Archway Cave self-guided tour
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve
Overview
Take a self-guided tour of Archway Cave at Abercrombie Caves. It has the largest natural arch in the southern hemisphere. Its special features include the gold miners dance platform, built in 1880.
- When
Contact Abercrombie Caves office on 02 6368 860 for cave tour information.
- Where
- Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Medium. Suitable for all ages. The self-guided tour is a 1.4km walk, with 202 steps, and takes about 1 hour.
- Price
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Adult $20 per person. Senior $17 per person. Child $13 per person. Family $50 for 2 adults and 2 children.
- Meeting point
- Abercrombie Caves park office
- Bookings
- Bookings not required. For further information email or phone Abercrombie Caves on 02 6368 8603.
This cave's archway is Abercrombie's most famous feature. You'll begin with a walk over the surface limestone, where you'll enjoy impressive views of the rock formations and karst landscape. You might glimpse some local wildlife, such as wallabies, lizards, scrub wrens and lyre birds. This is a different kind of cave tour – you won't forget Archway Cave's huge entrances, massive formations, colourful twilight zones and picturesque views.
It's a good idea to wear sturdy shoes and bring a camera. Bring a packed lunch if you're planning a day at Abercrombie Caves. There is no mobile phone reception in this park.
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve in the Country NSW region
Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve and caves are open Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). The reserve and caves area open daily during NSW school holidays. Closed Christmas Day.
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