Title: Wombeyan Caves Travel Guide: Best of Wombeyan Caves, New South Wales Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Wombeyan Caves](https://expedia.co.uk/Wombeyan-Caves-Hotels.d6350917.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Wombeyan Caves](https://expedia.co.uk/Wombeyan-Caves-Holiday-Rentals.d6350917.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Wombeyan Caves Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Wombeyan-Caves.d6350917.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wombeyan Caves Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wombeyan-Caves.d6350917.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wombeyan Caves Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![This short walk (45mins) from Wombeyan Caves Information Centre leads you to Mares Creek where you can swim (take a wet suit) between the gorgeous rock walls. You climb between sections to reach long stretches of water. Such a fantastic place!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350917/d7288422-2e63-4d81-a686-5c6051a25b45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This short walk (45mins) from Wombeyan Caves Information Centre leads you to Mares Creek where you can swim (take a wet suit) between the gorgeous rock walls. You climb between sections to reach long stretches of water. Such a fantastic place!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350917/d7288422-2e63-4d81-a686-5c6051a25b45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the spectacular formations inside the Figtree Cave at Wombeyan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. Although it's not as adventurous as the various nearby wild cave systems such as those at Tuglow and Bungonia, it's a top spot for camping, wildlife watching and for learning about the geology and history of these remote and magnificent caves. The caves had been a special place to the local Gundungurra people for hundreds of generations, but there is little evidence they used the caves themselves for shelter. Europeans first discovered Wombeyan Caves in 1828 when explorer John Oxley and pioneering grazier John Macarthur explored the areas between Berrima and Oberon looking for grazing land. They stumbled upon the massive entrance to the Figtree Cave, the Victoria Arch, at the end of a cleared box canyon. In 1868 the area was set aside by the colonial NSW government as a reserve and was staffed by a caretaker, Mr Charles Chalker. Chalker explored the area extensively and discovered many of the dozens of caves in the Wombeyan system. The area became very popular with tourists and geologists alike, and in 1900 a road was opened, linking Wombeyan Caves to Mittagong in the east. An account of this newly-pushed-through road is found in one of my favourite books, "Landlopers" by John Le Gay Brereton, published in 1899. I have read newspaper letters to the editor from the 1910s where the writers bitterly whinge about the state of the Wombeyan Caves Road between the Caves and Mittagong. Over 100 years later, people are still whingeing about it haha. I call it The Road Of Doom and it's a picturesque drive which is even a little adventurous at times. The Wombeyan Caves themselves were popular throughout the first half of the 20th Century and the Figtree Cave in the photo was opened to the public as a guided show cave in 1968 and it's been inspiring visitors ever since. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350917/582678b7-0384-49de-95f6-dbe5964eb713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Wombeyan Caves Things to do - Top hotels in Wombeyan Caves - Top Holiday Rentals in Wombeyan Caves ![Berrima Bakehouse Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7830000/7820900/7820820/e4cbca7b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Berrima Bakehouse Motel 19 Old Hume Highway Berrima NSW £90 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Clean & spacious room, great shower and supplies. Bed wasn’t the most comfortable. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=7820820&PinnedHotelID=7820820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350917) ![Daphne cottage - Heritage two storey 2 bedroom cottage in Historical Berrima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46276100/46276049/87b17e89_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daphne cottage - Heritage two storey 2 bedroom cottage in Historical Berrima Berrima NSW Stay at this holiday home in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Berrima District Historical & Family History ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews) Location is excellent for walking to restaurants and winery in Berrima. Phil and Annie very friendly and welcoming, including putting up t he sun umbrella and outdoor chair cushions so we could enjoy a board game in the lovely backyard. Lots of birds to watch too. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=46276049&PinnedHotelID=46276049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350917) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=46276049&PinnedHotelID=46276049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350917) ![Crabapple Cottage -Lovely self contained cottage on Heritage property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36370000/36363400/36363397/68f0f306_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crabapple Cottage -Lovely self contained cottage on Heritage property Berrima NSW Stay at this cottage in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Berrima District Historical & Family History Society Museum and Berrima ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (199 reviews) Great little spot perfect for 2 people whoo just want to get away from the bustling city life Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=36363397&PinnedHotelID=36363397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350917) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=36363397&PinnedHotelID=36363397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350917) [See all 73 properties in Wombeyan Caves](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6350917) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Daphne cottage - Heritage two storey 2 bedroom cottage in Historical Berrima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46276100/46276049/87b17e89_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daphne cottage - Heritage two storey 2 bedroom cottage in Historical Berrima Berrima NSW Stay at this holiday home in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Berrima District Historical & Family History ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews) Location is excellent for walking to restaurants and winery in Berrima. Phil and Annie very friendly and welcoming, including putting up t he sun umbrella and outdoor chair cushions so we could enjoy a board game in the lovely backyard. Lots of birds to watch too. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowral-Hotels-Daphne-Cottage-Heritage-Two-Storey-2-Bedroom-Cottage-In-Historical-Berrima.h46276049.Hotel-Information) ![Crabapple Cottage -Lovely self contained cottage on Heritage property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36370000/36363400/36363397/68f0f306_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crabapple Cottage -Lovely self contained cottage on Heritage property Berrima NSW Stay at this cottage in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Berrima District Historical & Family History Society Museum and Berrima ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (199 reviews) Great little spot perfect for 2 people whoo just want to get away from the bustling city life Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowral-Hotels-Crabapple-Cottage-Lovely-Self-Contained-Cottage-On-Heritage-Property.h36363397.Hotel-Information) ![Farmstay at Fleece, Flock & Fibre an historic railway station in Taralga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107080000/107070800/107070718/e083645d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Farmstay at Fleece, Flock & Fibre an historic railway station in Taralga Taralga NSW Stay at this cottage in Taralga. Enjoy laundry facilities, air conditioning and a living plant wall. 10/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews) Amazing stay, Lynda and Paul are great hosts! The guest house was clean, well-maintained and had very thoughtful amenities. It was so cute seeing the lambs and sheep around. Great directions on finding the place and the property itself is so serene and peaceful. This may be one of the best stays ... Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taralga-Hotels-Farmstay-At-Fleece.h107070718.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Wombeyan Caves](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6350917&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Wombeyan Caves hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350917&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve, a lovely green space in Wombeyan Caves. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wombeyan-Karst-Conservation-Reserve-Wombeyan-Caves.d623452248519544832.Attraction) #### Mares Forest National Park Explore the great outdoors at Mares Forest National Park, a lovely green space in Wombeyan Caves. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mares-Forest-National-Park-Wombeyan-Caves.d553248635998052343.Attraction) ### Things to do ![ Wombeyan Caves: Fig Tree Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50240758/ef5b59dd-ce5a-4321-a9a5-5b91ab6b6f41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wombeyan Caves: Fig Tree Cave Tour £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wombeyan-caves-fig-tree-cave-tour.a50240758.activity-details) ![Wombeyan Caves: Wollondilly Cave Guided Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50240822/36581889-6c52-424a-967e-178d882f3e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wombeyan Caves: Wollondilly Cave Guided Tour £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wombeyan-caves-wollondilly-cave-guided-tour.a50240822.activity-details) ![Wombeyan Caves: Kooringa Cave Guided Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50240885/c5318f55-d12a-4238-8f3b-510c381e4e37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wombeyan Caves: Kooringa Cave Guided Tour £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wombeyan-caves-kooringa-cave-guided-tour.a50240885.activity-details) [See all activities in Wombeyan Caves](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wombeyan-Caves.d6350917.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Wombeyan Caves ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app