Visita guiada a la cueva de Doolin: experimente la estalactita más grande de Europa





Descripción
Descubierta en 1952, la cueva en sí se encuentra a 200 pies (70 m) por debajo del paisaje de piedra caliza de Burren. Equipado con un casco y en manos de un guía experimentado y experto, emprenderá el viaje a través de un intrincado sistema de pasajes y caminos, y aprenderá sobre la marcha cómo se formó la Cueva. Es una experiencia impresionante, e inmediatamente sentirás la emoción y la maravilla de los primeros exploradores y aventureros de la Cueva, hace mucho tiempo. A medida que completa su descenso, prepárese para un momento de inquietante calma, oscuridad total y completo silencio, dando paso a una repentina inundación de luz dentro de la majestuosa cúpula de la cueva que parece una catedral. La fuerza de la naturaleza que es la estalactita más grande de Europa toma el centro del escenario: una vasta estructura que se extiende desde el techo de la cueva, captando la luz, reflejando colores y detalles como una enorme araña de cristal ornamentada. Este espectáculo tiene 7,3 metros de largo y pesa alrededor de 10 toneladas. Una experiencia inolvidable.
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Información importante
- No se recomienda para viajeros con lesiones de la columna vertebral
- No es recomendable para embarazadas
- No se recomienda para viajeros con mala salud cardiovascular
- Los viajeros deben tener al menos un nivel de condición física medio
- Hay 125 escalones para bajar y subir de la cueva. Cada diez pasos hay un rellano y un pasamanos hasta el final.
- La temperatura en la cueva se mantiene constante a 11 ° C (52 ° F) por lo que parece fresca en verano y cálida en invierno. Una chaqueta ligera o un suéter abrigado lo mantendrá cómodo durante el recorrido.
- Se recomienda un par de botas o zapatos resistentes para caminar. El calzado con punta abierta no es adecuado para el recorrido por la cueva, ya que el terreno es ligeramente embarrado y desigual bajo los pies.
Opiniones(108)
Doolin Cave tour is excellent! Well worth going to on the way to the Cliffs of Moher. One of the world’s largest stalactites and the story of the discovery of the caves is wild.
Very impressive. If you stay in this area, you Seouls visit the cave.
Excellent tour of a old and large stalagmite with many great views. Very informational tour of the same.
Wonderful gem of a spot in the middle of nowhere. Price was reasonable and the tour leader hugely knowledgable and interesting. This is certainly worth checking out if in the area. They limitthe size of the groups so it doesn't get crowded and the general experience was wonderful. If you plan to go and have kids check first as they have a minimum age for child entry and there are 100 + steps involved which are great for decending but not so good on the return if you have any medical challenges but certainly well worth a visit.
Absolutely do not miss out on this !! Very worth the drive and the scenery along the way is spectacular
Great tour that allowes us to explore to areas of the cave. The guide was extremely knowledgeable. Getting down into the cave was 115 steps of traditional metal stairs. During the tour we descended down several other sets of steps of uneven rock and the path was uneven and slippery.. This isn't a difficult tour but if you have any breathing or mobility issues you should probably pass. Highly recommend.
What an amazing experience does see something literally from the age of the dinosaurs. My family and I loved this activity. It does require going down approximately eight flights upstairs and then back up.So perhaps not great for someone with physical limitations.
The cave was a short ride from our BnB. We were six adults and timed tickets were about total of 103 euros. The cave and its massive 30+ foot dangling stalactite were discovered in 1952 by cavers who were not intimidated by the muck, the squeeze and totally utter complete darkness. One of those explorers described that as "knee wrecking miserable crawl" for 1/3 mile. But for you and me----we walk down a series of stairs with hardhats keeping our brains from being battered, Lots of info from the guide. Including the careful exploration to open for tourism by using NO explosives in fear of damaging that imposing stalactite. Getting to that was hand-dug and the cave opened to the public in 2010. One of the owner's daughters, Caireann, makes pottery from collected clay deep in the cave. It is a knee shaking 125 steps down (and another 125 going back up) on wet steel steps, but there are railings and landings. I smacked my hardhat several times on the lower ceiling parts. Outside the cave, there are goats waiting your attention. This is an "alive or living cave" with water still dripping.
