Naracoorte

Hidden away, Naracoorte maintains its quiet whispers of megafauna fossils, preserving secrets of the world's past. These animals came to a sudden extinction roughly 42,000 years ago, around the same time Earth's magnetic poles temporarily reversed for 800 years, known as the Laschamps Excursion. Today, Naracoorte offers an extraordinary sight with near-perfect fossilized bone structures.

The Naracoorte Caves World Heritage Area is a remarkable network of caves, renowned for their exceptional fossils and Aboriginal cultural significance. Embark on a guided tour inside Victoria Cave to explore these magnificent chambers dating back millennia, showcasing remains of megafauna like giant wombats, marsupial lions, and the thylacine (Tasmanian tiger).

After your tour, visit the Wonambi Fossil Centre with interactive exhibits and informative displays about these ancient animals. Once you've been wowed by the land's past, relax by the massive Naracoorte public pool, built in 1930. Stretching 150 meters long with a depth of 2 meters, it feels like a lake with a sandy beach for sunbathing.

Naracoorte is a magical destination where history and nature intertwine, offering a rare glimpse into a prehistoric world.