#1
Lisa H
2009-02-02
A brilliant experience that is great for all the family
Explore the Capricorn Caves
Spear-like stalactites drape from the ceiling and ancient flowstones form the vision of frozen waterfalls within the unique system of above-ground caves at Capricorn Caves, 23km north of Rockhampton, Central Queensland.
The entire family will enjoy wandering through the amazing passageways of ten cave chambers on a one-hour Cathedral Tour, leaving each day on the hour from 9am-4pm. Throughout the month of December and early January you will experience an additional phenomenon - the summer solstice light spectacle.
If you are over 16 and seek a more adventurous option, choose “Wild Caving” where you will be put to test on discoveries such as The Guillotine, a self-explore passageway complete with dead ends to confuse and frighten you. To get through Fat Man’s Misery get down on your belly and army-crawl through a 10m long black tunnel with very little head space.
Well, only if you’re brave enough...of course you might cave in on the challenge.
Getting there:
Travel to Rockhampton is easily accessed by train, bus and air.
Capricorn Caves is on 30 Olsens Caves Rd, 23km north of the city.
By train:
Catch The Sunlander, Tilt Train or Spirit of the Outback to Rockhampton. The Capricorn Caves are located about half an hour's drive from Rockhampton. To book your rail adventure call Traveltrain Holidays on 1800 627 655.
Further information:
Ph 07 4934 2883
Wild Adventure tours run for two hours and must be pre-booked. Overalls and a cave helmet with light are provided.
Voters Comments
Lisa H
#2
Menik Maharani
2009-02-02
It was one of those rare moments when our trip in central queensland became engrossing again! My family enjoyed every bit as we wandered through the amazing passageways of the cave chambers!
#3
helen taylor
2009-02-03
We plan to tour the caves again. A real adventure for all ages !
#4
Toni English
2009-02-03
One the most beautiful places I visited. The sunlight off the caves is quite spectacular. Well worth the time.
#5
Leonce Newby
2009-01-30
The staff employed at the Caves make sure all visitors to the Caves have a happy and memorable experience
#6
kelly jackson
2009-01-30
This is a great experience for everyone young and old. This is educational experience plus an awesome adventure. try your luck at squeezing through the tight tunnels and have a go at singing in the acoustic cave.
#7
Jonathan Regan
2009-01-29
This is an amazing experience and actually quite unique. Make sure you go in summer as the sun provides a unique spectacle. I'll leave it at that.
#8
Shane Dorrell
2009-01-28
Great place to visit and wander through, even better when attending a friends wedding in the cool acoustic chambers.
#9
Yvonne Chaloner
2009-01-28
We were fortunate to be in the caves during the summer solstice. Even though it was a bleak day we were so lucky when the sun came through enabling us to make a wish in the shaft of light from the ceiling.
#10
judith wooller
2009-01-27
I found the caves quite unique and enthralling. I also was attracted to the complete complex with the overnight huts and the walking trails.