Education
Discover the underground at Wellington Caves by exploring the spectacular Cathedral Cave or unearth fossils from a million years ago within the Fossil Discovery Lab .
Each experience can be tailored to the needs of your group and areas of study.
* Unfortunately, we can't offer group bookings on weekends, long weekends or school holidays
Teacher's
Resources
Teacher's Guide - Click Here
This guide provides all the information you need for planning your excursion at Wellington Caves. If you require any additional information please reach out to our friendly team.
Wellington Caves Risk Assessment - Click Here
Fossil Trail Map - Click Here
Terms and Conditions - Click Here
Cathedral Cave
&
Fossil Discovery Lab
Cathedral Cave
Duration - 1 Hour
Get ready for an epic underground journey through Cathedral Cave, the biggest and most famous of our show caves!
What you’ll see:
The Altar – a towering 15m stalagmite
Thunder Cave – hear the echoes boom
Headache Rock – find out how it got its name
The Well – a hidden underground surprise
This tour includes 300 stairs, so you will need a medium level of fitness and mobility to explore!
Important: You MUST wear enclosed shoes – NO Crocs, thongs, sandals or Ugg boots.
Fossil Discovery Lab
Duration - 45 mins
Get your hands dirty and dig up the past in our Fossil Discovery Lab! Unearth real fossils over one million years old, just like a palaeontologist.
What can you discover?
Ancient fossils buried beneath the soil, Crystal formations up close – see how they sparkle, or meet Australia megafauna – the giant creatures that once ruled this land!
Perfect for curious minds of all ages, whether you’re a little explorer or a future scientist, there’s something amazing to uncover.
Free
Onsite
Activities
Ancient Landscapes Gallery
Duration - 15/30 minutes
Imagine ancient oceans, roaming Megafauna and Dreamtime stories coming to life. With augmented reality and hands-on activities, kids can, touch, and explore how landscapes have changed over time.
Discover giant creatures, uncover ancient secrets, and have fun learning in an experience designed just for your young explorers!
Fossil Trail
Duration - 15/30 minutes
Step back 400 million years and uncover the secrets of ancient sea creatures. Follow our self-guided Fossil Trail on the surface to spot real marine fossils and imagine the ocean world they once lived in.
Go at your own pace! Complete the trail in 15 minutes or take your time, spend up to 30 minutes discovering amazing ancient marine fossils.
Osawano Japanese Gardens
Bring your students on a peaceful outdoor adventure! This beautiful Japanese garden is the perfect place for school groups to explore nature, observe local wildlife, and learn about traditional garden design.
Wander at your own pace and let students engage with their surroundings.
Reveal
Website
Dubbo Regional Council is custodian to a diverse collection of historic, artistic, paleontological, and archival materials across several sites that include the Western Plains Cultural Centre, Old Dubbo Gaol and Wellington Caves. Located in the centre of New South Wales, the Dubbo region has a long history as a place of connection and gathering. Our collections reflect not only our local heritage but how our region intersects with the state and nation.
Supported by funding from Create NSW.
Explore the Collection - Click Here
Listen to Tick Podcast host Libby Campbell discover the significance of the Wellington Caves while chatting to our informative and passionate Tour Guide Ian, they discuss how students can explore science and history within the beautiful formations and understand the complexities of our environment.
