The spectacular Cave of the Winds Tour is an exhilarating walk that takes visitors into the stormy mist zone of Niagara Falls to soak up the experience of being next to one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Before the adventure begins, visitors are geared up in protective clothing consisting of a souvenir rain poncho and specially designed anti-slip sandals before taking an elevator ride 175 feet down into the Niagara Gorge. The walking tour then follows wooden walkways along the edge of the Niagara River to the Hurricane Deck, which is situated just a few feet from the thundering torrents of the falls and enshrouded in mists created from the rushing Bridal Veil Falls. Special edition Cave of the Winds Tours are offered in early spring, offering visitors the chance to see the winding walkways and decks being built for the upcoming season, which are removed and replaced each season due to the extreme weather conditions in the Gorge in the winter.

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