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As a stunning ecotourism destination within the Trang An complex, Thung Nham Bird Park, or Thung Nham tourist area, is a place you should visit at least once in your lifetime. Here are the most comprehensive and detailed travel experiences at Thung Nham Bird Park that Vntrip.vn has compiled for your reference.
Where is Thung Nham Bird Park located?
Thung Nham Bird Park – A magnificent landmark in Ninh Binh (Photo: ST)
Thung Nham Bird Park (also known as Thung Chim) is located in Ninh Hai commune, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province. This place is situated in the heart of the famous Trang An scenic complex and is very close to Tam Coc - Bich Dong.
Directions to Thung Nham Bird Park
Getting to Thung Nham in Ninh Binh is not too difficult as there are specific directions on Google Maps as well as directional signs along the way.
Map to Thung Nham Bird Park from Hanoi (Photo: ST)
If you're coming from Hanoi, drive along the National Highway 1A. When you reach Ninh Binh city, you'll encounter a large archway at the intersection. Here, turn right, heading towards Tam Coc tourist area.
After passing through Tam Coc area, head towards Bich Dong Pagoda. At the intersection near the pagoda, turn left according to the signs. Then, keep driving straight and you'll arrive at Thung Nham tourist site.
At the Thung Nham ticket checkpoint, you can purchase boat tickets from the first section to visit But Cave. Otherwise, you can drive straight into the Thung Nham tourist area.
Thung Nham Entrance Fees
Standard ticket price: 100,000 VND/ adult
– Children from 0.8 to 1.3 meters: 50% discount. Children under 0.8 meters: free of charge.
– After 5:00 PM, visitors interested in exploring Thung Nham Bird Garden will receive a 50% discount on tickets.
You can refer to the complete price list provided by Doanh Sinh Travel Company:
Thung Nham Bird Garden Tour Price List (Photo: vuonchimthungnham.com)
What does Thung Nham Bird Garden offer?
As an eco-tourism area sprawling over 334 hectares, Thung Nham Bird Garden boasts numerous picturesque landscapes that you cannot miss. If time is limited, you should visit at least these 3 spots:
But Cave
But Cave at Thung Nham Bird Garden – “Encounter Buddha in the Cave” (Photo: ST)
But Cave is a natural limestone cave stretching 500m within the Thung Nham Bird Garden tourist area. Inside the cave, there is a beautiful limestone formation resembling a sitting Buddha by an underground stream. The cave is dark and lacks electric lighting systems, so visitors should bring along flashlights for exploration.
As mentioned on the route to Thung Nham Ninh Binh, it's advisable to purchase tickets at the first ticket checkpoint to explore But Cave.
Vai Gioi Cave
Vai Gioi Cave – Thung Nham Bird Garden (Photo: ST)
Vai Gioi Cave is a cave situated on a high mountain, spanning approximately 5000 m2 with 3 cave levels containing numerous stalactites and stalagmites divided into “Earthly Realm, Hell, and Heaven”. Legend has it that this is where ancient people held ceremonies to pray for favorable weather, abundant harvests, and prosperity. Almost all visitors to Thung Nham Bird Garden visit the cave to pray for a safe and enjoyable tour.
To visit Vai Gioi Cave, after passing through the 500m ticket checkpoint, turn right to head towards the cave. After overcoming the challenge of 439 stone steps, you will reach the cave entrance.
Bird Garden Area
Thung Nham Bird Garden is home to thousands of bird species (Photo: ST)
This is undoubtedly the most important destination of the Thung Nham Ninh Binh Bird Garden tourist area. The bird garden is the habitat of many bird species such as storks, ducks, herons, swallows, especially two rare species in the red book, the stork and the phoenix. The limestone mountain range stands tall against the backdrop of the blue water, with flocks of birds perching on branches creating a peaceful and picturesque scene rarely found elsewhere.
The best time to visit the bird garden is in autumn, when the weather is cool, around 5:00 PM when the birds return from foraging. However, if you can't arrange your schedule, you can visit from 5:00 AM to 7:00 AM or 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM to watch the birds fly, or from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM to return to Hanoi on the same day.
A banyan tree moving 300 years for 1 step at Thung Nham Bird Garden (Photo: ST)
If you have more time, you should explore all the other attractions at Thung Nham Bird Garden, such as: Fairy Cave, Orchard Area, Coral Cave, Moving banyan tree, Love Valley, etc.
Travel tips for Thung Nham Bird Garden
Key experiences to know when visiting Thung Nham Ninh Binh Bird Garden:
– Duration of travel: Ideally 2 days 1 night. Check the weather forecast beforehand to explore the most beautiful scenery.
– Travel itinerary: Sightseeing, “escape together”, wedding photoshoot, teamwork activities.
Thung Nham Bird Garden is an ideal teamwork destination (Photo: ST)
– Transportation: You can choose either a motorbike or a car to reach Thung Nham. Upon arrival at the ticket checkpoint, you must park your vehicle in the Thung Nham Bird Garden parking area, then proceed on foot or by boat to visit various attractions.
– Packing essentials: Pack light and compact. Include personal hygiene items, necessary medications (cold medicine, digestive aids, mosquito repellent), spare clothing, a small umbrella, and sports shoes.
– Prices: Within Thung Nham tourist area, accommodation and dining prices are relatively high. Therefore, you can arrange meals at Tam Coc and then visit Thung Nham, or bring along a picnic to save costs.
Don't forget to check out the best-priced hotels in Ninh Binh for your Ninh Binh trip. Wishing you all a pleasant journey filled with wonderful experiences at Thung Nham Bird Garden!
