OVERVIEW
With over 45 species of birds and stunning landscapes that seem to have sprung from a fairy tale, Thung Nham Bird Park is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
Located in the picturesque Ninh Binh Province, Thung Nham Bird Park is a natural paradise that draws visitors from all over the world. With its lush forests, tranquil lakes, and breathtaking karst landscapes, Thung Nham is a place of great natural beauty and biodiversity. In this article, we will take you on a journey through the park's many attractions, from birdwatching and hiking to exploring its ancient caves.
5 reasons to visit Thung Nham
BEST TIME TO VISIT
You can visit Thung Nham Ninh Binh almost any time of the year. But we recommend to go here in the autumn time of the year (from September to November every year), that will be better because of the beautiful weather and little rain.
Otherwise, during the day you should visit Thung Nham Bird Park is in the early morning or late afternoon when the birds are most active.
The bird park Ninh Binh is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm daily, so it is recommended to arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon to take advantage of the best birdwatching opportunities.
Additionally, visiting during these times also allows for cooler temperatures and softer lighting, making it a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.
BEST THINGS TO DO IN THUNG NHAM
1. Thung Nham Bird Watching Area
As you enter the park, the first thing you will notice is the peaceful sound of chirping birds, which signals the start of a true birdwatcher's paradise.


Thung Nham Bird Park ecotourism is quite impressive, as the park is home to over 45 species of birds, including storks, egrets, herons, and kingfishers. The bird watching area in the park provides an ideal spot to observe the birds in their natural habitat. Visitors can take a boat tour around the park's lakes and wetlands, allowing them to get up close and personal with the feathered residents.
2. But Cave
But Cave is one of the highlights of Thung Nham Bird Park. The cave is home to an impressive stalactite system and boasts a unique ecosystem, with bats, swifts, and other wildlife calling it home.


3. Vai Gioi Cave
Vai Gioi Cave is one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders in Thung Nham Bird Park. Located deep within the heart of the park, this unique cave offers visitors an unforgettable experience that showcases the power and beauty of nature.
One of the most striking features of Vai Gioi Cave is the stunning natural light display that illuminates the caverns, creating an otherworldly atmosphere that is sure to leave you in awe.


4. The ancient banyan tree
The ancient banyan tree in Thung Nham Bird Park is a living symbol of the park's rich history and natural beauty. This stunning tree is over 1,000 years old and has grown to a massive size, with its sprawling roots and branches creating a natural canopy that provides shade and shelter to visitors.
Visitors can take a leisurely stroll around the tree, taking in the sights and sounds of the surrounding park. The tree is also a popular spot for photographers, who come from all over to capture its natural beauty and majestic presence.


5. Explore other famous destinations in Ninh Binh
Linh Coc Hai Nham
A wonderful place for taking a leisurely boat ride that takes you to explore the limestone cave, a perfect place for those who like traveling off the tourist trail. There are a few people who know the places. It locates Bich Dong pagoda and Thung Nham Eco-tourism site.
It takes about over 1 hour to explore two limestones cave. There is an option with a long journey is to travel from Linh Coc Hai Nham to Galaxy grotto area and back, which takes about 2.5 hours.
The entrance fee is about 60k (Approximately $3 per person). There is a suggestion with extra tips for the boat rower, about $1 USD per person.
Bich Dong pagoda
Bich Dong Pagoda is one of the well-known tourist attractions in Ninh Binh and only 2 miles away from Tam Coc. Bich Dong is a common site to visit for both day trips and overnight trips to Ninh Binh
To conquer the peak of the pagoda, you need to hike over 150 steep steps. The view of the top is truly amazing with limestone mountains, water, green rice paddy field.
My advice is to get there in the morning or afternoon to avoid the big crowd so you can take lots of awesome photos and enjoy your hiking pace. On the other hand, make sure you turn on the flashlight with your phone camera because you need to go through a dark cave to reach the top.
Tam Coc
It is a must-do for Ninh Binh, which offer an amazing boat ride with an awesome view of the limestone mountains, rice field and more. I recommend taking the boat ride in May so you are able to see the yellow paddy field when it comes to harvest season.
The boat ride takes around 1.5 to 2 hours, which takes you to explore 3 caves. There is sometimes due to the tidal because of heavy rain, you only see one cave instead of three caves. Most travelers prefer staying in the Tam Coc area because there is a wonderful rural area to check out with many things to do.
BEST HOTELS
Suggestion Restaurant
HOW TO GET THERE
By Motorbike: If you would like to travel by motorbike, you can go on the old National Highway 1A, through Ha Nam and head towards Ninh Binh Thanh Hoa.
Ninh Binh hasn't got airport yet, so the flight is not avaiable to Ninh Binh, but there are some airport near Ninh Binh province such as Cat Bi airport in Hai Phong and Noi Bai airport in Hanoi, so you can take the flight to these airport and go from these airport to Ninh Binh.
By tourist bus: You can book the tourist bus with Asian Discovery Travel. It's start around 7h30 - 8h00 am ( pick you up at your hotel), transfer you go to Thung Nham Garden. It's take more or less 2 hours from Hanoi to Thung Nham Garden. You will have a short break on the half way.
By local bus: You can take the bus go on Phap Van Cau Gie - Ninh Binh Highway. With a distance of about 90 km, it may take you around 1,5 hour to reach the center of Ninh Binh City. Then from Ninh Binh city, you will take grap or taxi to Thung Nham Garden.
You can easily go by train to come to Ninh Binh urban axis is situated on the North-South Railway. In Ninh Binh Province, there are also a lot of railway stations, including Ninh Binh, Cau Yen, Ghenh and Dong Giao Train Station. But the most popular is Ninh Binh train station. Some trains departing from Hanoi are SE1, SE3, SE5, SE7, SE9, SE19. It's take more or less 2 hours go by train from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. It's cost from 10 - 15usd/1 pax.

