Join us for an epic subterranean adventure deep below the Earth’s surface! Bend is home to a vast amount of lava tube cave networks, that were formed thousands of years ago by volcanic activity. During our two hours underground in the darkest, quietest spot the Earth can provide, our naturalist guides will impart their vast knowledge of the region's geology while we adventure through this incredible cave system. Wanderlust Tours is the only guide company permitted in these lava caves. These caves are wild caves, meaning there is no paved path or lighting. Wanderlust Tours will outfit your group with helmets and headlamps. We also recommend wearing hiking boots or sturdy shoes to help navigate the uneven, rocky terrain as well as a fleece jacket and jeans as the caves stay at 45 degrees Fahrenheit year round! These volcanically formed geologic wonders are a truly breathtaking place to explore! ** Please read through the "Additional Info" section for details about the caves difficulty.
Get the opportunity to take awesome aerial photographs
See some of Oregon’s most beautiful natural scenery
Price is for the entire flight, for up to three people
Multiple departure times available
What To Expect
Join us for an epic subterranean adventure deep below the Earth’s surface! During our time underground your Naturalist Guides will impart their vast knowledge of the region's geology while we adventure through this incredible cave system. Wanderlust Tours is the only guide company permitted in these wondrous lava caves. These caves are wild caves, meaning there is no paved path or lighting. Wanderlust Tours will outfit your group with helmets and headlamps. We also recommend wearing hiking boots or sturdy shoes to help navigate the uneven terrain as well as a fleece jacket and jeans as the caves stay at 45 degrees Fahrenheit year round! These volcanically formed geologic wonders are a truly breathtaking place to explore!
** Please note: These are wild caves. During the tour, we will encounter uneven, rocky terrain, rock features that will involve stepping up and over, and a very short crawl. If you have questions about the cave's difficulty, it is best to contact us directly! (Please read through the "Additional Info" section for more details)
Recommended for children 5 and older!
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
Closed toed shoes (boots or a sturdy pair of running shoes) are a must! These are wild caves with uneven walking surfaces.
The caves stay at 45 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. We recommend a fleece jacket and jeans/ pants. Expect to get a bit dusty while in the cave.
All guests must fill out a waiver. Waiver’s can be filled out with your cell phone in our office prior to departure.
Recommended for children 5 and older.
Guide gratuities are not included in the cost of your tour. Please extend the customary gratuity, when warranted, on a voluntary basis.
Not recommended for travelers that have difficulty with walking/ balance on uneven, rocky terrain
While we’ve had guests on our cave tours ranging from 3 to 90, we describe our cave tour as having a moderate level of difficulty. It is a wild cave with no lights or path (we provide helmets and headlamps). You will be walking on uneven terrain, have to scramble over some rocks, and there is one small section (about 5 ft) where you will have to get on hands and knees for a short crawl. If you have questions about the cave’s difficulty, it is best to contact us directly!
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Include
We will outfit each guest with a helmet and headlamp
Award-winning Naturalist Guide and interpretation
Exclude
Snacks
Bottled water
Guide gratuity