Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park Guided Tours

Make your own way to Cutta Cutta Caves, which is easily accessible from the Stuart Highway just 16.5-miles (27-kilometers) south of Katherine.

Meet your guide and receive a brief orientation, then descend 50 feet (15 meters) into the limestone cave system. Thus tropical cave system formed millions of years ago, and is one of only a few in Australia, which makes it a focus of scientific research. It has also has played significance for Aboriginal culture and modern European history

Hear details about the area’s geology and Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park, which is home to more than 170 bird species, such as the endangered Gouldian finch and hooded parrot. Some rare bats live here also, including the ghost bat and horseshoe bat.

When you have finished your cave tour, you might want to explore further on your own. The nature park offers a self-guided Tropical Woodland walk with information about local flora and fauna.

**NOTE: Enclosed shoes must be worn for this tour or you will be turned away**

Delve 15 metres below the surface to discover amazing limestone caves in the heart of Australia’s Top End.

Formed millions of years ago, the Cutta Cutta Caves system is home to a variety of native wildlife and is rich in Indigenous culture and modern European history.

You will need to travel 27km south of the Katherine Township, heading south on the Stuart Hwy.

Tropical cave systems like those in Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park are limited in Australia and are therefore of scientific and conservation interest and are the primary season the area has been declared an official Nature Park.

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Not wheelchair accessible
Enclosed Footwear must be worn
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Caves open from April to October
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers