YES! We wanted something interesting to do on our annual drive down to our Florida coast vacation. We simply added a day and zigged out to Kentucky for a little outdoor adventure. First tip - get there early so you can explore the general area. We had a little time, so we hiked to Balanced Rock for some great views and some photo ops. "Gorge Underground" is an abandoned limestone mine (where they accidentally struck water and flooded it beyond use). Luckily, it's great for a kayaking adventure! Our guides were super nice and very informative. With one in front, and one bringing up the rear, you were free to wander (just a little) versus single-file through a boring tour. The experiences is just really cool. At one point, we ended up in the farthest-in part of the cave, and we all turned off our headlamps. Pitch dark. The guide had some funny stories, but then asked if it was anyone's birthday coming up (it was my son's in a couple days). So we all sang happy birthday to him (but he couldn't be embarrassed - it was dark and nobody knew who he was!). After finishing our 90 minute tour, it was time to dock. My wife and I lagged behind to be the last ones out, giving us probably 10 extra minutes of "taking it all in". One regret is that we didn't plan ahead enough to get the clear kayaks with LED lights. That would have been another layer of "cool". I would recommend to anyone. The water is still as can be, so it's a gentle paddle that anyone can do. read more

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Our family of 7 had a great time doing the deluxe clear bottomed kayak tour. I think the extra $10 was definitely worth it for the lighted kayaks and to see fish swimming underneath. Our guides Josh and Dylan were helpful and knowledgeable. It is COLD down there. I didn't wear socks because I didn't want them to get wet but in retrospect I wish I had. Toes were numb! read more

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This was so much fun. And a great experience. We all had a blast. Our guide was very knowledgeable and seemed to enjoy her job. The pictures they took came out very nice so we bought the package. Just remember to dress warmly. Cause it is very cold in there. read more

The Gorge Underground - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Pine Ridge, Kentucky

We do quite a bit of outdoorsy road trips early. Kentucky is one of the best states for family outdoor adventure, everyone should check out at least once. The Gorge Underground clear boat cave tour was on my bucket list for a while. Booking was rather easy and responsive online. The price was reasonable for this unique guided tour. The tour starts by checking in the store, a guide will meet your grp outside for instructions and safety. They will provide the helmets and life jackets. The tour was approx 1hr long. We enjoyed the tour and learned alot about the underground cave. All the guides are good and very helpful about the tour and local area. I was kinda nervous at first, there is apart of the cave that you can touch the ceiling. Just tell the guide you would rather not if your nervous about it. The water is crystal clear and the fish are beautiful! I highly recommend if your in the area, you wont regret it. There is a bathroom outside for use, and a nice gift shop (check in upon arrival). read more

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Our group booked an 8pm boat tour and it was the best end to our day! Everyone was so friendly there from the sweetest gift shop employee to our fun and funny captain! Very knowledgeable staff and very organized. Definitely recommend you fill out your waivers online ahead of time, gives you more time to look around the gift shop. No formal restrooms on site but the port a potties were clean and there was a handwashing station as well. Dress comfortable as the caves are a bit chilly but not very cold, depends on your tolerance of the cold. Take caution and hold onto your things securely, if it's dropped in the cave waters it's gone. We were told they will not retrieve lost items so bring phone and keys at your own risk. :) read more

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A really cool experience. Showed up and was told the wait would be over 2 hours. We couldn't wait that long so just walked around the gift shop and did our best to see into the cave. Then a male worker came out to find us and asked if we'd be open to a tandem kayak in 30 minutes. YES! Didn't get his name, but thank you to the tall skinny male who helped us have a spot in this cool cave. read more

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We enjoyed our underground boat tour. We had Max as a guide... he presented the history of this flooded limestone mine with a great sense of humor. Tip: Don't be one of the first ones to board. We did and I had trouble seeing anything on the other side of the boat because you sit right beside the "captain" He sits up and the controls are right in the way. I also felt like there was more to see on the starboard side (right of the captain). All in all a cool tour, but it's only 30 mins long and it can be expensive for that. We were lucky and everyone in our tour got there ahead of time so we were able to head out 10 minutes early and get some extra time. read more

