Because of it's length and size, a tour of the River Cave leaves a visitor with a great sense of personal achievement. There are many twists and turns, and you have the feeling you are really journeying to the centre of the earth!

With something to interest everyone, the River Cave has the greatest number of repeat visitors.

It features the underground River Styx, mostly appearing as large pools of blue water. The Pool of Reflections is one of those pools, and for many people, the highlight of the tour. It is a large, very still pool of water, illuminated from several directions to show its blue colouring. The lighting casts a multitude of spectacular reflections, which guests are invited to photograph.

The River Cave was discovered in 1903. Early adventurers had to go through the River Cave to reach the Orient and Temple of Baal caves, which were discovered later. Until 1923, people crossed the Pool of Reflections on a little eight-person flat bottomed boat.

In the River Cave, you will see magnificent shawls (such as the Giant Shawl) and many renowned formations, including the Minaret (a spectacular stacmite), Grand Column (biggest column at Jenolan) and Queen's Canopy.

There are 2 steep steel ladders and for safety considerations, the River Cave is restricted to visitors aged six (6) years and above.

Average inspection time 2 hours

• Length: 1271 metres
• Number of steps: 1298
• Fitness level: harder

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