Green Cape Lighthouse guided tour
Green Cape area in Beowa National Park
Overview
Uncover the history of Green Cape Lighthouse on this guided tour in Beowa National Park, near Eden. Hear stories of disaster and survival and enjoy shore-based whale watching and breathtaking views.
- When
2024 tour dates: Thursday 3 and Tuesday 8 October 2024. Tour time: 10am to 11.45am
Sunday 20 October 2024. Tour times: 9am to 10.30am and 11am to 12.30pm
2025 tour dates: Thursday 2, Thursday 9, Thursday 16 January and Tuesday 15 April 2025. Tour time: 10am to 11.45am
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Easy. Suitable for adults and children 5 years and over. You'll need to climb 116 stairs to reach the top of the lighthouse. It’s a short easy walk to Green Cape lookout.
- Price
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Adult (16 years and over) $22 per person. Child (5 to 15 years) $14 per person. Family (2 adults and 2 children) $60.
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- Meeting point
- Green Cape Lightstation carpark.
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
- Availability
- Short 30-min tour (lighthouse only) available on request, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 3pm. Adult $12 per person. Child $6 per person. Meet at the gate at the base of Green Cape Lighthouse. To book, email or phone 02 6495 5000.
- Please note
Plan ahead and make a day of it. Our Historic Davidson Whaling Station tour runs on the same days, in the afternoon.
First lit in 1883, Green Cape Lighthouse is the southernmost and second tallest lighthouse in NSW. Led by an NPWS guide, you'll discover the unique architecture and fascinating history of the lighthouse. Uncover what life was like for lighthouse keepers living in this remote stretch of coast with their families.
Climb the 116 stairs of the lighthouse for spectacular panoramic views over Disaster Bay and the rugged coastline.
October is the height of the whale migration and Green Cape is the ideal vantage point to spot them. Whales are often seen very close to Green Cape, offering stunning displays of power and agility as they pass. Our guide will have powerful binoculars on hand, and all the whale facts and knowledge you'll need to make this whale watching experience the highlight of your holidays.
Visiting outside of whale season? Your guide will take you on a guided visit the Ly-ee Moon Cemetery along the Light to Light Walk.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in the Green Cape area of Beowa National Park in the South Coast region
The Green Cape area of Beowa National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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$8 per vehicle per day in the Green Cape area of the park (south of Eden).
Buy annual pass
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