Crystal Caves - stairs

[Faircliff]

I can certainly get down the 83-88 stairs at the Crystal Caves, and should be able to get back up IF I go slowly. Does the tour guide and the space allow one to rest on the way up and take it in stages? :confused:

 

 

Also, given that we are going in August.... is it hot & humid in the caves or are they, as one might expect, cooler?

Thanks for your advice in advance.

[SailBadtheSinner]

There are 2 rest areas on the staircase, IIRC, that would allow you to seat down. When I visited in October, I found the Fantasy Cave to be hot & humid.

 

I stopped on the way back up for a rest, and the tour guide was very patient.

 

 

SBtS

[Nightengale212]

I will be cruising to Bermuda in a month with my husband. We are not exactly the most fit 50 something individuals, but are considering visiting a cave. Which if either are easier to do for the "exercise challenged"?

[CaribbeanBound]

You should be able to do both. If you are really concerned, just be the last in line going down and coming back up and just take your time.

 

We took a bus to the Crystal Cave and Fantasy Cave. Get there early. They open at 9:30 am. We strongly suggest catching the first available bus as the caves are very popular and will get very crowded before noon. You can catch the bus on Water Street, one long block from the pier. Admission to the caves is $14 for one cave or $20 for the pair. Fantasy Cave, which reopened just 4 years ago after a 70-year closure, is BY FAR the better cave. Unfortunately most folks will never learn this fact since the ship excursions only take you to the better known Crystal Cave. Explore both caves if you have the time. If you have a choice, see Crystal Cave first (because Fantasy Cave is better). Do Fantasy Cave if you only have time for one. The best group size is under 20. It got so busy that our group had 40 people. The group behind us had at least 60! They really need to do a better job of controlling group sizes. Your best defense is to go early. The caves are full of stalagmites, stalactites, columns, soda straws, bacon, shield formations and other interesting forms. Both caves are well lit and are full of water (but you won’t get wet). The water is very clear, and believe it or not, it’s all sea water. Fantasy Cave, in addition to being better preserved, also has an interesting spooky side which I will not ruin for you here. Very worthwhile.

 

More tips for Bermuda Travelers: http://www.lavasurfer.com/info/bermuda.html

[njhorseman]

You should be able to do both. If you are really concerned, just be the last in line going down and coming back up and just take your time.

 

We took a bus to the Crystal Cave and Fantasy Cave. Get there early. They open at 9:30 am. We strongly suggest catching the first available bus as the caves are very popular and will get very crowded before noon. You can catch the bus on Water Street, one long block from the pier. Admission to the caves is $14 for one cave or $20 for the pair. Fantasy Cave, which reopened just 4 years ago after a 70-year closure, is BY FAR the better cave. Unfortunately most folks will never learn this fact since the ship excursions only take you to the better known Crystal Cave. Explore both caves if you have the time. If you have a choice, see Crystal Cave first (because Fantasy Cave is better). Do Fantasy Cave if you only have time for one. The best group size is under 20. It got so busy that our group had 40 people. The group behind us had at least 60! They really need to do a better job of controlling group sizes. Your best defense is to go early. The caves are full of stalagmites, stalactites, columns, soda straws, bacon, shield formations and other interesting forms. Both caves are well lit and are full of water (but you won’t get wet). The water is very clear, and believe it or not, it’s all sea water. Fantasy Cave, in addition to being better preserved, also has an interesting spooky side which I will not ruin for you here. Very worthwhile.

 

More tips for Bermuda Travelers: http://www.lavasurfer.com/info/bermuda.html

 

You're giving out incorrect/outdated information. Sounds like you bus directions are from St. George's, but ships don't regularly dock there any longer (with the possible exception of one or two visits a year by small ships).

 

Also, the prices you're quoting are incorrect. The caves cost $22 each to visit, or $30 for a combination ticket for both.