The Duck Stop
Feed ducks, ride a buffalo, eat a proper family lunch at one of Vietnam's most loved farm stops, deep in Bong Lai valley.
From $8 (200.000 ₫) · lunch per person, duck show free · checked June 2026
Is it worth it?
Genuinely one of the most fun hours in Phong Nha. The host Mr Dao is a star, and kids absolutely love it. Skip it only if you're rushed.
Common questions
How much is lunch at the Duck Stop?
Set lunch is around $8 (200,000 VND/person, prices checked June 2026) and includes spring rolls, rice paper rolls, grilled meat or fish, and rice. The famous duck show and buffalo ride are free with lunch. Cash only, and book a day ahead in peak season.
How do you get to the Duck Stop from Phong Nha town?
It's about 8km from Son Trach into Bong Lai Valley, around 20 minutes by scooter or 40 minutes on a pushbike. Follow signs to Bong Lai, the Duck Stop is well marked off the main valley road. Most people stack it with Pub With Cold Beer and Wild Boar Eco Farm on the same loop.
Is the Duck Stop good for kids?
It's arguably the most kid-friendly stop in Phong Nha. The ducks come running for the food, the buffalo is gentle, and host Mr Dao knows how to entertain a crowd of all ages. Plan an hour and you'll struggle to leave.
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