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Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Duration
3+ hours
Audio Points
19
Tour Stops
2

About The Tour

Join Shaka Guide as we visit one of the most spellbinding caves on the entire planet. Our driving tour guides you into the park, providing context and history to this stunning subterranean world. You’ll also hear additional stories near the cave entrance and visitor center, to help you make the ...

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Join Shaka Guide as we visit one of the most spellbinding caves on the entire planet. Our driving tour guides you into the park, providing context and history to this stunning subterranean world. You’ll also hear additional stories near the cave entrance and visitor center, to help you make the most of your time in this special national park. Then we take a step aside and invite you to take the national park's audio tour within the cave or to enjoy the cave's wonder in silence.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
*Please note: his tour does not include narration inside the cave. Entrance to the cave requires a timed entry reservation through the national park."
Recommended Start Time: 8:00 am
Tour Starting Point(s): Route 62 Eastbound, Route 62 Westbound, and US 285 south of Carlsbad, NM

Time to complete: 3+ hours

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Customer Reviews

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We learned about Shaka Guide in HI and are so happy to see them expanding to other national parks and adventure areas in the continental US as well. Excellent experience. We will always use them for guided tours where available. Thank you!!

Nicole and Brandon | 5 months ago | iOS

Great way to tour the national parks

Maureen Chovancek | 5 months ago | Android

Made our visits to National Parks the best ever

We have used the the Shaka Guide at four national parks and each time the guide helped illuminate and navigate each park making the day we spent in the parks some of our best vacation days ever. It can be hard to plan a trip without a lot of research and local expert knowledge but with the Shaka guide you don’t need either. The music is great too. Not too much, not too little of either the guide talking or the music playing.

Fabulous guide! | 5 months ago | iOS

What is there to see in Carlsbad Caverns?

In Carlsbad Caverns, you can explore over 119 caves, with highlights like the Big Room, one of the largest underground chambers in North America. The park also offers guided tours to see stunning formations like stalactites and stalagmites. Don’t ...

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How long does it take to walk through Carlsbad Caverns?

Walking through Carlsbad Caverns can take 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on the route and how much time you spend exploring. The Big Room trail, which is self-guided, takes about 1.5 hours to walk. Guided tours may take longer.

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Is it safe to visit Carlsbad Caverns?

Yes, it is safe to visit Carlsbad Caverns. The park is well-maintained, with marked trails and safety guidelines. However, it's important to follow park rules, wear appropriate footwear, and stay on designated paths for safety. Always check for we...

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

This tour does not include narration inside the cave. Entrance to the cave requires a timed entry reservation through the national park. Take the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour until you arrive at the cave, then use the National Park's very own audio tour while visiting the cave, and then, once you're done turn the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour back on for audio narration as you depart!
This tour has 3 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go!
Canteen/refillable water bottlegallon of water per person, per dayCoolerHiking shoes and clothesSunscreenHatFirst Aid KitBug spraySalty snacks/fruits/nutsPhone charger/mount
$15 entrance fee per person 16 and older. Children 15 and younger are free. Tickets are good for three days.
The tour stops have seasonal hours of operation. The site’s facilities and restaurants also have varying hours of operation.Cavern entrance times are 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, with the last tickets sold at 2:15 pmVisitor Center hours are 8 am - 5 pm.
If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
The tour approaches the park from either the east or west, then continues in the only direction into the park.
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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