Cave Exploring

Caves are attractive environments showcasing ancient deposits underground. Numerous caves abound the world, there is Torca Del Cerro in Spain, Orgnac Cave in France, Aurora Cave in New Zealand, etc.

While some caves are wild, there are those accessible and easily explored. Cave exploring groups such as Cody Cave explorers based in British Columbia are offering some tours which can be taken advantage of when into this adventure.

1. School Tours. School tours are being offered in June and September every year. School tours in some caves are being offered as part of the curriculum for team building, ecology, environmental conservation, earth science and the like.

2. Group Tours. One hour tours are given by cave exploring teams for groups of ten or more. There are two guides who usually accompany the explorers. A minimum of twenty visitors at a time are accommodated inside the cave. The group tour package is available during summer months.

3. Specialty Tours. Different people have different accompanying reasons in exploring caves. Some are just curious of how caves look like; others are just practicing their photographic techniques. Other people go into cave explorations to explore the mythical, symbolic, or spiritual dimensions of the caves. Whatever interest one may hold, certain groups of cave explorers can offer cave tours for different group.

Tours and Prices

Usually, two cave guides give one hour tour for teachers, students, parents, etc in about 200-300 meters of the cave. These guides also present related information about the cave, like caving ethics, history, or tips in cave exploration. For ages 13 and over, a $13.50 fee is paid and for those ages 12 and younger, there is a $9.00 charge as a regular admission fee. The first guide is paid $120 and if required, $95 is given for the second guide. 10% discount is given for groups in the regular admission. A $10.00/ person fee applies for larger groups.

A three hour tour is also available for groups with ages of 14 and above. A minimum of six members per group is assigned for each guide. This kind of tour is more challenging and is beneficial for those classes involved in team-building training. Certain cave exploring equipments are required such as cave boots. The group must be prepared for any challenges inside the cave. A waiver is signed by all participants as part of the insurance policies. The fee is $40.00/person.

Every cave tours have different themes; what is important is for the group to know that whatever reason they have in entering a cave, each tour must be under the principle of education, safety and entertainment.