A
hole in the ground: The cave entrance is literally a hole in the
ground. You're best wearing hiking boots as the passageways have
sharp rock areas and there's quite an amount of rock hopping to do. Several of the passageways have areas where
there are low hanging rocks that have sharp edges, so take care when
moving around. It is warm and humid underground. Not
recommended for people who suffer from claustrophobia. Time 1 - 2
hours.
The Gaub Cave System does not have the
large and dramatic Stalactite - Stalagmite formations that for example has the
famous Cango caves near Outdshoorn in South Africa. Neither is it as
commercialized. However, there are many unusual,
attractive and interesting geological features that will satisfy even
the most seasoned of cave enthusiasts. The tour guides are
informative and trained to show you the
best formations. You can pop some excellent photos just by using a
flash.
Petrified
waterfalls, organ pipes, and rock curtains are just some of the
amazing features that can be seen in the Gaub Cave. There are
crystal growths and plenty to keep your interest while on your
underground tour.
Acknowledgements and further reading: G1, G2, H12, P1