Thank you for your detailed and engaging 4-star review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the adventure — your description really captures the journey into the cave and the sense of discovery. It’s great to hear you found the tour informative and appreciated the story behind how the cave was carefully opened without the use of explosives to protect the Great Stalactite. Just to clarify a couple of details — the stalactite is approximately 24 feet (over 7 metres) long, and the cave was opened to the public in 2006 (we’re actually celebrating our 20-year anniversary this year!). You’re absolutely right — the 125 steps down and back up, along with the low ceilings, make the hard hats essential, and the railings and landings help visitors take it at their own pace. And yes, the cave is very much alive, with water still shaping it today. We’re also glad you enjoyed meeting the goats and spotting the pottery made from the cave’s own clay — a special connection to the landscape above and below ground. Thanks again for visiting and sharing your experience — we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Best regards, The Doolin Cave Team
We had a fantastic visit to Doolin Cave and would highly recommend it to anyone exploring the area. Our guide was excellent — engaging, knowledgeable, and explained everything clearly so everyone in the group could follow along and enjoy the experience. Access to the cave involves about 125 steps down (and the same back up again), but it’s not difficult and absolutely worth the effort. When you reach the main chamber and see the incredible stalactite, it’s simply awesome — a real wow moment you won’t forget. The whole attraction is very well run and organised, which makes the visit smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. There’s also a lovely café and a nice gift shop on site, perfect for a relaxed stop before or after the tour. A brilliant experience overall — definitely worth a visit!
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a positive experience from start to finish. It’s wonderful to know your guide made the tour engaging and easy to follow — we pride ourselves on making the story of the cave clear and enjoyable for everyone. You’re absolutely right — the 125 steps down (and back up again!) are all part of the adventure, and that first sight of the Great Stalactite really is a true “wow” moment. We’re so glad it left such a lasting impression. It’s also lovely to hear you enjoyed the café and gift shop — we aim to create a smooth and welcoming experience both underground and above. Thank you again for the high recommendation — we hope to welcome you back to Doolin Cave in the future! Best regards, The Doolin Cave Team
Didn’t realise there was a Doolin Cave until we visited the lovely little village. Only been to the Alwee Caves. The price was €19 each and whilst this may seem a bit steep initially it was so well worth it. There were only 5 of us which made it even better. We descended the 125 steps down into the cave. Sandra our Guide was amazing and so knowledgeable. My favourite part is when Sandra turned off all the lights so we could appreciate the darkness and what the original men who discovered the cave experienced. The absolute wow factor was when she turned the lights back on and we were all stood facing the most incredible stalactite! It was stunning and a real gasp moment as I wasn’t expecting to see it so suddenly! It is the largest stalactite in Europe and the 3rd in the world so it was very special to have had the opportunity of seeing it. We enjoyed a full 50 min tour and were able to take photos and ask as many questions as we could think of! There is a lovely tea/coffee shop and of course a fab gift shop with items made from the clay from the surrounding area. The miniature pigmy goats were super cute too. We were so delighted we decided to do this activity. Would highly recommend it! Thank you Sandra!
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear your visit to Doolin Cave was such a memorable and surprising highlight of your time in the village. It’s always a pleasure to welcome guests who discover us by chance — and we’re so glad you found it well worth it! Sandra will be delighted to hear your kind words — the lights-off moment is a favourite of many, giving a real sense of the wonder and bravery of the original discoverers. And seeing the Great Stalactite revealed like that is truly breathtaking — we’re so glad it gave you that ‘wow’ moment! We’re also happy you enjoyed the full experience, from the tour and the gift shop to meeting the pygmy goats and relaxing in the café. Thank you for the warm recommendation — we hope to welcome you back again someday. Best regards, The Doolin Cave Team


