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Budj Bim Volcano lava channel, a collapsed lava tunnel with lava skin still evident on the sides
Tumuli cluster north of Budj Bim an optional stop on the way home
Budj Bim Volcano Lava tunnel still intact bridge

Mount Eccles Volcano – Budj Bim National Park

By Geotours
9 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$77 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
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  • Multiple languages
Overview

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 cluster of lava blisters (Tumuli), a very rare and exceptional landscape of this style. Or, if you prefer, we can return via a local winery.

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 the different styles of volcanic eruptions in the region.

Activity location

  • Budj Bim National Park
    • Mount Eccles Road
    • 3286, Macarthur, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Port Fairy Visitor Centre / Bank Street
    • 3284, Port Fairy, Victoria, Australia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Mount Eccles Volcano – Budj Bim National Park
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English
Starting time: 1:00 pm
Price details
AU$76.93 x 2 AdultsAU$153.86
Total
Price is AU$153.86

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Budj Bim National Park
  • 1h
“The Story of a volcano and it’s ancient people” You will visit the volcano that erupted 30,000 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.
Tumuli (Lava Blisters)
  • 30m
This is an optional stop on the way back. Part of the Mount Napier eruption in a wide valley fill lava flow. Numerous Tumuli form one of the most spectacular lava blister clusters you will see anywhere. It is on private land and walking on this rough rocky terrain requires great care.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBudj Bim National Park
    • Mount Eccles Road
    • 3286, Macarthur, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPort Fairy Visitor Centre / Bank Street
    • 3284, Port Fairy, Victoria, Australia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEWarrnambool Railway Station (Warrnambool)
    • Merri Street
    • 3280, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia

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