Bend Oregon Guided Lava Tube Cave Tour

5.00(10)

Join us for an epic subterranean adventure deep below the Earth’s surface! Bend is home to a vast amount of lava tube cave networks, all of which were formed thousands of years ago by volcanic activity. During our two hours underground in the darkest, quietest spot the Earth can provide, our naturalist guides will impart their vast knowledge of the region's geology while we adventure through this incredible cave system. Wanderlust Tours is the only guide company permitted in these wondrous lava caves. These caves are wild caves, meaning there is no paved path or lighting. Wanderlust Tours will outfit your group with helmets and headlamps. We also recommend wearing hiking boots or sturdy shoes to help navigate the uneven terrain as well as a fleece jacket and jeans as the caves stay at 45 degrees Fahrenheit year round! These volcanically formed geologic wonders are a truly breathtaking place to explore!

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Closed toed shoes (boots or a sturdy pair of running shoes) are a must! These are wild caves with uneven walking surfaces.
The caves stay at 45 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. We recommend a fleece jacket and jeans/ pants. Expect to get a bit dusty while in the cave.
All guests must fill out a waiver. Waiver's can be filled out with your cell phone in our office prior to departure.
Recommended for children 5 and older.
Guide gratuities are not included in the cost of your tour. Please extend the customary gratuity, when warranted, on a voluntary basis.
Not recommended for travelers that have difficulty walking on uneven, rocky terrain
While we've had guests on our cave tours ranging from 3 to 90, we describe our cave tour as having a moderate level of difficulty. It is not strenuous, however it is a wild cave with no lights or path (we provide helmets and headlamps). You will be walking on uneven terrain, have to scramble over some rocks, and there is one small section (about 5 ft) where you will have to get on hands and knees for a short crawl.