In short
- Enclosed shoes are required for adventure tours.
- The caves stay at 22°C (71°F) year-round.
- Wear flexible clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
In this article
- What temperature is it inside the Capricorn Caves?
- What footwear is required for Capricorn Caves tours?
- What clothing is best for the Explorer and Adventurer tours?
- What else should I pack for the above-ground areas?
- Do I need to bring my own cave lighting or helmet?
- Can I bring a camera and water on the tours?
Dressing for Capricorn Caves depends on which tour you choose. The temperature inside the limestone chambers is constant. However, the physical demands vary significantly from accessible walkways to tight squeezes.
What temperature is it inside the Capricorn Caves?
The temperature inside the caves remains a stable 22°C (71°F) all year.
The underground climate does not change with the seasons. You will experience the same cool conditions in summer and winter. Bring a light jacket or long-sleeve shirt to stay comfortable during your tour.
What footwear is required for Capricorn Caves tours?
You must wear enclosed shoes for safety and grip on the cave floors.
Enclosed walking shoes are strongly recommended for the 45-minute Cathedral Cave Tour. If you book the Explorer or Adventurer tours, enclosed footwear is strictly required. Guests without proper shoes cannot join the adventure tours.
What clothing is best for the Explorer and Adventurer tours?
Wear older, flexible trousers that you do not mind getting dusty.
The 90-minute Explorer Tour and 120-minute Adventurer Tour require crawling and squeezing. You navigate tight passages like Fat Man's Misery. You need comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Expect to get dirty as you navigate the unpaved limestone sections.
What else should I pack for the above-ground areas?
Pack a hat, sunglasses, and insect repellent for the surface trails.
Capricorn Caves sits within 80 acres of native bushland. If you plan to walk the surface Karst Walk, you will need sun protection. Insect repellent helps keep mosquitoes and bugs away in the bushland.
Do I need to bring my own cave lighting or helmet?
The tour operators provide helmets and headlights for the adventure tours.
You do not need to bring your own caving equipment. The Explorer and Adventurer tours include professional guides, helmets, and torches. The Cathedral Cave is well-lit and does not require a helmet.
Can I bring a camera and water on the tours?
Yes, bring a camera with good low-light capabilities and a refillable water bottle.
Photography is allowed in the caves. If you stay on-site at the campground or cabins, pack swimwear to use the visitor swimming pool.
Questions travellers ask
Do I need enclosed shoes for the Cathedral Cave Tour?
Enclosed shoes are strongly recommended for safety and grip, but they are not strictly required for this accessible 45-minute tour.
Will I get dirty in the Capricorn Caves?
You will not get dirty on the Cathedral Cave Tour. However, you should expect to get dusty and dirty on the Explorer and Adventurer tours.
Is it cold inside the caves?
The caves maintain a steady temperature of 22°C (71°F). Most visitors find a light jacket or long-sleeve shirt perfectly comfortable.