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Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve

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Overview

Stay and cave at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. With guided tours, accessible walks and cosy cabins, it’s the perfect destination for a weekend nature getaway.

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Enjoy show-stopping caves and recently upgraded visitor facilities at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Explore the magical underground world of Wombeyan Caves by day on a guided or self-guided tour. Then, pitch a tent in the spacious campground or put your feet up in a comfortable cabin equipped with all the necessities. Bring some snacks to enjoy in the shady picnic area, where you might meet the inquisitive local kangaroos. And don’t miss the accessible walking track to Victoria Arch, one of Wombeyan’s most epic cave chambers.

An easy drive from Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong, the reserve is a great place for a family camping trip or weekend retreat.

Enjoy a relaxing stay in nature

A family group arrive, walking up to Wombeyan Caves cabins, at the start of their stay at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
A family group arrive, walking up to Wombeyan Caves cabins, at the start of their stay at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Wombeyan Caves cabins

For a self-contained stay off the beaten track, book into Wombeyan Caves cabins. They’re great for families and couples. Relax and explore the caves at your own pace.

A father plays cricket with his 2 young sons in front of their tent at Wombeyan Caves campground. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
A father plays cricket with his 2 young sons in front of their tent at Wombeyan Caves campground. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Wombeyan Caves campground

Wombeyan Caves campground is wheelchair-accessible, and has great recently revamped amenities, including hot showers. It’s also close to all the main attractions.

Explore the caves your way

Wombeyan is home to an impressive network of caves. There are 4 main show caves to choose from, each with their own unique features. Book a family-friendly tour or combo pass to explore this fascinating cave system.

Book a 2-cave pass

Discover the highlights of Wombeyan Caves when you book a 2-cave combo ticket. This experience includes a self-guided tour of Fig Tree Cave and guided tour of Wollondilly Cave.

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A family climbs a steep fight of steps while on a guided tour of Wollondilly Cave at Wombeyan Caves. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
 A family climbs a steep fight of steps while on a guided tour of Wollondilly Cave at Wombeyan Caves. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Learn more about cave tours

Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve was the first area in Australia to be reserved for the protection of caves in 1865. Find out what makes these caves so special and plan your trip today.

Cave tours
A young boy and his parents look up the wonders of Mulwaree Cave while on a guided cave tour. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
 A young boy and his parents look up the wonders of Mulwaree Cave while on a guided cave tour. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

More great reasons to visit

A man builds an open fire while his family prepare marshmallows for roasting, Barmah communal dining room. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
A man builds an open fire while his family prepare marshmallows for roasting, Barmah communal dining room. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Family friendly

Bring the family when you visit. Tour the caves, share a picnic and take the short walk to Victoria Arch where amazing views await you. If you’re staying overnight, cook dinner or roast marshmallows together at the communal Barmah camp kitchen and dining hall.

Aerial view of Victoria Arch and the surrounding limestone terrain sparsely covered in trees. Credit: John Spencer © DPE
Aerial view of Victoria Arch and the surrounding limestone terrain sparsely covered in trees. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Connection to Country

Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve lies in the traditional lands of the Gundungurra People. An epic Dreamtime story tells how Wombeyan and Jenolan caves were formed during a fight between 2 beings: Gurangatch (who was part-fish and part-reptile) and Mirragan (a legendary tiger cat).

A man and his 2 sons walk along the step-free, wheelchair-accessible Victoria Arch walking track, a sealed path surrounded by trees. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
A man and his 2 sons walk along the step-free, wheelchair-accessible Victoria Arch walking track, a sealed path surrounded by trees. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Wheelchair-accessible areas

Victoria Arch walking track is an accessible, step-free track that everyone can enjoy. Beginning at Wombeyan picnic area, it’s only a short 10 to 20-min journey to Victoria Arch, the majestic final chamber of Fig Tree Cave. Wombeyan Caves campground is also wheelchair accessible.

A kangaroo doe with her joey in her pouch rests outside Wombeyan Caves cabins. Credit: Stephen Babka © DPE
A kangaroo doe with her joey in her pouch rests outside Wombeyan Caves cabins. Credit: Stephen Babka © DPE

Surrounded by nature

Escape the hustle and bustle and spend restorative time in nature. From the 430-million-year-old limestone in the caves, to kangaroos and joeys resting near the cabins, this inviting, peaceful green valley protects some of our most treasured animals, birds and plants.

Plan your underground nature escape

Visitors point out stalactites on the roof of Mulwaree Cave. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand
Visitors point out stalactites on the roof of Mulwaree Cave. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

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Highlights in this park

A family group arrive, walking up to Wombeyan Caves cabins, at the start of their stay at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

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Wombeyan Caves cabins

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Visitors outside the Kui Kiosk building in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Eat

Kui Kiosk

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A man and a woman, holding hands, walk along the Victoria Arch walking track. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Walk

Victoria Arch walking track

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A couple chat while preparing lunch at the barbecue in Wombeyan picnic area. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Picnic

Wombeyan picnic area

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A father plays cricket with his 2 young sons in front of their tent at Wombeyan Caves campground. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

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Wombeyan Caves campground

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Visitors take in the textured walls of Fig Tree Cave. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Cave

Fig Tree Cave

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A pool of water surrounded by unique cave formations in Kooringa Cave. Credit: Stephen Babka/DPE © Stephen Babka

Cave

Kooringa Cave

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Visitors point out stalactites on the roof of Mulwaree Cave. Credit: Remy Brand/DPE © Remy Brand

Cave

Mulwaree Cave

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A close-up view of tiny stalagmites in Wollondilly Cave. Credit: Stephen Babka/DPE © Stephen Babka

Cave

Wollondilly Cave

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Family sitting outside Wombeyan Caves dormitories. Photo: OEH/John Spencer

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Wombeyan Caves dormitories

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Dennings Labyrinth, Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Photo © Steve Babka

Cave

Dennings Labyrinth

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Junction Cave, Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Photo: Steve Babka

Cave

Junction Cave

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