About
Martel's Candlelight Tour
Edouard-Alfred Martel played a significant role in shaping the science of speleology and pioneered many aspects of early modern cave exploration, including the first recorded scientific exploration of the Marble Arch Cave systems in 1895.
Discover first-hand what this exploration of the cave system would have felt like when you accompany Edouard Martel on his authentic re-enactment of the discovery of the show cave in its natural darkness (with the electric lights switched off) over 130! Your journey underground through the dark abbess of the show cave will be conducted by Martel using candlelight and lanterns to guide your way.
On this guided tour, you will be assisting Edouard Martel with his exploration and hearing about his insightful and captivating experiences as he ventured through the cave.
