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Sung Sot Cave

Vuon Dao, Halong Bay +8433, Vietnam
+84.912550388
Ranked #3 of 6 attractions in Halong Bay
4.0 of 5 stars 43 Reviews
Type: Caverns/ Caves, Bodies of Water
Owner description: 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... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Auckland NZ
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Having been informed we were to visit a cave, did not expect much however very pleasantly surprised with well lit path through very large caves. Definitely worth a visit.

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I have wandered through the Sung Sot Cave many times and it has never failed to impress, most certainly one of natures wonders that has been well lit to show off its beauty. I have never found it to be overcrowded and if people wish to hurry through then simply let them go past and enjoy the amazing and always... More

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London, United Kingdom
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012 via mobile

What an amazing cave Nature has formed this cave into what it is today It's massive and it seems to go on forever The views from the top of it are incredible Def a must!

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Toronto, Canada
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Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

It is located Bo Hon island in Halong Bay. Organized boat or curise ship will take you to Sung Sot Cave. It is one of the finest and biggest grottoes of Halong Bay. It divived into three chambers. One is like a wide theatre hall. Many stalactities hang from the high ceiling with various forms and shapes. After the narrow... More

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Langkawi, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

we visited the surprise cave while doing an overnight cruise with Galaxy. Very big cave with good lightening and save pathes to walk around. When entering and exiting there you have the possibility to make some nice photoshots from the bay with boats there.

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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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74 reviews 74 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Well worth a visit to this cave. Very beautiful place.

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Suzhou, China
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
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We rented a private boat for our party of 8 and visiting the cave was part of the tour. The view from te entrance and exit is great and the cave itself is big and easy to walk. The cave itself isn't as impessive as the surroundings.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

Awesome cave & a great start to the cruise. Big crowds though & you do get herded through like sheep.

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MUMBAI
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

It is nice and real, except for the stories revolving around the shapes of the limestone stalagmites... Very nicely preserved and presented by the tour guides..

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Hanoi, Vietnam
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

The cave would be nicer if that left it natural. Fake lighting, graffiti, souvenir stalls and the fact that every boat come here (at least 100 tourists in the cave at a time) ruin the experience.

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