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Cuc Phuong Entrance Fee Guide 2026

You need to pay a basic entry fee to enter Vietnam's oldest national park. Additional tickets are required for the wildlife rescue centers.

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In short

  • Basic adult entry is 60,000 VND.
  • Primate and Turtle centers cost around 50,000 VND extra.
  • Bring cash because ATMs are scarce in the area.
In this article
  1. What is the basic Cuc phuong entrance fee 2026?
  2. Do I need extra tickets for the conservation centers?
  3. Are there fees for the caves?
  4. Should I bring cash for tickets?
  5. Are entrance fees included in guided tours?

Planning your budget for the park is straightforward. Most visitors pay the basic gate fee and add tickets for the conservation centers near the entrance.

What is the basic Cuc phuong entrance fee 2026?

The basic entrance fee is 60,000 VND for adults.

Students pay a discounted rate of 20,000 VND. Children enter for 10,000 VND. This ticket grants you access to the main park road and standard hiking trails. You purchase it upon arrival at the park headquarters.

Visitor TypeBasic Entrance Fee
Adult60,000 VND
Student20,000 VND
Child10,000 VND

Do I need extra tickets for the conservation centers?

Yes, the rescue centers charge separate entry fees.

You will pay around 50,000 VND to access the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and the Turtle Conservation Center. These facilities rehabilitate rare wildlife. The fees directly support their daily operations.

Large turtle resting its front legs on a concrete ledge over water
Photo: tour listing on Viator
Collage of tour activities: boat rides, giant trees, and wildlife viewing
Ninh Binh One Day Cuc Phuong National Park Small Group Tour7 h to 8 h 4.7 (31)from $50

Are there fees for the caves?

Specific cave access requires separate fees.

Basic entry covers the main jungle paths. If you want to explore certain guided caves, you must pay supplementary fees. The Cave of Prehistoric Man is a frequent stop on many routes.

Should I bring cash for tickets?

You must bring Vietnamese Dong in cash.

ATMs are scarce near the park entrance. Pay for your entrance fees, center tickets, and any food with cash. Bring small bills for easier transactions.

Paved road winding through a lush green forest with tall trees
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Are entrance fees included in guided tours?

Many day tours from Hanoi or Ninh Binh include park tickets.

Read your tour inclusions carefully. Some tours cover the basic 60,000 VND entry and the rescue center fees. Others exclude entrance fees entirely, requiring you to pay an extra amount on the day.

Man looking through binoculars from a viewing platform over a dense jungle canopy
Cuc Phuong National Park Private Day Tour from Hanoi10 h to 11 h 4.9 (33)from $99

Questions travellers ask

Can I pay by credit card?

No, you need cash (Vietnamese Dong). ATMs are scarce in the park area.

Do students get a discount?

Yes. Students pay 20,000 VND for basic entry instead of the standard adult rate of 60,000 VND.

What is the total cost for an adult?

An adult paying for basic entry and the primary rescue centers will spend about 110,000 VND total.

small group tourfrom $50 on Viator
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