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    4-Hour Guided Caving Tour Near Elizabethton

    Crawl, walk, and explore a seven-mile limestone cave system with expert guides

    4.6 stars• 605 reviews
    From$100/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 hrs

    Includes

    Equipment, guides, transportation

    Highlights

    Explore a non-commercial limestone cave with no sidewalks or electricity, using provided caving equipment. Crawl through tunnels and walk through chambers formed more than 550 million years ago.

    • Discover Hobbit's Hallway, the Fairy's Ballroom, Tombstone, and the Hall of Masks
    • Explore large rooms and narrow passages across one of the region's largest caves
    • Learn about cave formation, local geology, history, and the cave ecosystem
    • See speleothems, or cave formations, including formations over 60 feet tall

    What's Included

    • Helmet
    • High-power headlamp
    • Expert guides, including an on-staff professional geologist
    • Transportation

    Know before you go

    • Arrive by 10 AM
    • Complete a waiver before the activity begins
    • Wear long pants, a T-shirt or lightweight sweatshirt, and closed-toe shoes
    • Bring a dry change of clothes, towel, and plastic bag for muddy clothes
    • Requires crawling through tunnels and walking over mud, gravel, and shallow water

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations within 14 days of the trip are nonrefundable.

    FAQs

    No caving experience is necessary. The tour is available for all ages.

    Most rooms in Worley's Cave are large enough to contain a house, with ceilings up to 80 feet high and rooms up to ¼ mile long. The cave also includes narrow passages.

    Bring glass-free beverages and snacks for your caving trip.

    Meeting details

    187 Patterson Lane, Elizabethton, TN

    Experience provided by River & Earth Adventures
    Experience provided by River & Earth Adventures

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    Review summary

    4.6
    Excellent
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    Grant and his team have built a loyal following among tubers and rafters looking for personalized service without the big-outfitter price tag. Repeat customers rave about the quality equipment, especially the comfortable tubes with solid bottoms, and the knowledgeable guides who stay attentive throughout trips. The staff genuinely seems to care about making each float memorable, greeting guests warmly and helping everyone find the right setup for their skill level. The peaceful stretches of river offer scenic, relaxing floats where you might spot wildlife and enjoy having the water mostly to yourselves. Most trips run smoothly with efficient logistics and timely pickups. However, there have been occasional hiccups with pickup timing, and it's worth noting the location has moved to Todd, NC, so confirm the current address when booking. One important heads-up: if you're considering the Watauga rafting trip, several guests found it much calmer than expected, more of a leisurely float than an adrenaline-pumping whitewater adventure, so set your expectations accordingly.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    Our family had an unforgettable day with River and Earth! We spent two hours kayaking the beautiful South Fork of the New River near Todd, NC, with our children and grandchildren, and every one of us had an amazing time. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming, friendly, and incredibly organized. They made everything simple, from check-in to the shuttle, so we could just relax and enjoy the experience. The river was absolutely stunning—peaceful, scenic, and the perfect place to slow down and make memories together. One of the greatest gifts was watching three generations laugh, paddle, and enjoy God’s beautiful creation side by side. It was the kind of day we’ll be talking about for years. If you’re looking for an exceptional outdoor adventure in the High Country, I can’t recommend River and Earth enough. We’ll definitely be back!

    Photo of Mary Hasz

    Mary Hasz

    July 6, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Our family had an unforgettable day with River and Earth! We spent two hours kayaking the beautiful South Fork of the New River near Todd, NC, with our children and grandchildren, and every one of us had an amazing time. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming, friendly, and incredibly organized. They made everything simple, from check-in to the shuttle, so we could just relax and enjoy the experience. The river was absolutely stunning—peaceful, scenic, and the perfect place to slow down and make memories together. One of the greatest gifts was watching three generations laugh, paddle, and enjoy God’s beautiful creation side by side. It was the kind of day we’ll be talking about for years. If you’re looking for an exceptional outdoor adventure in the High Country, I can’t recommend River and Earth enough. We’ll definitely be back!

    Photo of Mary Hasz

    Mary Hasz

    July 6, 2026

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