Caving at Friouato
Beyond the developed area, the cave continues through more than 2 km of passages, down to −271 m.
What it involves
Guided progression in the undeveloped parts: narrow passages, drops, decorated chambers and, for the most experienced, rope descents towards the rimstone gallery.
Caving is only done with a qualified, equipped leader, in a small group.
Levels
Introduction
First steps underground, beyond the path, without rope techniques.
Discovery
Narrow passages and rigged drops, for people in good shape.
Expedition
Rope descents into the depths, for experienced cavers.
Equipment
Helmet, headlamp, overalls and, depending on the level, harness and rope-progression gear are provided.
Who is it for?
Healthy people without claustrophobia. Minimum age and conditions are given in the quote.
The depths
Around −236 m, a long, almost horizontal gallery dotted with rimstone pools; at its end, two sumps and a last shaft lead to the bottom, at −271 m.
Guided caving
Beyond the developed area: narrow passages, drops, deep chambers. Overalls, helmet and headlamp provided, in a small group with a qualified leader.
- Duration
- depends on the level chosen
- Level
- moderate to hard, not for claustrophobic people
- Equipment
- provided
Your turn to go down
Plan your visit to the cave of the wind.