Saturday, 21 November 2009

Kangaroo Island - Kelly Hill Caves

Beneath the vast expanse of native bushland of Kelly Hill Conservation Park lies a maze of caverns and tunnels that will take your breath away.

Discover Kelly Hill Caves' treasures of impressive stalagmites, stalactites, helictites and straws on regular guided tours, with the flickering flames of the past replaced with state-of-the-art fibre optic lighting. One of the caves most intriguing features is its helictites, which defy gravity forming hook-like and other intricate limestone formations.

As one of the few dry limestone cave attractions in Australia, Kelly Hill offers an ideal spot to try adventure caving. Don't miss the opportunity to don a hardhat and pair of overalls as you and crawl through amazing caverns on a guided adventure caving tour.

The parks interpretive walking trails also offer great opportunities to spot native wildlife and enjoy the island's peacefulness and unspoilt natural beauty.

Kelly Hill's Visitor Centre houses interesting interpretive displays, souvenirs, drinks and snack food. Picnic grounds in a tranquil bush setting are also available.

The park is located on the southern side of Kangaroo Island, adjoining the Cape Bouguer Wilderness Protection Area.

kelly Hill Caves Tour Timetable and Fees
All prices include gsT and are valid from 1/4/09 – 31/3/10
Adult ($) Conc. ($) Child ($) Family ($)
Show Cave Tour 12.50 10.00 7.50 34.00
Adventure Caving, bookings essential 31.00 25.00 18.50 84.00

Show Cave Tour – duration approximately 40 minutes.
Daily: 10.30 am 11.15 am 12.15 pm 1.15 pm 2.15 pm 3.15 pm 4.15 pm
Adventure Caving Tour: Available at 2.15 pm daily, participants must be over 8 years. Minimum charge and conditions apply. Bookings are essential. (A Show Cave Tour must be completed prior to Adventure Cave Tour).





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