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This marks the first time visitors will have the opportunity to explore the ancient Calocedrus rupestris forest - a natural treasure of Phong Nha-Ke Bang.

Within the core zone of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park lies a pristine Calocedrus macrolepis forest covering more than 3,000 hectares. (Photo: Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park)

Specifically, this eco-tourism project is part of the broader master plan for eco-tourism, leisure, and recreation in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, implemented by the Park Management Board - the official forest management unit. The project has a total investment of 4.2 billion VND, based on a cooperative investment model, and will be carried out until 2030.

The project does not involve any major infrastructure construction but will include essential installations such as sun and rain shelters at camping sites, reflective ribbons to mark routes inside caves, and other minimal facilities to support visitors during their tours.

Many Calocedrus rupestris trees estimated to be around 500 years old. (Photo: Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park)

The eco-tourism tour “Exploring the Calocedrus rupestris Forest and Kling Cave” offers three itineraries: a one-day trip, a two-day-one-night trip, and a three-day-two-night trip. The routes are designed scientifically to balance adventure and convenience, ensuring visitors can explore the natural wonders without excessive travel.

According to a representative of the Quang Tri Provincial People’s Committee, the “Exploring the Calocedrus rupestris Forest and Kling Cave” eco-tourism project aims to effectively tap into the potential of the Phong Nha-Ke Bang World Natural Heritage Site, develop sustainable eco-tourism products, create jobs, increase local income, and contribute to the provincial budget.

The beauty of Kling Cave (Photo: Ngoc Thuc/Dan Tri)

Together with other tourism products, this new eco-tour promises an extraordinary experience for visitors, allowing them to witness firsthand the Calocedrus rupestris forest - a species discovered in 2004. It is an ancient, rare, and endemic conifer species found only in the evergreen tropical forests of Phong Nha-Ke Bang and nowhere else in the world.

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