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Cave of the Winds - Natural Colorado Springs Attractions
Cave of the Winds - Natural Colorado Springs Attractions
Cave of the Winds in Colorado is an underground cave which is the most incredible site to visit and experience the glory of Mother Nature with amazing rare views of exiting geological formations. Prime attractions for the tourists, these caves are a must-see stop on any trip to Colorado Springs of Pikes Peak region.

The Cave of the Winds was discovered in the 1800s by two young brothers, George and John Pickett who were just out for a day’s exploration with a church group. Cave of the Winds is so named because some of Colorado’s earliest residents believed the Great Spirit of the Wind lived nearby, as wind rushing through the cave entrance made a whistling sound.

The tours major highlights are the wide open limestone spaces, which will squeeze you through tight corridors, under low cave ceilings, past stalactites & speleothems, and up and down some narrow sets of stairs. You can choose for the between the popular Discovery Tour and the mysterious Lantern Tour, these tours are designed in a way that it offers the best views of the cave and helps you explore the vicinity at the fullest.

Discovery Tour: This is one of the classic tours, an easy, relaxing walk, the Discovery Tour is offered year round. Whatever the temperature outside, it’s always a comfortable 54 degrees inside Cave of the Winds.

Lantern Tour: The Lantern Tour lasts approximately 1 and a half hours. On this tour, you will venture deep underground exploring raw cave passages equipped with only a hand-held lantern to light the way.
A trip to Caves of the Winds with its bizarre, natural formations is one of the finest Eco-Venture tours in the whole world.

Prices
Discovery Tour – 45 minutes (Adults: $18, Kids 6-11: $9; Kids 5 and under: FREE)
Lantern Tour – 90 minutes (Adults: $22, Kids 6-11: $12; Kids 5 and under: Not Permitted)
Visiting Hours: Summer: 9 a.m - 9 p.m. Winter: 10 a.m - 5 p.m.
 
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