Tantanoola Caves
Dolomite caves with pinkish and white stalactites. They are the only caves in South Australia accessible by wheelchair.
Tantanoola Caves lie beside the Princes Highway about 30 km northwest of Mount Gambier. They are dolomite caves formed in an ancient sea cliff. Their stalactites, stalagmites and slender “straw” formations have a faint pink tint. The caves are modest in size but richly decorated. A short, flat walk leads in, making them the only caves in South Australia that are wheelchair accessible. Visits are by guided tour only (about 30–40 minutes, ticketed), and there is a picnic area outside.
Opening hours
Tours approx. 09:15–16:00
Nearby sights
- Little Blue Lake
- Centenary Tower
- Engelbrecht Cave
- Valley Lake / Ketla Malpi
- Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre
- Cave Garden / Thugi
- Blue Lake / Warwar
- Mount Schank