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    Full Day Boat Trip from Halong City
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    Halong Bay Day Cruise to Sung Sot Cave and Ti Top Island from Hanoi
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    Halong Bay Full-Day Guided Tour Including Cruise, Kayaking and Lunch from Hanoi
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    Situated in the centre of the UNESCO-declared World Heritage area, the Sung Sôt or Surprise Grotto is on Bo Hòn Island, and is one of the finest and widest grottoes of Ha Long Bay.Ascending to the grotto, the way is covered by trees and foliage, and consists of great paved stone blocks.Inside, it is partitioned into two chambers; the first one being similar to a wide theatre hall. Many stalactites hang from the high ceiling, with numerous possible forms and shapes.

    About Sung Sot Cave

    Situated in the centre of the UNESCO-declared World Heritage area, the Sung Sôt or Surprise Grotto is on Bo Hòn Island, and is one of the finest and widest grottoes of Ha Long Bay.Ascending to the grotto, the way is covered by trees and foliage, and consists of great paved stone blocks.Inside, it is partitioned into two chambers; the first one being similar to a wide theatre hall. Many stalactites hang from the high ceiling, with numerous possible forms and shapes.
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    “stalactites and stalagmites” (30 reviews)
    “coloured lights” (22 reviews)
    “worth a visit” (30 reviews)
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    Halong Bay, Vietnam
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    1 - 10 of 848 reviews

    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Amazing

    Most beautiful cave in Halong Bay and the biggest too. The cave is very small at the first part and much bigger inside. Hughe stalactites. Must see

    Thank vickie k
    Reviewed yesterday
    A great cruise that picked from HALONG SAPA EXPERTS

    We picked a nice cruise from HALONG SAPA EXPERTS site agent and enjoyed our overnight cruise in Halong Bay and visited the cave as well as some other great attractions and meals were included as well. Really enjoy !

    Thank frangranelka
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Family vacations

    Very nice the cave even that you need to walk up, but is something that you should really visit very nice to see the cave and as well the view from there is beautiful

    Thank cachgv
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Nice side trip!

    Part of a tour as a side trip to Ha Long Bay. Walk up the side of a mountain out in the bay. Photo opportunities good. Most boats working the bay use this place as one to sightsee and give a presentation on the history...More

    Thank Tony C
    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Worth the climb

    We were pleased that we were able to complete the climb up to the cave in the heat! It is worthwhile looking at and is one of the larger caves we have seen.

    Thank Judave
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Did enjoy an overnight cruise with HALONG SAPA EXPERTS

    We did enjoyed an overnight cruise with HALONG SAPA EXPERTS website agent and loved our tours to see Sung Sot cave, pearl farm, floating fishing village and enjoyed great food at meals. Definitely recommend !

    Thank handle9011
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Mesmerizing experience

    The cavern is lighted and easy to walk through, beautiful in an eerie and wondrous way. It was well worth the trip.

    Thank Suzette S
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Just another cave, too many people, too hot

    It's cool that caves like these exists. However, there are too many people here so there is always a long line up. Walking through the cave is cool but it's hard to find a scenic spot with so many tourists. Oh yeah it's also freaking...More

    Thank Chau-Minh P
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    The Surprise Caves

    Hi if u have not been in caves before this is worth the climb up. There is real good steps which are a little wet. Recommend u wear shoes.

    Thank Moffy
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    amazing cove

    This place is very unique, in terms of variety of attraction. no one imagine that Ha long bay can have such a great cove. As Ha long bay it self is most beautiful place. This is icing on the cake. Surprisingly this cove was discovered...More

    Thank Mil D
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    Hyunseon P
    10 April 2017|
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    Response from Aggiesmith | Reviewed this property |
    I went there as part of a tour so I have no idea regarding cost etc. Sorry
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