Nainital, Uttarakhand · Nainital travel guide
Caves

A cluster of interconnected natural caves and hanging gardens offering adventure walks and educational fun for visitors.
| Time to spend | About 1 h (45 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 10 AM–12 PM — shorter queues at cave tunnels |
| Avoid | 1:30–4:30 PM — weekend and holiday crowds |
| Best months | Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov |
| Months to avoid | Jul–Aug |
| Entry fee | ₹100 (approx.) |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sat: 10 AM–4:30 PM; Sun: 10 AM–5 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Some walking — Narrow tunnels with some crouching |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Couples, Groups |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 on Google (15,550 reviews) |
Peak tourist season Apr to Jun is crowded; monsoon makes cave floors slippery.



Most visitors spend about 1 h; 45 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
10 AM–12 PM, for shorter queues at cave tunnels. The best months are Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov.
₹100 for Indian adults (approximate; prices change, so confirm before you go).
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–4:30 PM; Sun: 10 AM–5 PM.