Mount Eccles Volcano – Budj Bim National Park
- 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Natural History Tour with a geologist and experienced local guide. This is a unique opportunity to see a well-preserved lava shield volcano in the company of an authentic geologist, the Budj Bim (Mount Eccles) Volcano. With the option of also visiting a local winery along the way. This is not a tour of the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape that is located nearby on part of the same lava system. Those tours are operated by Budj Bim Tours. You guide will explain the regional geological setting. He will teach you about geological time, with reference also to Aboriginal occupation of this region. You will see convincing examples of volcanic processes and learn about the different styles of volcanic eruptions in the region. For Schools field education in how the Historical Sciences work.
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
The story of a volcano and its people. See a "lava snake” that literally went underground. You will visit the volcano that erupted 38,000 years ago. You will look into the crater-lake, nearby lava channels and remains of a lava tunnel. Travelling with Mike Raetz a local geologist who will interpret the volcanic landscape and explain how this connected with Aboriginal occupation.
Optional stop along the way. Beer and wine.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet out front or inside at 1pm. Call Mike on 0402 215 368
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Geotours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Australia, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 25% below the median of the 360 experiences we list in Australia, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 92 of 360.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Australia, outside the cities
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