Every year we have come to Arizona we mention to each other that we should tour the Kartchner Caverns. It’s never too far away. Looking for new places to explore and things to see we decided this year to go. But of course because of the so called pandemic overtaking our country, there were limitations in regards to the tours. Only 6 people allowed in each tour to allow for social distancing, and because of the small groups they were booked up weeks in advance. Luckily we got our names on the list, paid and got reservations a few weeks later.
We arrived not knowing what to expect. The first disappointment was there was absolutely no photography of any sort. No cameras, phones, backpacks, purses, etc. allowed inside the caverns. So needless to say I have no photos to share but I will include the link to the website where you will be able to see a few photos and find out more about this young fascinating cavern. Once inside on the tour, it was totally understandable why so many strict regulations.
Our guide told us the history, pointed out the many outstanding features and explained why the bats in the caves were so important. It has a humidity of 99% and a temperature of about 74 degrees, therefore, a very fragile atmosphere. The area we entered was lighted only as we approached and turned off when we left.
I have been to other caverns and caves but have never been to one quite like this one. If ever you are in this part of Arizona it is definitely worth making a visit here and experience it for yourself.
Every year we have come to Arizona we mention to each other that we should tour the Kartchner Caverns. It’s never too far away. Looking for new places to explore and things to see we decided this year to go. But of course because of the so called pandemic overtaking our country, there were limitations in regards to the tours. Only 6 people allowed in each tour to allow for social distancing, and because of the small groups they were booked up weeks in advance. Luckily we got our names on the list, paid and got reservations a few weeks later.
We arrived not knowing what to expect. The first disappointment was there was absolutely no photography of any sort. No cameras, phones, backpacks, purses, etc. allowed inside the caverns. So needless to say I have no photos to share but I will include the link to the website where you will be able to see a few photos and find out more about this young fascinating cavern. Once inside on the tour it was totally understandable why so many strict regulations.
Our guide told us the history, pointed out the many outstanding features and explained why the bats in the caves were so important. It has a humidity of 99% and a temperature of about 74 degrees therefore a very fragile atmosphere. The area we entered was lighted only as we approached and turned off when we left.
I have been to other caverns and caves but have never been to one quite like this one. If ever you are in the part of Arizona it is definitely worth making a visit here and experience it for yourself.
https://azstateparks.com/kartchner/
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