The bottom line is that, despite the fact cave, wreck and ice diving all take place in overhead environments, they are separate and distinct activities. Each involves a different set of risks, and each requires its own unique equipment, techniques and procedures. Similarly, equipment that represents an acceptable configuration for ice or wreck diving is not automatically an acceptable configuration for cave diving. Most cave divers agree that the reasons they enjoy exploring natural overhead environments are difficult to verbalize. They offer clear water and unique geological formations that divers cannot see or enjoy elsewhere.
Caves offer diving that is free from wind, waves and surge.
Seasickness is never a consideration when diving inland caves. Cave diving is among the most exciting of all diving activities. There are no dull cave dives. Cave diving provides a unique insight on how the earth formed and on how life on earth evolved. Cave divers seem to share both a powerful curiosity and an appreciation of the technical aspects of overhead-environment diving.