$3 million upgrade for Kelly Hill Caves tourist destination on Kangaroo Island

Kelly Hill Caves Conservation Park on Kangaroo Island is undergoing a $3 million upgrade to enhance tour offerings as well as above ground infrastructure being rebuilt as part of fire recovery works. 

The upgrades will utilise lighting and sound to create a contemporary and immersive experience that transports visitors deep into the island’s geological past, as well as ensuring those visitors who are unable to physically access the caves are able to appreciate the majesty of the caves, and stories of its discovery and early use.

Funding will also go towards upgrades to the day visitor site at Rocky River, within Flinders Chase National Park, to provide essential visitor facilities whilst the new Flinders Chase Visitor Centre is constructed near the entrance to the national park, and to road works to ensure safe access to the new visitor centre, via a slip-way from South Coast Road.

South Australian Minister for Environment and Water David Speirs said Kangaroo Island is one of the state’s most iconic tourism destinations and advises “Parks on Kangaroo Island are critical to the economy of the island and the state. The enhanced experience at Kelly Hill Caves will elevate their appeal as a must-visit Kangaroo Island attraction.

“Destination tourism services significantly stimulate regional economies and the upgrade of facilities at key tourism sites such as the Kelly Hill Caves and Rocky River in Flinders Chase National Park is critical to maintaining and increasing visitor numbers to Kangaroo Island.

“These works are helping to highlight and encourage visitors to experience Kangaroo Island’s spectacular landscapes, enabling both the community and visitors from afar to better enjoy our national parks.

“A huge amount of work has gone into the roll out of these projects, as we can continue to build attractions and encourage people to visit this very unique part of the state, with the Kangaroo Island tourism industry contributing around $140 million annually.”

To find out more visit www.parks.sa.gov.au

Image courtesy National Parks and Wildlife Service SA