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Cave of the Winds Tours
Discovery Tour | Lantern Tour | Other Ways To Enjoy The Cave
Discovery Tour
Our most popular tour is an inspiring exploration into the surprising wonders of the underground. Marvel at geologic formations through raw passageways and across several caverns. Be awed with amazing historical tales and breathtaking sights of time evolved. Treasure the natural lessons of the earth. Treat yourself and your family to one of America’s greatest show caves.
The Discovery Tour is an easy walk led by a knowledgeable guide. It lasts about 40—45 minutes. The natural conditions of the caves keep the temperature a pleasant 54 degrees F, but make them inaccessible to strollers, baby backpacks (unless worn in front), and wheelchairs. The tour is not recommended for persons with heart and/or respiratory problems or who might be/are pregnant.
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 Discovery Tour Prices:
• Adults $18
• Children (6—11) $9
• Children 5 years and younger are FREE
Discovery Tour Hours:
• Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend: tours leave approximately every 15—30 minutes, with the last tour leaving at 8 p.m. Given the tour’s popularity, summer guests might experience a wait of at least 30—40 minutes from the time your ticket is purchased to the start of an available tour.
• Winter hours: tours daily, leaving approximately every 30 minutes. The last tour leaves at 4:30 p.m.
Lantern Tour
This unique tour is for the especially brave and curious Geo|Venturer!
 Early cave explorers had only dim flames to light their way underground. Entering a cave was an eerie, astonishing journey into the unknown. But with each brave step forward, the wonders of the raw depths leapt to life in the moving light.
Now you can relive the anticipation, thrill, and awe of your ancestors. Dare to explore deep cave passages by the warm glow of hand-held lanterns. Marvel at the guide’s incredible nuggets of geology and area history. Shiver at tales of frightening folklore and baffling occurrences. Be inspired by the silent, living earth. Experience the enchantment of the caves as they can only be seen… by dim lantern light.
The Lantern Tour lasts about 1½ hours. Some stopping and shuffling is required, and athletic shoes are highly recommended for sure footing. Due to the mysterious nature and physical requirements of the Lantern Tour, it is not recommended for persons with heart and/or respiratory problems and women who might be/are pregnant. Children aged 5 years and younger are not allowed.
This very popular tour has both limited space and tour time availability—so don’t be disappointed, buy your tickets online in advance!
Lantern Tour Prices:
• Adults $22
• Children (ages 6—11) $12
• Children 5 and under are not permitted
Lantern Tour Hours:
• Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend: most days, tours leave on the hour, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Winter hours: most weekends at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Call for more detailed information.
Other Ways to Enjoy the Cave
Weddings are unique and memorable at Cave of the Winds. The Bridal Chamber, an obvious favorite for weddings, can accommodate a total of up to 15 members of the bridal party and guests. The cost for the Bridal Chamber wedding is $200. Also available is Canopy Hall, which can accommodate up to 25 in the bridal party and guests. Canopy Hall weddings are available for $250.
Wedding ceremonies can only be scheduled before or after our normal business hours, which are 9 a.m.—9 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend and 10 a.m.—5 p.m. from Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day weekend. We require full payment 10 days after the date the reservation is made.
Special Events also can be arranged at Cave of the Winds, including use of our pavilion.
For more detailed wedding and special event information, please call (719) 685-5444, ext. 5056, or send us an e-mail.
School Groups
• Kindercave Adventures: Let’s Go Batty!
• Adventure of the Dark: Trogloxenes, Troglophiles, and Troglobites!
• Underground Adventure
• High School Grands
• Snider’s Summer Camp
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