I am very pleased with both of service and experience I had at this business. I visited from Michigan with a group of hikers. They were very accommodating and helpful when we came in for our tours. I believe they went out of their way to be accommodating. Our guide was great and very funny. I took the boat tour, other others in my group did kayaking. Everyone was pleased. They have their own parking lot, with adequate spaces. If you're in the area check out this business. read more

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Our tour guide Rick was very knowledgeable and taught us a bunch about the history of the caves. It is cold down there- be sure to bring a sweatshirt even on a warm day! read more

Can't think of the last time I went kayaking in a flooded mine... what a one of a kind tour! Tour guide Zach was hilarious! Be advised.... That water is cold, like 37 degrees cold. You do not want to fall in! It's also cold down there, wear several layers. I'm not a fan of gloves, but if you like them, bring them. I also was scared of losing the phone to take pictures, and concentrating on not trying to fall in (some of us fall out of boats often enough that it's a concern) so focused mainly on the experience, which was awesome! read more

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We came to KY for our annual trip so we booked a late Classic tour since we had a large group. Staff was prompt and in good spirits when it was our turn. We met our tour guides, Peter and Dylan, who were amazing and funny. They helped us get fitted with a helmet and PFD and double checked everything before we got into the water. Peter lead us on the tour and explained everything as we went. He was very knowledgeable and kept us laughing. Dylan made sure we were all safe and reassured the young ones that we had with us. Afterwards, the gift shop stayed open for us so we could purchase souvenirs. I didn't catch her name but she was very nice and helpful. We are so glad we did this tour as we had an amazing time. Will definitely be coming back for another tour soon. read more

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Did the kayak tour. Booked it six weeks in advance but mistakenly made it for October instead of September. Stopped in to change the reservation. The girl working was very friendly and helpful but she had to call her manager to get the okay. (Their policy indicated no changes within 7 days and no refunds.) I was able to get it rescheduled for a $10 change fee. I understand that's their policy and it's only $10 but not great customer service for an honest mistake. The tour was cool. You are kayaking in a flooded mine. Everything looks the same but it's a pretty cool experience. *It's ~ 55° F year round inside the mine so dress accordingly. read more

The Gorge Underground - View inside the mine. - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Pine Ridge, Kentucky

It was an amazing experience. From the start, everyone was warm and inviting. Brian was having a great time with my 6yo. Dustin gave a great tour, so fun with a nice twist of history. Brent took some sweet photos. Truly a dream team and a must stop when coming through the Gorge. And I recommend the deluxe tour, the lighting kicks it up a notch!!! read more

I was a bit apprehensive since I've only kayaked once before and really wanted the deluxe tour, but it was booked so I did the classic--and I'm so glad I went anyway! Billy and Pierah were awesome guides--patient, encouraging, and fun. I stayed toward the back while getting the hang of paddling, but got to enjoy the underwater views with Billy's lit-up kayak. I was surprised it's man-made, flooded limestone mine but it's still definitely worth checking off the bucket list. Just be prepared--it's VERY cold! Equipment was in excellent shape and store staff were helpful. Would absolutely recommend! read more

We really enjoyed the deluxe tour with the clear kayaks! It had rained a lot recently so the path in the cave to even get to the kayaks was flooded; they had us get on a giant paddle board and ferried us across. It was a fun little extra adventure :). The store was very reasonably priced- we got the neoprene socks (I think it was $12/pair) to keep our feet dry and warm (for the deluxe tour they have you leave your shoes before you get in so you don't scuff the clear kayaks) and they kept our feet warm and dry. I'd definitely recommend this. The tour was great. My family of 4 was paired with another family of 4 or 5. The guide, Jacob, was knowledgeable and friendly, and had answers for every question. We enjoyed seeing the (huge) fish. The water was a little murky from recent rain but even with that, it was a very cool experience. My only complaint is that the "photo package" (which, to be fair, was very cheap- I think only $5) was pretty disappointing. Photos were pretty low quality; the stuff I took on my phone as we went were much better. read more

