tour of their lives and we’re glad you could enjoy the experiences on the trip. We'll be sure to convey your regards to the Truc, Hai, Tam and the rest of the team! Once again, we would like to thank you for choosing us and recommending our tours. We look forward to hosting you in Phong Nha again for yet another thrilling adventure into the wilderness with Oxalis! Best regards,
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