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Buchan Caves Accommodation
Camp out or stay in comfort at Buchan Caves. The peaceful campground is a family favourite, while the Wilderness Camp is a pleasant glamping experience. If you're looking for a roof over your head, choose from a cabin or historic Caves House. Rare and exotic trees, a pretty river and lyrebirds await.
Book now Buchan Caves Cabins
There are two cabins at Buchan Caves Campground. Each cabin contains a double bed and triple bunk, toilet, shower and kitchenette which contains hot plate and microwave. Sit out on the small veranda with outdoor setting and BBQ. You must provide your own linen and towels.
Buchan Caves Wilderness Camp
Combine the bush camping experience with the comforts of a hotel room at the Buchan Caves Wilderness Camp. Low impact safari-style tents contain comfortable beds and sundeck perfect for relaxing after a long day of exploring Buchan Caves and the walks around the reserve.
Two tents are set up for couples, with a queen-size bed, but can comfortably sleep up to four people. The other three tents are set up for groups of six and have three bunk beds.
Each tent contains a small fridge and table and chairs. Bring your own linen (including pillows) and towels.
Caves House
Caves House is the former residence of the Moon family who ran tours of Buchan Caves in the early 1900s. Stay a night in the historic residence with all linen provided. Take in the views over the Buchan River and explore all Buchan Caves Reserve has to offer. This is the only site within the reserve where dogs are permitted. Dogs are can be walked along the Buchan River Flat and into the township but are not permitted past Caves House into the reserve.
Things to do in the area
Cave tours
Take a tour and explore elaborate stalactites and stalagmites, and beautiful calcite-rimmed pools of the Royal and Fairy Caves.
Buchan Caves Reserve Campground
There are a range of powered campsites that are located on flat ground and generally close to the public amenities block. The sites allow vehicles to be parked within a few metres of each site. Campsites generally have a lawn surface and most sides have shade from trees.
How to get there
Buchan Caves Accommodation
Sites
Camper Trailer
Campervan
Caravan
Tent
When you're there
Buchan Caves Reserve is a compact destination. The caves, swimming pool and town of Buchan are all within easy walking distance of the various accommodation options. Download the visitor guide before you go for information on walks and a map of the reserve.
Need to know
Buchan Caves Accommodation
Accessibility
The Wilderness Camp, campground and cabins have been assessed for accessibility.View bookings page for more details.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Buchan Caves Reserve closed
Buchan Caves Reserve is closed due to fires. Access to the surrounding area may be restricted due to fire-fighting activity. For the latest information on fires, visit www.emergency.vic.gov.auPark closures from Monday 30 December
This park is closed due to extreme weather conditions and local fire activity. For the latest information on fires, visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au -
Buchan Caves Swimming Pool (Buchan (AT) Cave Reserve)
Closure of Buchan Caves Swimming Pool
Parks Victoria wishes to advise visitors and campers the Buchan Caves Reserve* stream fed swimming pool will be closed as of 15 December 2019 as it does not meet the mandatory standards of the Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2009.
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