Caving Adventure Mammoth Cave Intermediate - Jenolan Caves Sydney

Discovered in 1882 Mammoth Cave is the most extensive in the Jenolan complex. Exploring Mammoth will have you underground for approximately 6 hours and involves extensive climbing crawling scrambling squeezes and some cave ladder work. The cave can be muddy wet and slippery but the beautiful large caverns and the underground Lower River make it all worthwhile. On arrival to Jenolan Caves you will meet your guides and get kitted out in overalls kneepads helmet and head torch. Setting off you will pass by the spectacular Devil's Coachouse enjoy a serene half hour hike through the bush before descending into the historic underworld of Mammoth Cave. Adventure caving is about leaving the paths and fixed lights and following your experienced guide to the depths of the earth. Seeing these wilder undeveloped areas will enhance your understanding of this magnificent and ancient environment. Your hard work will rewarded once you reach the large and well decorated chambers (one of absolutely breathtaking beauty). The ancient limestone landscape conceals a labyrinth of caverns decorated in calcite crystal - rich in shape colour and texture. Stalactites stalagmites columns and shawls are just some the stunning formations that you’ll find as well as a swift flowing section of the underground river system. You are guaranteed to be blown away by the unusual beauty that lies beneath the earth’s surface. Whenever you are caving you should respect the natural environment. Though it’s tempting to touch or maybe even break off a piece of the decoration this ruins the delicate surroundings and has led to the destruction of many once beautiful underground areas. If you leave it how you found it others will be able to enjoy it for years to come. The Mammoth Cave delivers challenge after challenge and is great for those desiring a full days adventure. If you are lucky enough you may even reach Hell's Hole!