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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
About The Tour
Join Shaka Guide as we visit one of the most spellbinding caves on the entire planet. Our driving tour guides you into the park, providing context and history to this stunning subterranean world. You’ll also hear additional stories near the cave entrance and visitor center, to help you make the most of your time in this special national park. Then we take a step aside and invite you to take the national park's audio tour within the cave or to enjoy the cave's wonder in silence.
About the tour
Join Shaka Guide as we visit one of the most spellbinding caves on the entire planet. Our driving tour guides you into the park, providing context and history to this stunning subterranean world. You’ll also hear additional stories near the cave entrance and visitor center, to help you make the most of your time in this special national park. Then we take a step aside and invite you to take the national park's audio tour within the cave or to enjoy the cave's wonder in silence.
STARTING POINTS
-Route 62 Eastbound-Route 62 Westbound
-US 285 south of Carlsbad, NM
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 8:00 a.m.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park Map
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Meet the Creators
Moose Warywoda
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Moose Warywoda
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Adam Kampe
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"Don't Think Twice, It's Alright." - Bob Dylan
Kevin Baker
Senior Audio Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop to take a look around once in a while, you could miss it!" - Ferris Bueller
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts, and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- GPS-triggered audio with automatic playback
- Built-in turn-by-turn route guidance
- Offline access after download
- Self-paced experience with no fixed start time
- Pause, rewind, or replay anytime
- Storytelling based on firsthand travel and research
- Lifetime access after purchase
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
Tour FAQs
1. Does the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour guide me inside the caverns?
This tour does not include narration inside the cave. Entrance to the cave requires a timed entry reservation through the national park. Take the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour until you arrive at the cave, then use the National Park's very own audio tour while visiting the cave, and then, once you're done turn the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour back on for audio narration as you depart!
2. Where does the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour go?
This tour has 3 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go!
3. What should I pack for the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour?
Canteen/refillable water bottlegallon of water per person, per day
Cooler
Hiking shoes and clothes
Sunscreen
Hat
First Aid Kit
Bug spray
Salty snacks/fruits/nuts
Phone charger/mount
Cooler
Hiking shoes and clothes
Sunscreen
Hat
First Aid Kit
Bug spray
Salty snacks/fruits/nuts
Phone charger/mount
4. What should I budget for the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour?
$15 entrance fee per person 16 and older. Children 15 and younger are free. Tickets are good for three days.
5. What are the park hours for the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour?
The tour stops have seasonal hours of operation. The site’s facilities and restaurants also have varying hours of operation.
Cavern entrance times are 9:30 am - 2:30 pm, with the last tickets sold at 2:15 pm
Visitor Center hours are 9 am - 5 pm.
Cavern entrance times are 9:30 am - 2:30 pm, with the last tickets sold at 2:15 pm
Visitor Center hours are 9 am - 5 pm.
6. Can I join the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour along the route?
If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
7. Can I take the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tour in the opposite direction?
The tour approaches the park from either the east or west, then continues in the only direction into the park.
8. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.