Cave Tour Shopping List

A cave tour needs more than helmets and a packed lunch. You will need reliable lighting, spare batteries, waterproof storage and safety equipment for every participant, plus food and drinks for the time before and after the tour. Pack supplies so they remain usable in damp conditions, and check equipment before departure rather than at the meeting point. This shopping list helps you cover the items people most often forget, including backup lights, power banks and containers for waste.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Safety

Helmetsqty 24
Reflective vestsqty 6
Work glovesqty 24
Waterproof ponchosqty 24
First aid kitsqty 2
Blanketsqty 4
Whistlesqty 6

Lighting

Headlampsqty 24
Spare headlampsqty 3

Equipment

AA batteriesqty 48
Power banksqty 4
Charging cablesqty 4

Navigation

Route mapsqty 6

Communication

Walkie-talkiesqty 4

Bags

Waterproof backpack coversqty 24
Waterproof storage bagsqty 8

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 2
Folding chairsqty 12

Catering

Coolersqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 3

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 30
Reusable platesqty 30
Reusable cutleryqty 30

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving tongsqty 3
Foldable jerrycansqty 3

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 3
Cleaning clothsqty 12
Dish brushesqty 3

Groceries

Groceries
- Flat mineral water - 24 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 12 bottles
- Isotonic sports drink - 12 bottles
- Cola - 6 cans
- Cola Zero - 6 cans
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 1 box
- Sugar - 1 pack
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Butter - 2 packs
- Multigrain rolls - 36 pieces
- White rolls - 24 pieces
- Young cheese - 1,5 kilo
- Back ham - 1 kilo
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Vegan cheese - 2 packages
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 1 kilo
- Lettuce - 3 heads
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Mustard - 1 jar
- Apples - 24 pieces
- Bananas - 24 pieces
- Muesli bars - 30 pieces
- Paprika chips - 3 bags
- Plain chips - 3 bags
- Raisins - 2 bags
- Cookies - 4 packs
- Lemons - 6 pieces
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Napkins - 3 packs
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Hand sanitizer gel - 3 bottles
- Disinfecting wipes - 3 packs
- Trash bags - 2 rolls

Tips

Plan one helmet and one headlamp per participant, then add spare headlamps and AA batteries. Test every lamp before leaving and keep replacement batteries in a waterproof storage bag.
Pack one waterproof poncho and a pair of work gloves per person if the cave route is damp or rough. Bring reflective vests for the group, especially when walking between transport, parking and the cave entrance.
Allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then add extra water for the rest of the outing. Use coolers for chilled supplies and thermos flasks for hot drinks; reusable cups reduce loose rubbish.
Prepare sandwiches and snacks no earlier than the day before, and check shelf life before packing. Bring reusable plates, cutlery, serving tongs and cutting boards, then separate food from wet clothing in waterproof bags.
Carry at least one first aid kit, route maps and a whistle for the group, plus charged power banks and compatible charging cables. Pack waste bins, cleaning cloths and dish brushes so the meeting point and transport can be left clean.

Frequently asked questions

What should I buy for a cave tour?: Buy or bring a helmet, headlamp, spare headlamp, AA batteries, waterproof clothing, work gloves, first aid supplies and waterproof bags. Add food, drinks, reusable tableware and cleaning supplies for the full group.
How many spare headlamps do I need for a cave tour?: Take at least 1 spare headlamp for every 10 participants, with a minimum of 2 spares for a small group. Carry extra AA batteries even when every lamp has been tested.
How much food and drink do I need for a cave tour?: Plan 2 to 3 drinks per person for the first hour, then add water for the remaining journey and tour. Pack 1 sandwich and 1 or 2 snacks per participant, plus a small reserve for delays.
When should I pack food and safety equipment for a cave tour?: Buy shelf-stable supplies several days ahead and check expiry dates before packing. Prepare sandwiches and chill drinks the day before, then check lights, batteries and power banks again on the morning of departure.

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