Feed 100 Ducks in Ninh Binh 

Yes, you can feed ducks near Tam Coc.

The experience takes place at Dundj Valley, a family-run farm hidden inside a limestone valley in Ninh Binh.

Visitors enter the valley by a small boat through a natural water cave before meeting the animals and exploring the farm.

At a glance

Location: Near Tam Coc, Ninh Binh
Experience: Duck feeding and family farm visit
Best for: Couples, families, young travelers and photographers
Access: Boat through a natural cave
Booking: Recommended before arrival

The ducks at Dundj Valley are not kept only for visitors or photographs.

They live freely around the family farm, swim in the valley’s natural water and move between the trees, fields and animal areas throughout the day.

Visitors feed them with rice grown and harvested by the Dundj family rather than industrial animal feed.

The number of ducks around you can change with the season and time of day.

Sometimes they gather calmly.

Sometimes the whole flock comes running.

Either way, it is farm life happening naturally—not a staged performance.

A typical visit begins with the journey into Dundj Valley.

1. Arrive at the valley meeting area

Leave your bicycle or motorbike near the Dundj Valley Parking Area and continue towards the boat dock.

2. Enter by boat

A member of the family takes you through a natural water cave into the hidden valley.

3. Meet the ducks

The family provides rice and shows you where to feed the flock.

4. Explore the farm

Walk around the valley, meet other animals and discover how the family continues its self-sufficient countryside life.

5. Stay for a local meal

Visitors may also combine the farm visit with lunch, dinner or a cooking experience using seasonal ingredients from the valley.

Duck feeding is a simple activity, but it often becomes one of the moments visitors remember most.

The ducks do not wait politely.

They gather around the rice, follow visitors and quickly turn a quiet farm visit into something lively and funny.

It is especially enjoyable for:

• Families looking for an easy activity with children

• Couples wanting a fun shared memory

• Young travelers creating Instagram or TikTok content

• Visitors who prefer real local life to a staged attraction

• Animal lovers and slow travelers

The experience is visual and playful, but its value goes beyond photographs.

It shows how animals, rice, water, farming and family life remain connected inside the valley.

Many travelers first notice Dundj Valley because of the animals.

But the valley itself is the real experience.

After feeding the ducks, you may also see buffaloes, chickens, geese, fish and the family’s Rocket Pigs.

You can walk beside the water, explore the farm, relax beneath the trees or learn how the family grows and prepares part of its own food.

Depending on the visit selected, you may also:

• Take a boat through the natural cave

• Join small farm activities

• Walk through the limestone landscape

• Enjoy a family-hosted meal

• Cook with seasonal farm ingredients

• Swim in the natural freshwater area when conditions allow

• Spend quiet time away from the busier attractions

Many people arrive because of the ducks.

They remember the valley.

Dundj Valley is a good choice when you want something more local and relaxed than another conventional sightseeing stop.

It may suit you if:

• You are staying around Tam Coc or Bich Dong

• You have approximately three or four free hours

• You enjoy animals, farming and countryside life

• You are travelling with children

• You prefer small-scale experiences

• You want to combine nature with a local meal

Consider another option if:

• You only have a very short stop

• You need direct car access to the entrance

• You do not want to travel by small boat

• You are looking only for a quick restaurant meal

Where is it?
Dundj Valley is located in the countryside near Tam Coc and Bich Dong, Ninh Binh.

How do visitors enter?
The final part of the journey is completed by boat through a natural water cave.

Can cars enter the valley?
No. Cars cannot reach the valley itself. Visitors should follow directions to the official meeting and parking area.

Is it suitable for children?
Yes. Duck feeding and gentle farm exploration are popular with families. Adults should supervise young children near water and animals.

Do I need to book?
Advance contact is recommended so the family can prepare the boat, food and visit.

Can I eat there?
Yes. Family meals and cooking experiences may be available, including vegetarian food when requested in advance.

What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, sun protection, drinking water and clothes suitable for a natural countryside environment.