BEST SUGGESTIONS FOR TRAVELERS
Thung Nham Bird Garden is one of the most attractive destinations in Ninh Binh that you cannot miss. Beside Thung Nham, there will have other places to explore surround there that you can see such as Linh Coc Hai Nham, Tam Coc, Bich Dong Pagoda,...
In order to explore Thung Nham Bird Garden and some so famous places in Ninh Binh, we build up many diffenrent tour programs including from day tour and multiple tour, from group tour and private tour, from deluxe class tour and luxury tour that is so reasonable for almost tourists. You can select between different options here:
Day Tours:
Hoa Lu - Thung Nham 1 Day Private Tour
Hoa Lu - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 1 Day Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Thung Nham 1 Day Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 1 Day Private Tour
Bich Dong Pagoda - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 1 Day Private Tour
Hoa Lu - Tuyet Tinh Coc - Thung Nham 1 Day Private Tour
Tuyet Tinh Coc - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 1 Day Private Tour
Mutiple-Day Tours:
Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave - Bai Dinh - Thung Nham 2 Days 1 Night Group/ Private Tour
Hoa Lu - Tuyet Tinh Coc - Tam Coc - Bai Dinh - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 2 Days 1 Night Group/ Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Trang An - Bich Dong - Hoa Lu - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 2 Days 1 Night Group/ Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Trang An - Hoa Lu - Bich Dong - Thung Nham 2 Days 1 Night Group/ Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Tam Coc - Hoa Lu - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 2 Days 1 Night Group/ Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Tam Coc - Bich Dong - Thung Nham - Hang Mua 2 Days 1 Night Group/ Private Tour
Bai Dinh - Trang An - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Bich Dong - Thung Nham - Mua Cave 3 Days 2 Nights Group/ Private Tour
Otherwise, we also build several types of private tour that meet your requirments. Please contact us to have further information here or hotline (+84) 904908025
Traveling route:
Buy an entrance ticket at the ticket booth. Then hike Vai Gioi cave. Next, drive to the center, then take a sampan boat ride to explore Buddha cave. Then discover Mermaid cave. Then you have two options to visit the bird park:
Option 1 : Walk or ride a bike to a platform about 3 kilometers from the center gate for the best views of the birds.
Option 2 : Take another boat ride to visit the bird park. With this option, you can get close to the area where the birds nest.
What to bring
Sun screen
Sun glasses
Insect spray
Water bottleCash
Professional camera (if possible)
Walking shoes
Tour note
You are allowed to ride your own bike along the trail to the platform for bird watching. Bikes for rent are available at the bird park
Tour options
A guided tour from Hanoi is a good choice if youre willing to spend a little more. Traveling with a private tour guide and a car lets you see other famous sites nearby. Tours cost up to $85 per person, include entrance fee, lunch, and transfer.