We were out of season, and apparently we didn't experience any problems with buying tickets, excessive crowds, or poor organization. 03/06/25. Everything is just fine! The scale of the caves is amazing!!! The tour is pleasant, not burdensome, not overloaded with information - everything is basic, the service is good, the staff is friendly and calm. Then again, it might not be the season. I liked everything very much, the price is just ridiculous 700 rubles for such an unforgettable experience.
It says to buy a shooting permit at the entrance, we didn't buy it, but then we couldn't resist taking pictures, no one said anything. The paths are slippery in some places, and you need shoes with good soles. The temperature is 11-14 degrees all year round, humid.
Photos don't convey grandeur, alas, it just needs to be seen. There is probably a crowd in summer and you need to be psychologically prepared for this or come out of season (the cave is open every other day).
We were at lunch on a weekday, we bought a ticket quickly, but after 1.5 hours at the entrance. We sat down in the dining room opposite. By the time of entry, there was a queue and a very stuffy room. What prevents you from closing this room with glass, flexible glass, even if you put an industrial air conditioner???
She was wearing a sundress and sandals, and had a cotton beach cape with her - she wasn't frozen in the cave, but it was slippery.
I think this price is unreasonably high, with such a level of service.
I didn't pay for the photo shoot, but I shot as much as I wanted.
We were with my son for 8 years, at first I was afraid, then I couldn't tear myself away, I liked everything.In mid-September, there were 1000 outbiddings at the cash desk, 700, after the purchase they waited 1.5 hours until our time.There are a lot of people, it's cold inside +12-14 and slippery.The caves themselves are fascinating, a must-visit.