Caving and Crawling at Carlsbad Caverns Lower Cave Tour (#1/418)

[@BillandKelleyAdventures]

We want to go there soon looks really cool!!!

[@AdventurousWay]

It was really cool! Very unique experience. Definitely recommend.

[@Titan52berg]

How deep do these caverns go? I have always thought that The Big Room was at the lowest level of the Carlsbad system! You mean that there are even deeper regions to this massive wonder? I love the way you captured the beauty beyond the general tour areas!

[@AdventurousWay]

I think the lower cave was below The Big Room, but there are even deeper caves at Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Lechuguilla cave is the deepest at 1604 feet deep, but unfortunately it's not accessible for general public. www.nps.gov/cave/learn/nature/lechuguilla_cave.htm

[@todayissomeday]

OMG! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this video! You guys are so awesome! You captured the view and the cave perfectly! Kudos!

[@AdventurousWay]

Thank you so much! And happy 4th of July!

[@danphillips3589]

Matt may be afraid of heights, but doesn't seem as though either of you are clausterphobic.:-) Nice video, looks like fun tour. Truly fits your name of adventurous.

[@AdventurousWay]

All the tours at Carlsbad Caverns were really good fun - we had a great time!

[@mrsmatt2010]

I just started watching your channel from the beginning. I was searching for travelers who use Northwoods or Outdoors RV. I am intrigued with you guys. You are doing exactly what I want to do. Which I am working on. Thank you for videoing your adventures. I know it is not easy .

[@Airon0727]

Awesome vid, question though... do you just not go to the restroom down there?

[@pablol5472]

Would you recomend touring Lower Cave before or after Big Room?

[@AdventurousWay]

Lower Cave tour happens only at specific times and I think it's only once a day on the days it happens. So it will really depend on the schedule the order you can do them. If the tour starts at 8:30am I don't think you would have time to see the big room before that. If you are doing them on different days, the order doesn't really matter.

[@Everett302]

So cool

[@LeiaLHill]

The tour guide, Dustin, was amazing! That's who's in this video. Great caver and ranger.

[@AdventurousWay]

Yes! Ranger Dustin was great! He made the cave tour that much more enjoyable and interesting.

[@jenmcmartin8231]

Thank you for taking us along with you. I am pretty sure I could ever do this. 😊

[@AdventurousWay]

You are welcome! :)

[@DnSAdventures]

Awesome video guys! We love spelunking! Cant wait to get out there based on your sweet footage. :) Have a good one - Shane

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks a lot! While growing up I didn't see any real caves so I didn't really know spelunking is a thing, but now seeing such amazing caves like this I want to do more! - Diana

[@heartsj568]

I only went to the big room since I have a 4 year old but it looks really fun

[@AdventurousWay]

It was! Maybe when your kid is older, you can bring him/her back .

[@ralphmann173]

Thanks for making the Carlsbad video series....visited there just before Covid-19 hit....did the Lower Passage, and am so glad to have a video to go back to and relive that spectacular place.....

[@AdventurousWay]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Rocketman9mm]

Some beautiful views! I visited Carlsbad caverns in May 2018. We didn't go on the side tours but did the main one with the big room. The elevator was down so we did the manual climb in and out of the natural entrance. It's definitely good for cardio!

[@AdventurousWay]

Going down AND up the natural entrance.. props for you! Definitely a workout. When we were there the elevator was open up again.

[@MemoryDealer]

Very well-edited video, thanks for sharing.

[@AdventurousWay]

Thank you!

[@tinaburns2680]

Loved the video! Would love to do this type tours but not sure I would be able to with my knee, etc. Thanks for sharing a rare opportunity!

[@AdventurousWay]

Yes, you definitely have to check ahead what the tours involve because some are more strenuous than others.

[@cruzer9770]

I just subscribed I love your videos your living my dream thank you so much for sharing

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@davidtitley6822]

This is a great video - thank's so much for sharing!

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks!

[@dragonshivu]

Hey, awesome video and very informative! I noticed that you were carrying a DSLR down the caves, and I was wondering if you had any trouble taking the camera along and what steps did you take to make the experience worth it with the camera.

[@AdventurousWay]

We actually carried both our DSLR and mirrorless cameras down there with us at times. On each of the tours, we spoke with the rangers beforehand to make sure it would be OK - especially given the tight conditions. They were fine with it, but mainly because I was using a holster belt to carry the camera, rather than a neck strap. In particular, their concern was when we were on ladders, that the camera would swing around on a neck strap. In terms of photography, it's a tough place to photograph. It's obviously very low light, and you're confined to the paths so composing a shot can be hard. Further, in a tour, you have to keep moving and there are people around. I wrote a little more about it (including what lenses, settings I'd recommend) on our blog post, so check that out if you haven't already: www.adventurousway.com/blog/carlsbad-caverns-national-park-worlds-most-beautiful-cave

[@dragonshivu]

Adventurous Way Adventurous Way Thank you for the detailed reply. That answers all of my questions! And a follow up question: I am guessing tripods are a no go on ranger guided tours, even the gorilla pod? I will definitely give your blog a read and let you know if I have more questions!

[@AdventurousWay]

Honestly, I don't remember what the rules were on tripods, but I take one. Although it may be tempting so you can slow down the shutter speed on your camera, many of the pathways are narrow and you don't have a lot of options to compose the shot. I'd recommend a fast lens, a high ISO and a steady hand. And just enjoy your experience down there! :)

[@dragonshivu]

Adventurous Way Makes Thanks again for your response. I hope to have a great experience and will have your tips in mind :)

[@marikiemarie7622]

Ill never been dumb enough to crawl through a cave but its looks cool.