Top Things to do in Ninh Binh Province
The 6 Best Nature & Wildlife Areas in Ninh Binh Province, Ninh Binh Province
Discover the best top things to do in Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam including Turtle Conservation Centre, Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh, Van Long Nature Reserve, Endangered Primate Rescue Centre, Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Trang An Co, Thung Nham Bird Park.
Restaurants in Ninh Binh Province
1. Turtle Conservation Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh - Here the Bears Can Choose! With the newly built BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh, FOUR PAWS aims to contribute significantly to end bear farming in Vietnam, and provide a haven for bears – whether confiscated or voluntarily given up by their owners – where they will be cared for properly. Parallel with rescuing and rehabilitating former bile bears all across Vietnam, we have been carrying out continuous education programs for the younger generation to enhance their awareness of animal welfare, nature protection and biodiversity conservation. We also have our own shop to sell environmentally and locally produced souvenirs, as well as a bistro overlooking the tranquil sanctuary serving tasty vegan/vegetarian dishes made from fresh, locally grown ingredients. All of our income will go directly towards taking care of our bears. Free entrance, Wi-Fi, and parking for EVERYONE! Open every day from 9AM - 5PM, including weekends and holidays!
Reviewed By ChiaraBren - Hanoi, Vietnam
I didn't even know about the problem of bile bears still being kept at farms around Vietnam. It was grueling to see the fate of so many bears that are being kept in this small cages for all their life! Saving them is an important act of humanity. The Bear sanctuary in Ninh Binh does an amazing job, the bears are really happy in their new home! Thanks for the tour and the great gift shop!
3. Van Long Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 664 reviews
Very beautiful landscape, they have about 9 wonderful caves.
Reviewed By srvctraveler - Denver, United States
This is a beautiful nature preserve in Ninh Binh province that hasn't been discovered and over-run with tourists like Trang An and Tam Coc. Similar natural features, but smaller scale, and the boat tours are still run by the locals on a small scale. We went out in a small bamboo boat paddled by a friendly young woman who made conversation in her limited English and our limited vietnamese, but she taught us the names of birds, pulled snails out of the water to show us. We saw quite a few water birds, including storks, though we didn't get to see the Langurs who are native to the area (we think we heard some vocalizing however). Most of the other visitors were Vietnamese families and groups on a sunday outing, all of whom, including the children, wanted to greet us. Unlike Trang An and Tam Coc, we didn't feel pressured to buy anything or tip, though we were delighted to tip this young woman who had given us such a pleasurable visit.
4. Endangered Primate Rescue Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 52 reviews
The Endangered Primate Rescue Center is a not for profit project dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, breeding, research and conservation of Vietnam's endangered and critically endangered primate species. First established in 1993, through a collaboration between Frankfurt Zoological Society and Cuc Phuong National Park, the center is presently managed under the umbrella of the Vietnam Primate Conservation Program, jointly operated by Zoo Leipzig and Cuc Phuong National Park. More than 180 animals have been born at the center, some being the first of their species to be born in captivity, including the critically endangered Cat Ba langur, Delacours langur and the Grey shanked douc langur.
Reviewed By hanlawrence_ - Sydney, Australia
This center was incredible. Our tour guide was lovely and the monkeys were beautiful. She told us so much about the monkeys and it was great to hear what work the center does to secure the safety and continuation of these species. Thankyou!
5. Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Trang An Co
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4.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By LebaoMummy - Singapore, Singapore
A recently opened to public attraction in Ninh Binh. A short hike of 2000+ steps up to the peak, good view. Didn't take the boat rides as we already taken a similar one at Trang An. Worth a visit, free to enter excluding the boat ride.
6. Thung Nham Bird Park
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3.5 based on 105 reviews
Thung Nham Ecotourism Zone in Ninh Hai commune, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province is one of the famous tourist spots with amazing wild beauty - notably the bird park, which is attracting many domestic and foreign tourists to visit. Situated 7km to the West of Tam Coc Boat Station, Thung Nham is your much needed relief after the chaos of the city and throngs of tourists.
Reviewed By tomrJ7089JC - Bilbao, Spain
I didn't really have an expectations when I arrived at Thung Nham, I'd been vaguely told that it was a good spot to see lots of birds in the evening. I wasn't expecting the place to be so big, and with more work being done it should be a truly great afternoon out for tourists when the country reopens. I wish I'd arrived earlier as I only really had a chance to explore Mermaids Cave (mind your head!) before settling in to watch the birds at dusk. I've been in Vietnam for a while and it's sadly not a country with a huge amount of wildlife, so it warmed my soul to see the hundreds of herons and egrets that best here. Because I arrived late and was on my own, I wasn't able to take a boat ride to get closer to the birds but I was very happy perched on a viewing platform. Aside from the birds, I also found the park to be a lovely place to stroll around and works have happily spent much longer here had I not got my timings wrong and got here too late. I'll definitely make plans to visit again next time I'm in Ninh Bình
