Canh Cao sinkhole is a new destination that has recently attracted the attention of adventure lovers because of its "beautiful natural wonder".
Canh Cao sinkhole is 150 m deep. formed from the collapse of the ceiling of a large cave. The sinkhole is hidden in Non Nuoc Cao Bang Global Geopark - a place recognized by UNESCO in 2018.
According to the Hoa An District Cultural Center, the sinkhole, named Kong Collapse, was recently discovered and put into adventure tourism in 2023 after more than millions of years of sleeping in the deep forests of Cao Bang.
Pham Van Manh, 30 years old, from Hai Duong , said that he and a group of friends had explored Canh Cao sinkhole in December 2022 (photo). According to him, Canh Cao sinkhole is a pristine area that has not been exploited for mass tourism.
The trip to Canh Cao sinkhole was very coincidental for Manh. When he went to explore the Thang Hen lake area, Manh heard from the locals that there was a sinkhole near the lake. deep and large, few people can access. With a passion for exploration, his group decided to organize an exploration trip.
The weather in Cao Bang at that time was quite cold, making exploration difficult. difficult. Manh and his group trekked 3 km of forest road in Thang Hen Lake Nature Reserve to reach the mouth of the pit.
His team set up a safety anchor system and dropped ropes to go down for the expedition. Each member of the team had to wear specialized equipment including: helmets, expedition belts, equipment for going down and going up the rope. along with safety hooks to ensure the Abseiling rope is pulled down the hole.
Abseiling is the act of moving down a rope from a height, possibly from a cliff, sinkhole or cave, using safety equipment. According to him, the height of this Abseiling was about 80m from the top to the bottom of the sinkhole.
When he got there, he was overwhelmed by the large underground cave system, with many passages leading to different exits. The bottom of the sinkhole was also a primeval forest ecosystem with many types of ferns and palm trees. makes Manh feel "like lost in prehistoric times".
Following the sunlight shining in the cave, Manh's group came out just as it was getting dark. "It feels satisfying to overcome a personal challenge," Manh said.
In addition to the ecosystem of primary forests and caves at the bottom of sinkholes, with Manh, The experience of swinging from the top down as well as hanging on the rope in the middle of the hole was unforgettable for him. "It is worth trying once in your life," Manh said.
He emphasized that the journey to conquer Canh Cao sinkhole is difficult and challenging, only for experienced people who know how to use safe exploration equipment.
After exploring Canh Cao, the group of tourists stopped to rest and admire the scenery outside the sinkhole. Manh said that tourists can experience more activities such as SUP rowing in Thang Hen Lake and exploring underground caves nearby, going through the mountain to explore Ky Rang Cave, and exploring Mat Than Mountain Valley.
If you want to experience, visitors should go in large groups or tours to ensure safety, with a guide who understands the area. In addition, visitors need to practice physical fitness before the trip, should have experience in trekking, mountain climbing, ziplining with safety equipment, prepare suitable clothes, trekking shoes.
Strong note Because Canh Cao sinkhole does not have developed tourism services, visitors need to prepare enough food and water for the exploration process.
The best time to visit and explore this place is from October to April of the following year. Although the entire valley is surrounded by lush green grass, the period from May to September of each year often has rain, the roads are slippery and wet, which is potentially dangerous.
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