Last updated: June 3, 2024
Thing to Do
King's Palace Tour
NPS / Eymard Bangcoro
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
Details
Duration
90 Minutes
Activity
Guided Tours
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.
Hiking Distance: 1 mile (1.6 km)
Hiking Distance: 1 mile (1.6 km)
Age(s)
4 and Older
Children under 4 years old are not permitted on the King's Palace Tour. Anyone under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Pets Allowed
No
Location
King's Palace Tour
Reservations
Yes
To make reservations go to Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777.
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
Check the tour schedule on the park's website or go to Recreation.gov.
Accessibility Information
The trail is steep in places with steps. Not accessible to wheeled devices.