Son Doong Cave
Located within Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, Thuong Trach Commune, Quang Tri Province
Production ready
PAI 3.1
Crew size: Small (1-15)
Processing time: 6 days
Category: Natural landscapes
Son Doong Cave - A world-class cave environment. Son Doong Cave is located in Thuong Trach Commune, Quang Binh Province, within the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. It is one of the most iconic caves in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang karst system and is currently recognized by UNESCO as having the largest known cave passage in the world in terms of diameter and continuity. Son Doong is distinguished by the massive scale of its cavern, its underground river system, stalactite formations, and geological landscapes, all formed through the long-term evolution of the karst system. UNESCO recognizes Son Doong as a site of outstanding geological and geomorphological significance within the heritage area. The contrast in scale between human subjects and the cavern space allows for the capture of panoramic shots, wide-angle cinematography, and scenes that emphasize depth and natural grandeur. Given its unique geological characteristics and spatial scale, Son Doong Cave is well-suited for nature documentaries, scientific films, exploration programs, and feature films requiring pristine, large-scale cave settings, particularly for content focusing on geology, the environment, and natural exploration. Information compiled from: PTIT Photo credits: Oxalis Adventure, Tran Tuan Viet
Location fees
General information
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Deposit
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Notes
There is currently no legally mandated standard fee. Film crews should contact the location management unit directly for specific guidance.
Filming location fee schedule
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Applicable policy
Fee discount/waiver policy
Preferential policies are available for domestic and international film crews.
Applicable conditions
Film crews must submit a formal request detailing the scale of the crew, filming duration, and may be required to provide a script or content summary for approval by the management authority: - For international film crews: Applications must be submitted to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to obtain a permit for providing film production services in Vietnam. The processing time is 20 days from the date of receiving a complete and valid application. - For domestic film crews: No permit is required from state cinema management agencies, but permission must be obtained directly from the entity managing the location.
Location rules
Contact and obtain approval from the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park Management Board prior to filming.
Do not impact, drill, chisel, or attach equipment to the cave structure or natural formations.
Do not disturb, damage, or alter stalactites, geological formations, water surfaces, or cave structures.
Fully comply with safety requirements, especially when using boats and filming within the cave environment.
Adhere to the instructions provided by the National Park Management Board and on-site operators.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
Car / 16-seat vehicle
Motorbike
Production support
Drone filming allowed
Night filming allowed
Facilities
Waiting area
Set building area
Water source
Restrooms
Special Hazards
Rugged, uneven, and steep rocky terrain.
Risk of slipping and accidents in cave terrain.
Location map
Contact information
Temperature
33.7°C
Feels like 28.3°C
Weather
Mưa nhẹ
Humidity 76%
Wind direction
West
12.9 m/s
Sunrise / sunset
