Overview
Naracoorte Caves is one of only two UNESCO World Heritage fossil sites in Australia, preserving megafauna fossils spanning 500,000 years from several ice ages to the arrival of humans 60,000 years ago. The park offers guided and self-guided cave tours showcasing both geological formations and paleontological treasures, making it essential for anyone interested in Earth's prehistoric past or South Australia's natural heritage.
Museums · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Geology
The park sits on limestone formations typical of the Limestone Coast region. Alexandra Cave features notable speleothems including sharp pin-like stalactites.
Hours
Park and caves open 9AM-5PM daily. Tours for Alexandra Cave run at 9:30AM and 1:30PM; Victoria Fossil Cave tours at 10:15AM and 2:15PM.
Safety
Stick-Tomato Cave is fully accessible for all ages and mobility levels. Adventure caving tours provide safety gear and training. Victoria Fossil Cave tours involve stairs and some confined spaces.
Weather
Above-ground temperatures range from below freezing in winter nights to high 40s in summer. Cave temperature stays constant at 17°C year-round—bring a light jacket for underground tours.