🔦 Caving & underground - packing checklist
Show caves, grottoes, lava tubes and underground rivers.
- Head torch + spare batteriesHands-free light is essential; caves are truly dark.
- Grippy closed shoesCave floors are wet, muddy and slick with formations.
- A warm layerMany caves sit near 10°C year-round, even in a hot country.
- GlovesProtect your hands on rough rock and cold metal handrails.
- A small dry bagKeeps your camera and phone safe from drips and splashes.
- Mind your headLow ceilings are common; move slowly and watch your footing.
- Do not touch formationsSkin oils stop stalactites growing - look, do not handle.