Schools

Capricorn Caves Outdoor and Environmental Education Centre offers groups the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the local environment and history of central Queensland’s premier limestone cave attraction.

Whether you are planning your annual school leadership camp, or a subject specific excursion, our residential facility and day visit areas allows us to tailor camps and excursions to your specific needs. We welcome school groups from P-12, as well as youth groups and tertiary level students.

Our diverse program includes outdoor challenges, environmental exploration, cultural immersions, citizen science experiences and camp staples such as team games, campfire, cooking and art. Of course, no visit is complete without a guided tour into the enchanting chambers of the Capricorn Caves.

We invite you to explore our program offerings further on this website and get in touch to organise your visit. Our fully qualified staff can’t wait to meet you, and share their sense of fun and friendship, passion for the environment and love of adventure.

Overview of our programs

Adventure Caving

Groups are offered a unique caving adventure here at Capricorn Caves. Our qualified guides lead young adventurers along a tailored caving route, ensuring the challenge is appropriate to age and abilities. Safety is our number one priority, so students will be given helmets and a thorough briefing before attempting the challenge. Once in the belly of the mountain, the group will climb, crawl and squeeze through the maze of tunnels and chambers. Students are encouraged to overcome fears, push beyond comfort zones, and support their peers. Teachers are directed to the alternative non-crawling routes if required, and can meet students ’round the bend’ to capture great photos of their successes. A camp favourite, Adventure Caving, is also the dirtiest so be prepared! Don’t forget to BRING YOUR TORCH!

Raft Building Activities (COMING SOON)

Here at Capricorn Caves we are always looking for ways to improve our camp and excursion curriculum offerings. We have been busy working on a new activity for our future visitors. Imagine spending a whole day with your classmates working together to build a raft! Surrounded by beautiful native bushland and watch the cool water of the nearby creek flow by, this day will surely be remembered for a lifetime. Each group will be given materials to construct their “floating wreck”, and challenged to win the race to paddle their craft across the creek and then safely back to shore. Please get in contact with our staff if you wish to register your schools’ interest in participating in this activity.

Custom Camps & Excursions

There is something for everyone at Capricorn Caves. Whether you are wanting to build teamwork and personal resilience skills, challenge young people to a week long adventure, or learn more about our precious environment and culture, we’ve got your camp and excursion needs covered! Our Camp Itineraries are always adjusted to fit your group requirements. Do you have a custom request for an excursion? We can meet the needs of your specialised subjects, including History, Geography, Geology, Biology, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation, Maths, Art… the list goes on. Our Lodge Accommodation, EcoTent Village & Marquee spaces are also available for private hire, so if your group needs a large space, please get in touch.

Climbing Wall & High Ropes

Unleash your adventurous spirit at Capricorn Caves with our thrilling Climbing Wall and High Ropes activities! Conquer new heights as you scale our Climbing Wall, designed to challenge climbers of all skill levels. For the ultimate adrenaline rush, take on our High Ropes course, navigating through suspended obstacles and breathtaking aerial challenges. Whether you’re seeking an exciting outdoor adventure or a team-building experience, our Climbing Wall and High Ropes activities promise an unforgettable experience amidst the stunning natural scenery of Capricorn Caves.

Fossil Digs

Uncover ancient treasures and explore the secrets of prehistoric life as you sift through layers of sediment. Led by experienced guides, this hands-on experience offers an exciting opportunity for adventurers of all ages to discover fossils and artifacts from millions of years ago. Whether you’re a budding paleontologist or simply curious about Earth’s history, our fossil dig pit activities promise an unforgettable adventure that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the wonders of our planet’s past.

Tourism Q&A

Capricorn Caves is one of Queensland’s oldest tourism attractions, and holds Ecotourism accreditation. In addition, many staff have Savannah Guide or Outdoor Recreation & Leadership qualifications. Secondary School students studying Tourism or Outdoor Recreation can visit our attraction to make enquiries that relate to their research assessment tasks. We offer the opportunity for classes to meet with a Guide and talk about business operations as well as career paths. Pair this session with a Cathedral Cave Tour, Adventure Caving or High Ropes Challenge for the complete tourism or outdoor recreation experience. Teachers will need to specify the specific outcomes of the excursion when booking.