Blue Diamond Camp is the largest campsite in Quang Binh province, located in Xuan Trach commune, Bo Trach district. Nestled in the buffer zone of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, Blue Diamond Camp is surrounded by a peaceful and private space, completely separate from residential areas.
Let’s explore how to get to Blue Diamond Camp from major cities in the article below.
Dong Hoi/Phong Nha to Blue Diamond Camp
Blue Diamond Camp is about 20km from Phong Nha – Ke Bang Tourism Center and 55km from Dong Hoi city center.
Visitors can choose from various means of transportation such as taxis, motorbikes, or private cars to travel from Dong Hoi or Phong Nha to Blue Diamond Camp.
Additionally, Blue Diamond Camp also offers private shuttle services at the following rates:
- From Phong Nha – Blue Diamond Camp: VND 450,000/way/7 seats .
- From Dong Hoi – Blue Diamond Camp: VND 800,000/way/7 seats.
How To Get to Blue Diamond Camp from Major Cities
Hanoi to Blue Diamond Camp
With a distance of over 500km, there are many transportation options from Hanoi to Blue Diamond Camp for you to choose from:
- By Plane
Vietnam Airlines is the only airline operating direct flights from Hanoi to Dong Hoi (Dong Hoi Airport). Ticket prices usually range from VND 1,000,000 to VND 3,000,000 depending on the booking time. The flight time is about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Afterward, you can travel from Dong Hoi Airport to Blue Diamond Camp by the following methods:
- Shuttle Bus
Blue Diamond Camp offers a private shuttle service between Dong Hoi and the campsite, saving you time and effort in transportation.
- Taxi
You can easily find taxis at Dong Hoi Airport.
- By Bus
Currently, there are many bus companies offering direct trips from Hanoi to Phong Nha. The travel time is about 8 hours, so you can travel the night before to arrive in Phong Nha the next morning. Bus tickets usually range from VND 350,000 to VND 500,000, depending on the bus company and type of bus. Some bus companies you should consider are Hung Long, Camel Travel, Queen Bus, etc.
- By Train
The North-South railway line has many trains stopping at Dong Hoi station daily. You can choose trains such as SE7, SE9, SE5, SE3, SE19, SE1, QB1, SE11. Train ticket prices depend on the type of seat and train you choose, usually ranging from VND 300,000 to VND 800,000.
The travel time is about 10-12 hours, so you can travel the night before to arrive at Dong Hoi station the next morning. To know the exact departure time and book tickets, visit the website dsvn.vn or go directly to Hanoi station.
- By Car
If you want to be flexible with your time and schedule, you can drive from Hanoi to Dong Hoi via National Highway 1A or Ho Chi Minh Road. However, you must know the long distance and traffic conditions to ensure safety.
Ho Chi Minh City to Blue Diamond Camp
- By Plane
This is the fastest and most convenient way to get to Phong Nha. You can fly to Dong Hoi Airport (Quang Binh) with airlines such as Vietnam Airlines or Vietjet Air.
Ticket prices usually range from VND 1,000,000 to VND 3,000,000, depending on the booking time. The flight time is about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Afterward, you can travel from Dong Hoi Airport to Blue Diamond Camp by Blue Diamond Camp’s shuttle bus or taxi.
Note: If you want to save money and have more time to explore other tourist attractions, you can fly to Hue or Da Nang (usually with cheaper airfares), then take a train or bus to Dong Hoi and travel to Blue Diamond Camp.
- By Train or Bus
Taking a train or bus is a suitable option if you want to experience an interesting journey and enjoy the scenery. However, the travel time by train or bus is quite long, about 12-14 hours, and may not be as comfortable as other means of transportation.
After arriving in Dong Hoi, continue your journey to Blue Diamond Camp by taxi or Blue Diamond Camp’s shuttle bus.