The Grotto: Nature's Masterpiece in Port Campbell National Park

Getting There

• Car

  From Darwin, take the Stuart Highway (National Route 1) heading south. Follow the road for approximately 1,600 km until you reach the town of Katherine. From Katherine, continue on the Stuart Highway until you reach the town of Alice Springs. From Alice Springs, continue on the highway until you reach the junction for the Lasseter Highway (National Route 87). Turn left onto Lasseter Highway and follow it for approximately 200 km to the junction with the Great Northern Highway. Turn left onto the Great Northern Highway and continue for about 300 km until you reach the town of Port Campbell. The Grotto is located at The Grotto Track, Peterborough VIC 3270. Make sure to have a map or GPS handy as some parts of the journey may have limited signage.

• Public Transportation

  If you're using public transport, start by taking a bus from Darwin to Katherine. From Katherine, catch the Ghan train to Alice Springs. Once in Alice Springs, you will need to book a bus service to Port Campbell, which may require transferring in Melbourne. Be sure to check the schedules and book in advance as services may be limited. Once in Port Campbell, you can either walk or take a taxi to The Grotto Track, which is approximately 5 km from the town center.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you have reached Port Campbell by bus or train, you can use a local taxi service or rideshare app (like Uber) to get to The Grotto. The journey from the town center to The Grotto Track is approximately 5 km and should cost around AUD 10-15, depending on traffic and the exact pickup point.