Brecon Beacons Caving Adventures (Full Day Caving Experience) - South Wales
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Dare to explore the subterranean world by going caving in the Brecon Beacons! You can now immerse yourself in half and full-day caving experiences led by expert instructors. These adrenaline-pumping adventures will guide and encourage you every step, jump, and crawl of the way. Caving is an adventure sport that requires no fancy gadgets. All you need is a wetsuit, helmet, and a head torch. But, it is essential to note that you should only go with experienced and qualified guides. With our expert guides, you'll be in safe hands, and we'll ensure you have an unforgettable experience. Discover the Porth-yr-Ogof caves, well known in South Wales, located on the southern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, in an idyllic location. These caves boast easy access, with one of the main entrances being 15m wide and nearly 5m high! Once inside, you'll be mesmerized by the labyrinth of chambers, coves, and pools. The colours and textures you'll encounter are breathtaking, and caving will have you enthralled. You'll be led through passages and creeks, tackling natural obstacles and features as you go. Get ready to face the ‘washing machine' and be amazed by the incredible underground caverns and alcoves. Don't be surprised if you end up on your hands and knees at some point! Caving in the Brecon Beacons is a true underground adventure, and we promise you an experience of a lifetime. Our guides will encourage you to push your limits and ensure your safety as you explore the Porth-yr-Ogof caves. So why wait? Buy your vouchers now and get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure below the ground!
- Half and Full day underground experiences
- Suitable for beginners
- Led by experienced caving guides
- Explore Porth-yr-Ogof caves
- This voucher is for a full day
- Half or full day caving adventure
- Get kitted up with a 5/3mm wetsuit, cave-suit, helmet and head lamp
- Short introduction and safety briefing
- Your cave leader will guide you through the extensive underground cave system
- Explore the beauty of the subterranean world formed over three million years ago
- You will be introduced to some of the features and challenges of the caves including the infamous 'Washing Machine' Prepare to get wet!
- Generally caving adventures take place in the popular Porth-yr-Ogof cave system
- Allow 2-3 hours for half day adventures and 4-5 hours for full days
Information
- Minimum age 8
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
- A good general level of physical fitness is required
- Caving does involve manoeuvring through some small spaces and can be strenuous
- Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Half Day sessions generally run from 10:00-13:30 or 13:15-15:45
- Full days start at 10:00 finishing at 16:00
Minimum Age: 8 years
Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the yearFull days start at 10:00 finishing at 16:00
- A fee for parking is payable to the park warden or machine (currently £4)
- Participants should bring swimwear, towel, change of clothes, wellington boots
- Sessions require a minimum of 4 participants to run, in the unlikely event minimum number are not reached your date may be rescheduled
- Not suitable for spectators
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