Guided Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre & Laboratory
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Uncover Prehistoric Secrets at Mount Isa
Step back in time 25 million years at the world-renowned Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre in Mount Isa. As part of the Australian Fossil Mammal Sites, this World Heritage-listed treasure trove showcases one of the most significant fossil deposits on Earth, revealing the incredible evolutionary journey of Australia’s unique wildlife. 🦖
Immersive Exhibits & Interactive Wonders
Explore the newly upgraded Centre, where history comes alive through state-of-the-art interactive displays. Wander through an impressive, life-sized diorama of the ancient world, or sit back in our movie theatre as expert palaeontologists share the thrilling stories behind these ground-breaking discoveries. 🎬
Go Behind the Scenes on a Guided Tour
Enhance your adventure by joining an engaging guided tour of our active fossil laboratory. It is an educational and hands-on experience perfect for the entire family! 🔍
- See Science in Action: Discover how prehistoric specimens are sorted, cleaned, and extracted from hard limestone.
- Interactive Fun: Try your hand at virtually digging for ancient fossils!
- Expert Insights: Learn directly from passionate guides who bring ancient history to life.
Please Note, Locals need to produce valid ID when checking in.
Bookings cancelled less than 24 hours prior to tour, will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
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The tour is really informative and excellent value - not to be missed.
We can highly recommend this underground mine tour!
Very pleased to have done it.
Tour guide Steve did a fantastic job and is a top bloke
Great job
The lady in the reception was the best, she answered all of our questions before the tour, she was very welcoming, very experienced in her role of meeting and welcoming strangers.
Thank you again Steve you did a wonderful job.
He was extremely knowledgeable and informative, passing on decades of experience a friendly and fun way.
Tour is long (worth it!) So dress comfy
Thanks Steve, really appreciate the effort you went to, much appreciated
Paul & Helen
Highly recommend this tour
Great insight to under ground mining. Its really big down there.























































