Buchan Caves
Victoria's most famous limestone cave system. The stalactites in Fairy Cave and Royal Cave form dazzling layers, and entry is by guided tour only.
The Buchan Caves Reserve lies about 60 km north of Lakes Entrance. Its limestone cave system formed about 400 million years ago and has been open to visitors since 1907. You can join a guided tour of about one hour through Fairy Cave or Royal Cave, with plenty of stalactites, stalagmites, curtains and rimstone pools that sparkle under the lights. The reserve also has a cold-water swimming pool, picnic lawns and walking tracks. In the evening, kangaroos often graze on the lawns. Tour tickets cost about AU$25, and departures are limited, so book in advance on the Parks Victoria website. The caves have many steps and slippery surfaces.
Opening hours
Guided tours approx. 10:00–16:00; check the official website for details
Nearby sights
- Lake Tyers & Lake Tyers Beach
- Lakes Entrance Footbridge & Entrance Walk
- Ninety Mile Beach (Lakes Entrance)
- Gippsland Lakes Cruise
- Lakes Entrance Fishermen's Co-op
- Jemmys Point Lookout
- Nyerimilang Heritage Park
- Metung