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Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens

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Fast facts

1986
Founded by Naren King. Still family-owned and run.
10ha
Subtropical gardens in the Byron Bay hinterland
75,000+
Guests a year
5.5m
The Crystal Guardians, the world's tallest amethyst geodes
1 of 7
Kalachakra World Peace Stupa, the only one in the southern hemisphere
10–5
Open every day, last entry 4pm
45min
From Gold Coast Airport; 20 minutes from Byron Bay
97%
Of guests rate their visit 4 or 5 stars

Boilerplate. Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens is a 10-hectare subtropical sanctuary in the hills behind Byron Bay, home to the world's largest collection of giant natural crystals, the Kalachakra World Peace Stupa blessed by the Dalai Lama, a labyrinth, rainforest walks and the vegetarian Lotus Café. Founded by Naren King in 1986 and still family-run, it welcomes more than 75,000 guests a year and holds Quality Tourism accreditations for sustainability and accessibility. 81 Monet Drive, Montecollum NSW 2482. crystalcastle.com.au

Downloads

Image library (ZIP, 18 MB)30 web-resolution images (2048px), captioned. Print resolution on request for 25 of them. Logo pack (ZIP, 30 KB)PNG logo and icon. SVG/EPS on request. Media kit (PDF)Overview, story angles, key facts. Product fact sheets (PDF)Every experience, one page each. Sustainability Action Plan (PDF)2026 edition. AccessibilityAccess information, map and accreditation.

Image library

Free to use for editorial coverage and by trade partners promoting Crystal Castle. Credit: Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens. Click any image for the full-size file; the ZIP above has them all.

Families enjoying the Crystal Guardians, valley behind
Families enjoying the Crystal Guardians, valley behind
A couple in the Dragon Egg amethyst geode
A couple in the Dragon Egg amethyst geode
Family with a baby at the Wings to Eternity
Family with a baby at the Wings to Eternity
Two women at the Peace Fountain
Two women at the Peace Fountain
Couple at Rosie, the giant rose quartz, on the reflexology path
Couple at Rosie, the giant rose quartz, on the reflexology path
Wheelchair user at the Treasure Chest geode
Wheelchair user at the Treasure Chest geode
A woman peering into the Enchanted Cave
A woman peering into the Enchanted Cave
Two women browsing the Castle Jewels cabinet
Two women browsing the Castle Jewels cabinet
Polished mookaite crystals on the retail display
Polished mookaite crystals on the retail display
Guest at the wall of crystals in the Rainbow Room
Guest at the wall of crystals in the Rainbow Room
Mother and daughter at an aura camera session
Mother and daughter at an aura camera session
Family with the crystal singing bowls in the Moon Room
Family with the crystal singing bowls in the Moon Room
Two women meditating in the Peace Dome
Two women meditating in the Peace Dome
Family walking the prayer-flag path to the Stupa
Family walking the prayer-flag path to the Stupa
The Blessing Buddha and Crystal Labyrinth through foliage
The Blessing Buddha and Crystal Labyrinth through foliage
Crystal Labyrinth wide with surrounding gardens
Crystal Labyrinth wide with surrounding gardens
Lakshmi statue hand carved out of lava stone
Lakshmi statue hand carved out of lava stone
Friends walking on a path with the hinterland behind
Friends walking on a path with the hinterland behind
Family walking Bamboo Avenue
Family walking Bamboo Avenue
Aboriginal art mural wall in the rainforest
Aboriginal art mural wall in the rainforest
Aerial over the Shambhala Gardens, Crystal Guardians and Lotus Cafe
Aerial over the Shambhala Gardens, Crystal Guardians and Lotus Cafe
Lotus Cafe guests dining under the trees
Lotus Cafe guests dining under the trees
Overhead: two lunch bowls and pink smoothies
Overhead: two lunch bowls and pink smoothies
Kids on the Crystal Dragon at the playground under the mango tree
Kids on the Crystal Dragon at the playground under the mango tree
Entrance courtyard with wheelchair guests
Entrance courtyard with wheelchair guests
Upgraded main entrance building and garden bed
Upgraded main entrance building and garden bed
Family at the Treasure Chest under flowering jasmine
Family at the Treasure Chest under flowering jasmine
Kids running down the garden path
Kids running down the garden path
Couple under the fairy-lit tree beside an amethyst
Couple under the fairy-lit tree beside an amethyst
Couple running their hands over the Crystal Guardians
Couple running their hands over the Crystal Guardians

Print-resolution originals and images of specific spaces (Sun Room, Moon Room, Rainbow Room, the Stupa) on request.

Video

Crystal Castle in 60 Seconds. Broadcast-quality B-roll (4K) is available on request.

Awards, accreditations and in the news

  • ◆NSW Tourism Awards 2025 — Silver, Tourist Attractions. North Coast Regional Tourism Awards 2025 — Gold, Tourist Attractions.
  • ◆North Coast Regional Tourism Awards 2026 — Silver, Excellence in Accessible Tourism; Bronze, Tourist Attractions. State finalists announced 6 October 2026.
  • ◆Accreditations — Quality Tourism Framework: Sustainable Tourism, Accessible Tourism (four of five pillars); ATIC Tourism Emissions Reduction; ATEC Export Ready member.
  • ◆Guest ratings — 97% of guests rate their visit 4 or 5 stars (post-visit survey, 4,484 responses in FY26); Google 4.5 stars across 4,000+ reviews.
  • ◆Byron Coast Times, 6 July 2026 — the Dalai Lama's 91st birthday ceremony at Crystal Castle. Read it ›
  • ◆Seven News, 14 July 2026 — the Gyuto Monks of Tibet in residence at Crystal Castle (June–August 2026).
  • ◆Tweed Coast Times, 9 August 2026 — the monks' first whales, at Cape Byron. Read it ›

More coverage on request. The Seven News segment (14 July 2026) is available as a file — ask and we'll send it.

Filming, photography and media visits

  • ◆Media visits are hosted by arrangement, usually weekdays. Tell us your outlet, angle and dates and we'll host you properly.
  • ◆Commercial filming and photography need written approval in advance. Drones need written approval and a licensed operator; the site is a place of quiet for guests and none fly during opening hours without agreement.
  • ◆Blackout periods for filming: NSW and Queensland school holidays, Easter weekend, and 27 December to 11 January.
  • ◆Sensitivity — the Stupa and the meditation spaces are sacred spaces for many guests. Photograph people only with their consent; no filming inside ceremonies.

Media contact

Talk to us about
a story or a shoot.

We’re open to media enquiries, image requests, filming approvals and interviews, and we can’t wait to work with you.

info@crystalcastle.com.au · +61 2 6684 3111

We reply within 2 business days. Trade enquiries: trade.crystalcastle.com.au