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Buchan

The picturesque mountain village of Buchan offers a visitor oasis amidst limestone-rich valleys and rugged mountain bluffs, the perfect backdrop for astro discoveries.

With the Buchan River meandering through the township and the ancient honeycomb caves on the edge of the township, Buchan is a perfect place to drop your swag for a night or two and contemplate your place in the universe.

Buchan, a picturesque village nestled in the alpine hills, offers up activities for both day and night.  By day, venture underground on a tour of the Buchan Caves.  The Caves are located just north of the town, an easy walk from the town centre.  The Buchan Caves Reserve invites you to meander through the bushland, for a bit of roo spotting.  Pack a picnic and make a day of it, or use Buchan as a base to head further afield into the Snowy River National Park.

After dark, the pub-grub at the Buchan Caves Hotel will leave you completely satisfied before you grab your torches and look skyward.

Buchan Stargazing Vantage Points

Fairy Cave Entrance
Buchan Caves Reserve, Caves Road, Buchan VIC 3885

The Bluff Reserve
Lousadas Road, Buchan VIC 3885

The low-light areas within the Buchan Caves Reserve campground are the perfect place to look up for some astronomical adventures. The Bluff Reserve, just over the bridge and down towards the river is also a great place to drink in the night sky.

Visit Buchan

Buchan is well known for its Caves and local wildlife, but step outside the main town centre at night and be treated to a stunning array of night sky activity.