Mammoth Cave
Highlights
- Explore 10,000-year-old fossils and encounter the ancient zygomaturus jawbone embedded in the cave wall.
- Enjoy a self-guided audio tour in multiple languages, allowing you to discover at your own pace.
- Wander through a stunning marri forest trail, adorned with vibrant wildflowers in winter and spring.
- Access the first chamber easily with wheelchair-friendly pathways, welcoming visitors of all abilities.
This natural time capsule offers an extraordinary insight into Australia’s ancient past.
A self-guided audio tour is available in English, French, German, Malay, and Mandarin, which allows visitors to explore the majestic chambers at their own pace.
Mammoth Cave offers a unique window into the past, over 10,000 fossils once accumulated inside the cave, many of these fossils were found to be remains of Australian Megafauna (giant animals) that became extinct around 46,000 years ago.
When exploring this incredible cave system, you will come face-to-face with a 50,000-year-old ”zygomaturus’ jawbone embedded in the cave wall!
A visit to Mammoth Cave finishes with a winding walk through a beautiful marri forest. The trail is lined with flourishing green foliage, towering trees and wildflowers during winter and spring. Mammoth Cave is more than a cave – it is a complete nature experience.
They welcome visitors of all abilities. Wheelchair access is available to the first chamber of the cave (approximately 30 metres) and is free of charge.
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Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- WA – Australia's South West
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Activities
Tags
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.capesfoundation.org.au/accessibility/
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