Marble Arch Caves

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The landscape encompassing the Marble Arch Caves was formed over 340 million years ago. Today this natural environment of caves, rivers, mountains, ancient woodlands, waterfalls and gorges offer an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the incredible range of activities and experiences the Marble Arch Caves have to offer. The Marble Arch Caves pay homage to the fascinating secrets of a world of subterranean rivers, winding passages, lofty chambers and an array of delicate cave formations. A carefully constructed path enables you to comfortably traverse the Marble Arch Caves whilst discrete lighting displays the cave features and delicate cave formations to their optimum. Our enthusiastic guides will lead you through awe-inspiring passages and further enhance your experience by interpreting the stories of this wonderous show cave. The tour lasts approximately 75 minutes and is suitable for people of an average fitness. It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to tour time to register at reception The standard guided cave tour is the Owenbrean River -Walking Cave Tour. Explore this underworld labyrinth as you trace the journey of the Owenbrean River and discover its energy as the waters gurgle and splash venturing deeper into the black abyss. Enlighten your senses as you smell, hear and feel this active living cave around you! This exciting tour follows the Yorkshire Ramblers exploratory route of 1935 past hidden tunnels, still pools, delicate formations and stunning reflections. Duration: 60- 75 minutes * Fitness: Average fitness Steps: 154 on exit of show cave Distance: 1.5 km Walking Tour (mixture of concrete path, boardwalk and stepped sections) *Underground water levels permitting on the day of your visit, your ticket will be automatically upgraded complementary to the Martel Tour. Your upgrade includes a short subterranean boat trip this tour is 75-minutes in duration.

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