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The tour is excellent and well organized. The tour stays together and you work your way through the caves. You will see a lighted underground where large rainbow trout swim. Tips for things to have before you arrive: *light pants *light jacket *light gloves - I didn't need but if you get cold very easily would be good *waterproof pouch - maybe a fanny pack Arrive early - the parking is at the bottom of a hill and you'll need to give yourself time to walk up to the site. Arrive early and don't forget to stop in the gift store and grab a sticker for your water bottle or suitcase to document your trip! Stickers are reasonably priced at $2-$3 for great quality. The tour is priced at $55 per person per hour for the classic tour. For two people after all taxes it was $125. I loved the tour but would love the opportunity to be in a smaller group on a longer tour - maybe a deluxe where there's like 5-6 people and you can freely explore for 3 hours. That would be so awesome! I enjoyed the tour but would have been more relaxing if you have the option to freely explore. Maybe a few days a year could be local days - buy a pass for half a day and have fun! read more

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Absolutely loved this experience!! Kayaking in a CAVE?!? Yes please. Guides were great and we all had so much fun! Make sure to dress warm even in the summertime as the temperature in the cave is significantly colder than outside. read more

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Jacob was a wonderful tour guide on our boat tour. He was very knowledgeable, informative and humorous. His enthusiasm as our guide made the experience enjoyable. All staff members were genuine and kind and provided for a wonderful experience. read more

Wow! Amazing tour by Acelyn! We spent about 45 mins in this old limestone mine, which closed due to flooding when miners struck an aquifer. The current owner purchases this parcel of land and the mine came with it, and it was turned into a fascinating tour. You have the option of paddle boarding, kayaking, or joining a group tour in a pontoon boat that can hold roughly 20, although if you want to Kayak or SUP, you need to reserve months in advance. The water is crystal clear and they have lights placed in various places in the mine, otherwise it would be completely dark. The depth of the water table is 30 ft at its deepest and we noticed our heads got closer to the ceiling. The mine averages 50 degrees year round, so come prepared with a sweater and pants. The water is 45-50. The only inhabitants are rainbow trout and bats. The trout are non-native but were introduced by the touring company and are fed and the lights in the mine are kept in place so the trout don't become totally blind. The bats, we spotted a one or two, flew in, and call it home, albeit a noisy one. There is also a Skelton and Aragorn from Harry Potter. They like to keep it festive here. Our host who operated the boat which was on slow speed the entire time - a battery operated motor - which was silent. We road a total distance of 1 mile in the mine during our trip. You wear helmets and must also carry a floatation device, which doubles as your seat cushion, or can also wear a life jacket. All children older than 4 YO must wear a life jacket, which are provided / included in your ticket price. These are all sanitized in between each use. Super educational experience. You could ask Jaclyn all sorts of questions about the mine and her work as a tour guide which appears to be a fun one. If you are in the Red River Gorge area this is a must activity. read more

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Did the regular kayak tour. Tour guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. It was cool to be kayaking in the repurposed quarry for a little bit. Quickly became not that exciting for me: group moved together slowly, I wasn't very challenge by the paddling, not that much difference between the sections. I asked the tour guides a lot of questions to not be bored. It's great if it's your first time. I can't think of why I would do it again. read more

We brought two grandsons here and they had a ball! We dressed warm since it was pretty cold in the tunnels, but it was well worth it! Our guide, Connor, was friendly and knowledgeable and posed for a picture with the boys. read more

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Had an amazing time on the boat tour! Captain Rob was informative and entertaining!! Highly recommend if you're in the area and not great at canoeing!! read more

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Fantastic way to spend some more time "outdoors", but give the legs a little break and see a completely different side of wildlife. Our tour guide, Max, was 72 and absolutely ruled. He made the experience interesting and entertaining. It's a nice cool 50 degrees down there, which can be nice if you've been out in the sun all day, but I recommending bringing jackets if you're in summer mode. Slightly pricey, but worth it for a change of scenery and a cool experience. Our family included 4 kids from 8-11yo, and they dug it too. read more

We had a great tour with Brent and Pariah! Would highly recommend when visiting! They were knowledgeable and fun!

