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A must visit World Heritage site
We had a fantastic experience at Naracoorte Caves, especially on the 30 minute guided tour of Alexandra Cave. We were lucky to arrive 20 minutes before the next tour and grab a spot, but many earlier tours were already booked out, including the one we ended up on, so I would definitely recommend booking in advance to avoid missing out.
While we waited, we explored the Wonambi Fossil Centre (included with any tour ticket). The kids had a great time in there, and I really enjoyed the engaging displays. It was the perfect introduction before heading into the cave.
The cave itself was spectacular. The formations are beautiful and the guide was knowledgeable, sharing plenty of interesting information that kept both adults and kids engaged. It is a great mix of being educational and awe inspiring at the time scales the geological features have formed in.
There is plenty to do around the grounds as well. The nature playground, open grassy areas and interpretive signage meant the kids were easily entertained before and after our tour.
Practical perks:
• Plenty of parking
• On site café with drinks and treats
• Accessibility: The cave has steep stairs at entry and exit with handrails, and uneven ground with low lighting inside. It is authentic and well preserved, but something to be mindful of for older visitors or those with mobility challenges. Parents carrying younger kids seemed fine.
A brilliant, family friendly stop and a reminder of why this place is World Heritage listed — highly recommend!
Cool to see but not worth the money!
It’s one of those things you’ve done it once no need to do it again. Very expensive $71.50 for a family 30min guided tour… I understand the guided tour needs to happen so it doesn’t get destroyed but should only be a$10 fee to keep pay staff and upkeep….
Photos do it justice save your money and just check the photos
Very interesting fossils to look at while waiting for a cave tour after purchasing tickets here or picking up the online booking tickets which I recommend to do to save disappointment of missing out. I highly recommend booking the Alexandra cave tour, you will be amazed and it is money worth spent. Considering a visit to the cinema to see a movie costs about the same but this is an unforgettable experience.
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A must visit World Heritage site
We had a fantastic experience at Naracoorte Caves, especially on the 30 minute guided tour of Alexandra Cave. We were lucky to arrive 20 minutes before the next tour and grab a spot, but many earlier tours were already booked out, including the one we ended up on, so I would definitely recommend booking in advance to avoid missing out.
While we waited, we explored the Wonambi Fossil Centre (included with any tour ticket). The kids had a great time in there, and I really enjoyed the engaging displays. It was the perfect introduction before heading into the cave.
The cave itself was spectacular. The formations are beautiful and the guide was knowledgeable, sharing plenty of interesting information that kept both adults and kids engaged. It is a great mix of being educational and awe inspiring at the time scales the geological features have formed in.
There is plenty to do around the grounds as well. The nature playground, open grassy areas and interpretive signage meant the kids were easily entertained before and after our tour.
Practical perks:
• Plenty of parking
• On site café with drinks and treats
• Accessibility: The cave has steep stairs at entry and exit with handrails, and uneven ground with low lighting inside. It is authentic and well preserved, but something to be mindful of for older visitors or those with mobility challenges. Parents carrying younger kids seemed fine.
A brilliant, family friendly stop and a reminder of why this place is World Heritage listed — highly recommend!
Cool to see but not worth the money!
It’s one of those things you’ve done it once no need to do it again. Very expensive $71.50 for a family 30min guided tour… I understand the guided tour needs to happen so it doesn’t get destroyed but should only be a$10 fee to keep pay staff and upkeep….
Photos do it justice save your money and just check the photos
Very interesting fossils to look at while waiting for a cave tour after purchasing tickets here or picking up the online booking tickets which I recommend to do to save disappointment of missing out. I highly recommend booking the Alexandra cave tour, you will be amazed and it is money worth spent. Considering a visit to the cinema to see a movie costs about the same but this is an unforgettable experience.
Book tickets in advance to secure your spot on tours
Consider purchasing online tickets to avoid disappointment or missing out on tours
Parking is available at the site
If visiting during peak times like public holidays, book tours well in advance to ensure availability
Reviews
The Naracoorte Caves - Wonambi Fossil Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning limestone formations and rich fossil history. Visitors are impressed by the informative and well-organized tours that showcase impressive chambers filled with stalactites, stalagmites, and ancient megafauna fossils. The Alexandra Cave tour is highly recommended for its unforgettable experience. Families find the caves safe and enjoyable for children, with super helpful staff at the visitor center. While some reviewers mention issues like booking confusion or high prices, overall, visitors appreciate the beauty of the caves and grounds.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A must visit World Heritage site
We had a fantastic experience at Naracoorte Caves, especially on the 30 minute guided tour of Alexandra Cave. We were lucky to arrive 20 minutes before the next tour and grab a spot, but many earlier tours were already booked out, including the one we ended up on, so I would definitely recommend booking in advance to avoid missing out.
While we waited, we explored the Wonambi Fossil Centre (included with any tour ticket). The kids had a great time in there, and I really enjoyed the engaging displays. It was the perfect introduction before heading into the cave.
The cave itself was spectacular. The formations are beautiful and the guide was knowledgeable, sharing plenty of interesting information that kept both adults and kids engaged. It is a great mix of being educational and awe inspiring at the time scales the geological features have formed in.
There is plenty to do around the grounds as well. The nature playground, open grassy areas and interpretive signage meant the kids were easily entertained before and after our tour.
Practical perks:
• Plenty of parking
• On site café with drinks and treats
• Accessibility: The cave has steep stairs at entry and exit with handrails, and uneven ground with low lighting inside. It is authentic and well preserved, but something to be mindful of for older visitors or those with mobility challenges. Parents carrying younger kids seemed fine.
A brilliant, family friendly stop and a reminder of why this place is World Heritage listed — highly recommend!
Cool to see but not worth the money!
It’s one of those things you’ve done it once no need to do it again. Very expensive $71.50 for a family 30min guided tour… I understand the guided tour needs to happen so it doesn’t get destroyed but should only be a$10 fee to keep pay staff and upkeep….
Photos do it justice save your money and just check the photos
Very interesting fossils to look at while waiting for a cave tour after purchasing tickets here or picking up the online booking tickets which I recommend to do to save disappointment of missing out. I highly recommend booking the Alexandra cave tour, you will be amazed and it is money worth spent. Considering a visit to the cinema to see a movie costs about the same but this is an unforgettable experience.
Very interesting place to visit. You can go inside different caves for a tour the shortest is 30 min tour for Alexandra Cave where you get to see the geological process that forms these. It is full of speleothems – stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. You’ll be amazed by the contrast between delicate needle-like stalactites and massive twisting columns. Very beautiful inside the cave.
Book your tickets in advance if possible otherwise you may have to wait as tours are at certain times.
Parking available at the place.
What a great experience! I checked out Victoria fossil cave, it was truly spectacular. Andrew our guide had a great sense of humour and was a wealth of knowledge. Would definitely come back to check out some of the other caves.