90 MinutesFee applies
King's Palace Tour
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
The King's Palace Tour takes visitors through four highly decorated chambers and the deepest portion of the cavern open to the public.
The King's Palace Tour only occurs on a day to day basis based on if we have enough staffing for the day. Walk up tickets only. The King's Palace Tour takes visitors through four highly decorated chambers and into the deepest portion of the cavern open to the public, 830 feet (253 m) beneath the desert surface. Although not as difficult as the Natural Entrance Trail, this one mile (1.6 km) tour does require additional descending, and at the end, walking up a very steep hill. Look forward to viewing a variety of cave formations including helictites, draperies, columns and soda straws. Rangers frequently conduct black-outs during this tour, briefly turning off all artificial lights to reveal the natural darkness of the cave. Reservations are required for the King's Palace Tour. To make reservations, go to Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777. Tour Limit: 12 people
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Guided ToursCaves, Caverns and KarstGeologyranger activityGuided Tour
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Details
Duration
90 Minutes
Fees
$8 for adults and $4 for children, Senior and Access Pass holders. Tour participants must also purchase an entrance fee ticket.
Fees Apply
Yes
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The trail is steep in places with steps. Not accessible to wheeled devices.
Pets
No
Reservations
Yes — To make reservations go to Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777.
Age Info
Children under 4 years old are not permitted on the King's Palace Tour. Anyone under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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King's Palace Tour