This was a super cool experience. These man-made caverns are super impressive, and it was really neat getting to tour them and learn about their history and composition of the structures in the area. They sprinkled in some funny props in the caverns that you're gonna have to visit to see for yourself! You have the option to take a single kayak out a double. The staff helps you get in and out, which I greatly appreciated. They have personal protective equipment for you to wear (life jacket, helmets), and the whole thing felt very safe. Try not to fall in the water though, it's pretty chilly! Also, bring some warm clothing. I came in a tank top and was pretty cold until I got moving. It's a little hard to hear the tour guides at times, but you can always ask them whatever you may have missed, or if you have any other questions. Overall this was a great time, and a really fun activity. Make sure you follow the directions they provide to find it. Check it out! read more

The Gorge Underground - Directional signs - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Pine Ridge, Kentucky

We did the boat tour with Captain Rob. It was an amazing experience, fun, informative, entertaining, and he kept us laughing the whole time. We would do it again in a heart beat with him as our tour guide! 10/10 experience read more

Pretty neat! At one time we were 263 feet underground. The cave seemed really safe. The water was clear and the fish were cool to see. They should have fishing next. An hour started to be a bit long for the little ones, but right as they were really ready to stop sitting it was finished. Definitely something to try out, a pretty neat experience. The guide was very knowledgeable and funny. read more

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Did the classic kayak tour and it was so worth the $62 ticket (after tax). Our tour guides were Blake and Amelia - Blake had the best dad jokes. They were so knowledgeable and made the tour interesting and enjoyable. Definitely a must do activity while you're visiting RRG/Natural Bridge. read more

The Gorge Underground - Start of the classic kayak tour - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Pine Ridge, Kentucky

Tour on the water was 35 minutes, not an hour. We arrived early as instructed but the tour started late and ended early. Expensive. Management didn't do anything to make up for our loss. $377 for 6 boys. Instead acted like this was a normal occurrence. An hour tour should last an hour as advertised. Very disappointing! read more

Ray said I had makeup on then raced me 10/10 would kayak again. In all seriousness this was a really fun adventure. We did the classic tour and our guides, Ray and Livia were amazing guides Ray in particular was a really goofy and funny guy who was cracking dad Jokes the whole time. The tour itself is a whole bunch of fun with very interesting sights and scenes with a ton of history behind it. As for the kayaks themselves they are extremely high quality I don't think you could tip it if you tried and you can have two or one man kayaks which is always nice. It was cold in the cave but not unbearable if you wear a coat you'll be fine. Overall it was a ton of fun for the price and would highly recommend to anyone who is in the area! read more

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Went with a group of 14 of my best friends and we had a great time! Captain Rob was fun, informative, and kept us laughing the whole time! read more

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Tour guides Drew and Ray were fun and informative on our clear kayak tour. I was hesitant to go because of my fear of tight spacious but it was truly the opposite. And seeing fish was a bonus. Maybe just a few more colorful lights to see the rocks better but overall a must do read more

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Great experience. Great people. Nice place to go in Kentucky a old mine that has been flood and they have rainbow trout. read more

The Gorge Underground - Kayak area - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Pine Ridge, Kentucky

The boat tour was very informative and fun. Had a great time with my husband here. You will get to learn the history of the mine cave and the rainbow trout fish. This place also has amazing staff. All were very respectful and friendly. The gift shop has pretty cool items to buy. I would recommend booking a tour here. read more

The tour was worth every penny. I've never done anything like it. Our guide Ricky was funny, friendly and informative. Would recommend to others. We built a trip around coming to this cave kayaking tour and the experience exceeded expectations. read more

Absolutely beautiful. This is the best place to go kayaking in the gorge, briefly learning about its history while taking in the natural beauty of it all. The water is clear (yet frigid, listen when they say the caverns get as low at 50°). Our tour guides were wonderful and ensuring that we were having a good time at every moment. We will definitely be looking into this place for other tour opportunities in the future. read more

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Very unique experience! Our guides Steven and Preston were very helpful and nice, and the cave tour itself was amazing. Cave is 50 degrees and water is 40 however so beware of that if you are going in summer. read more

Had a great time. I wanted to go back immediately and do more. Maybe not for everyone, but I liked the light-show of the headlamps moving behind silhouettes against the cave walls, the quiet except for paddling, the fish, the cool air, everything. I took many still images using video, some quite good. read more

Absolutely loved the classic kayak tour they offered. I was a little nervous as I've only kayaked a couple of times and wasn't sure what cave kayaking would bring but I loved it. It's a pretty easy tour, just have to avoid a couple cold waterfalls but the guides help you get around. They have enough light to see and get pictures and enjoy yourself, which I was glad for, thinking it would be super dark. The water looks really neat and there's big fish swimming alongside you. They tell you lots of info as you tour and it was a great experience. Lasts about an hour. read more

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Took family for Christmas. Had great time. Guides Emma and William were super friendly and funny. Highly recommend!