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Cave
of the Winds Tour
The Cave of the Winds attraction in NY is one of the most awe-inspiring Niagara Falls Attractions available to you Check out some amazing photos
The Cave of the Winds as the inevitable part of Niagara Falls tourism is one of the most amazing and "must to see" attractions in Niagara Falls NY. This natural phenomenon was discovered in 1834 when it was only a simple natural cave situated behind the Bridal Veil Falls and American Falls.
Visiting Cave of the Winds
On the tour, the elevator, located on the Goat Island, between the American Falls and Canadian Falls will take you down, 60 m into the Niagara Gorge, to the level of Niagara River and at the base of the American Falls.
Lovely view appears on the horizon and across the border, on the Canadian side; high raised luxury hotels and Skylon Tower, standing tall and firm just above the Gorge and crashing water.
Cave
of the Winds seen from Canada
Another amazing scene appears in front of your eyes, as the tour takes you to the series of redwood decks and platforms and right up to the bottom of the Bridal Veil Falls. Be careful down there, it might be slippery.
Since
you will be underneath the American
Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, you will see and experience
tropical
storm-like conditions where winds can reach up to over 100 km/h.Take the advantage of the platforms on your way up. You can stop, relax and catch your breath, enjoy the scenery and make some amazing pictures.
American
Falls
The path leads to the deck called Hurricane Deck, where you will be less than 7 m from the torrents of the crashing waterfalls. Water will be all over you even with hooded raincoats.
After waterfalls crash into the rock, it will hit you next. They are so powerful that they can almost knock you over. Amazing.
Amazing
photo of the cascading
waters beneath the
decking
Thunderous, cascading waters will be flowing in front of you and beneath the decking. When you buy an entrance ticket, disposable ponchos, sandals and plastic bags for your belongings, will be handed to you also.
Tip: You can either bring your sandals back as a donation, or use them for the next trip, Maid of the Mist boat tour. Expect lots of water as well.
For
your surprise, the wood beam supports from the decking are just
wedged into the rock, no bolts or any other construction materials.The decking is removed every fall and re-installed each spring, to prevent being damaged by winter weather.
There is a special viewing area, 50 m away from the waterfalls that has been set up for handicapped people and adults with children in arms.
Cave
of the winds tour
During the summer time and on weekends, Hurricane Deck is open till late night (11 pm), giving you an opportunity for an awesome romantic event.
You will experience a breathtaking adventure on the tour, when rainbow of colors illuminates the Falls. The Cave of the Winds attraction is one of the most awe-inspiring Niagara Falls tours and attractions available to the public. If you are close to Niagara Falls NY or visiting Buffalo area, you just don't want to miss this attraction.
Our recommendation is to book a room in one of the premier hotels or bed and breakfast in Niagara Falls, Canada, since there are more options for you and your memorable stay.
After you are done visiting interesting attractions in Canada, casinos and entertainment area Clifton Hill, cross the US-Canada border (as long as you have valid documents), and check out what American side has to offer.
Tips when visiting Niagara Falls attractions and Cave of the Winds
- Bring disposable camera, there is a lots of moist
- Avoid weekends during the summer months, it is too crowded
- Best time to visit is early morning, in the mid of the week
- Be prepared to get wet so wear comfy clothes
- Adults $10
- Children 6 to 12 years of age $7
- Children 5 years of age and under FREE.
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