Discover nature’s creation
When are the caves open?

Thu 7th Nov: ⛔ CLOSED - DO NOT ENTER.
Fri 8th Nov: ❔ Probably open. To be confirmed on Thursday. If so, gate opens 1315, arrive before 1430 to see the cave. Gate shuts 1530.
Sat 9th Nov: ❔ Probably open. To be confirmed Friday. If so gate opens 1415, arrive before 1530 to see the cave. Gate closes 1630.
Sun 10th Nov: ❔ Possibly open.
Mon 11th Nov: ❔ Probably closed.
Tue 12th Nov: ❔ Probably closed.
Wed 13th Nov: ❔ Probably closed.

When are the caves open?

Thu 7th Nov: ⛔ CLOSED - DO NOT ENTER.
Fri 8th Nov: ❔ Probably open. To be confirmed on Thursday. If so, gate opens 1315, arrive before 1430 to see the cave. Gate shuts 1530.
Sat 9th Nov: ❔ Probably open. To be confirmed Friday. If so gate opens 1415, arrive before 1530 to see the cave. Gate closes 1630.
Sun 10th Nov: ❔ Possibly open.
Mon 11th Nov: ❔ Probably closed.
Tue 12th Nov: ❔ Probably closed.
Wed 13th Nov: ❔ Probably closed.

COME AND EXPLORE THE

Cathedral Caves

Cathedral Caves are a highlight for visitors to The Catlins. Located in cliffs at the northern end of pristine Waipati Beach, they have attracted international interest for their length - the two sea-formed passages together measure just on 200 metres - and their impressive height, up to 30 metres.


Popular for decades, this outstanding natural feature is 15km south of the village of Papatowai and 2km off the highway. From the car park, a one-kilometre walking track descends through lush coastal forest to the beach. Visitors cross Maori freehold land, which is managed by a trust.

 


There is a small charge for the use of the  private road, car park and access track to the beach and caves.

Children under 5 - Free

Children 5 - 14 yrs - $2

Adults 15 and over - $15

Card payment only

 

 

Tides

Opening hours are variable and limited. Check the website on the day of your visit

Access to the Cathedral Caves is only possible when tides, weather, sea-swell and other conditions allow. Current opening hours are displayed on the homepage of the website. Email us for more information.

access

  • dogfree
    Dog free enviroment to look after the wildlife
  • carpark
    Secure carpark
  • currency
    $15 per adult, $2 per child, EFTPOS available
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