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Guided Cave Tour Ticket 

• Guided Cave Tour

  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: 1.1mile/1.5 km Walking Tour (mixture of concrete path, boardwalk and  stepped sections)

  *The ticket price entitles you to our Walking Cave Tour (60 mins). Underground water levels permitting, your ticket will be automatically upgraded at no extra cost to the Martel Tour (75 mins), which includes a underground boat trip.

  Please note:

  • The boat journey is subject to underground water conditions and may not always be available. When unavailable, the tour will proceed as the Owenbrean Walking Tour (60 mins) which you have purchased.
  • Tour duration and content may also be reduced due to high water levels or flooding, our team will contact you prior to your tour time to advise.

   

   

   

• Booking Information
  • All cave tours are fully guided and run at scheduled times throughout the day.
  • Maximum group size per tour is 21 people to ensure a quality experience.
  • Tours begin at the Visitor Centre—please arrive and register at least 30 minutes before your start time.
  • Advance booking is strongly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and peak periods.
  • Tickets can be purchased online through our booking system or, if available, on the day at the Visitor Centre.
  • Booking in advance guarantees your entry at your preferred time slot and helps avoid disappointment when tours are fully booked.

  
  Important Tour Information – Owenbrean River Walking Tour

  • When you book a Guided Cave Tour online, you are purchasing the Owenbrean River Walking Tour, which is our standard walking-only cave tour.
  • This tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and does not include an underground boat trip.
  • On the day of your visit, if underground water levels permit, your ticket will be automatically upgraded free of charge to the Martel Tour.
  • The Martel Tour includes a short underground boat trip and has a total duration of approximately 75 minutes.
  • Boat availability is entirely dependent on cave river conditions, which are monitored daily.
  • We are unable to confirm upgrades in advance of your visit.
• Accessibility & Requirements

  Cave Tour includes steps, uneven surfaces, and low lighting in places. There are 152 steps on access/exit of show cave.

  Access 

  • Not suitable for wheelchairs or visitors with mobility difficulties. For our full accessibility guide for the venue visit LINK .We do offer our Virtual Reality Cave Explorer Experience which is access to all LINK.

  Families

  • The cave tour is suitable for all age groups. Children of all ages are welcome however children under 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult.  Children 4 yrs and under are free but do require a ticket.
  • There are no height restrictions.
  • Pushchairs and prams are not permitted. You can use a front baby carrier and back carrier (as long as the childs head is lower than the adults).

  Frequently Asked Questions 

  Please visit LINK and scroll to the  FAQ page.

• What To Wear

  Normal clothing is adequate for the cave tour with an additional fleece or coat.  Appropriate sturdy footwear with good grip and ankle support should be worn (runners or walking boots).

  The cave temperature is approximately 10 degrees celsius/ 50 fahrenheit all year round.

• Going Underground

  The Marble Arch Caves are one of the most active river cave systems in Ireland and the UK, the cave is formed from three rivers draining off the Northern slopes of Cuilcagh Mountain. The cave system is 7.1miles/11km long with over 1mile/1.5km developed into a show cave.

  Carefully constructed paths enables you to comfortably traverse the Marble Arch Caves whilst discrete lighting displays the cave features and delicate cave formations to their best.