So you've been to Carlsbad and really enjoyed the awesome formations and the light show. Mammoth is nothing like Carlsbad. And that's OK. Mammoth is a real caving experience. We did the New Entrance tour. You'll crouch, slip, bend and trip your way through this one. No, you won't see a lot of eye candy. But you'll get a good... more

My family had a great time. We learned a little history about the caves as well as feeling like we had a little adventure. Try to get a tour-guide Jerry he is a local celebrity because of his family ties to the caves. more

We took the Frozen Niagara tour, which is described as including the most, and best, cave formations, and it is described as taking 1 hour and 15 minutes. However, more than half of that time is spent taking the bus ride to the cave opening and listening to the polite tour guide give warnings and instructions. The actual time in... more

We took our two kids, ages 10 and 12 and went on the Grand Avenue Tour, which we booked a few months in advance. It was not strenuous if you are used to walking, a bit slippery in places and very narrow in others. We brought a bag lunch and water bottle along to save some cash. They had plenty... more

It is hard to say anything about Mammoth Cave that has not been said before. I live close to the area, and go a couple of times a year and it never gets old. The park area is amazing (I have been in the evening several times when deer are everywhere!) The caves are unreal. So much of the cave... more

This was a beautiful cavern and well guided tour. A must see for anyone who likes to tour caverns. more

We took this tour in August 09. I had taken the New Entrance several years ago which is an altogether different experience so if you have a chance, stay an extra day and do both. This tour was easy although around 500 steps. Great tour guide and the Fat Man's Misery was a highlight. Again, I would highly recommend this... more

We took the New Entrance Tour on July 2009. The tour was fun and well worth it. Our kids, 7 and 9 year-old boys, both enjoyed it. It is as good as the more-heavily-advertised Ruby Falls Cave in Chattannogah TN. The two-hour tour including the bus ride was not too long, just fine. It is strongly advisable to buy tickets... more

I was a little concerned about a 4 hour tour. But it was worthwhile. Even my 12 year old enjoyed it. Lots to see. It is a lot of walking but there are many rest stops along the way. The tour guides were very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour. It is a lot of walking and a lot of... more