Guna Caves Kodaikanal 2024 – History, Entry Fee, Best Time to Visit & How to Reach

Explore Guna Caves in Kodaikanal

Are you planning a trip to Kodaikanal? If you’re looking for places where you can go walking, see the beautiful valley and caves, and spend some memorable time with your friends and family, then Guna Caves is the right place for you. You should definitely visit it when you go to Kodaikanal because it’s so cool! Keep reading to learn more about Guna Caves in Kodaikanal and make sure to plan your trip so you can see it all!

Topics We Cover

• About Guna Caves
• History of Guna Caves
• Entry Fees for Guna Caves
• How to Reach Guna Caves
• Best Time to Visit
• Nearest Places to Watch
• Best Place to Whom
• FAQ

Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal, the beautiful hill station in Tamil Nadu, is home to many amazing lakes and parks that offer beautiful views of lush greenery, serene surroundings, and entertainment activities. One such popular tourist place is Guna Caves, which is a must-visit for anyone who loves nature.

Guna Caves

About Guna Caves

Guna Caves, also known as The Devil’s Kitchen, is a must-visit tourist destination in Kodaikanal. These caves are located next to the Pine forest. There are several caves in this place. It is situated at an elevation of 2230 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and the green valley.

Guna Caves Photos 

A few years ago, trekking was allowed in these caves, but due to safety concerns, trekking is now banned in this place. There are many accidents happening in Guna Caves. Nearly 12 people have fallen into these caves. Even their bodies have not been recovered from these caves. One of the minister’s relatives also fell into these caves. There is no oxygen inside these caves, so rescue is not possible.

Therefore, the Tamil Nadu Government has installed a steel rope fence to prevent further loss of life. A steel rope fence has been set up 100 feet before the entrance to the caves, and visitors are advised to be extra cautious, especially during the rainy season.

Visitors can still admire the beauty of the caves from a distance and take photos of the centuries-old trees, the intricate roots, and the lush greenery. There are a lot of monkeys in the area, so be aware of them. With a steel rope, a dense forest, and a wooden track, the Guna Caves offer a wonderful place for photography. It’s a beautiful place with lots of nature to see and enjoy!

Nowadays, Guna caves is very famous because of Malayalam movie “Manjummel Boys“. Lot of tourist people visit Guna caves. Manjummel Boys movie is based on Guna caves 2006 incident.

History of Guna Caves

Why guna cave called as devil’s kitchen?

During the 18th century, when American visitors explored Kodaikanal, they discovered several places. Guna Caves is one of the tourist spots they found. When they visited this place, they found numerous caves. Smoke came from these caves, and they thought there might be ghosts cooking, so they called it Devil’s Kitchen.

Some locals in the area believe that in ancient times, the Pandavas lived in these caves, while others believe that the Palaiyar tribe lived there.

When the actor Kamal Haasan shot the movie “Guna” in this location, the place became more popular among tourists. As a result, the number of tourists visiting increased, leading to the caves being called Guna Caves. This is how these caves got the name Guna Caves.

Entry Fee

There is an entry fee for Guna Caves. The fee collect by the forest department. At the entrance of the Guna Caves, you can purchase the entry ticket. The tickets are available until 4:00 PM. After that time, tickets will not be issued. The entry fees for 2024 are as follows:

• Adult and Child – 10 Rs
• Camera – 20 Rs

How to Reach

Guna Caves is located on the Pillar Rocks Road next to the Pine tree forest. You can easily reach this place from Kodaikanal lake or Kodaikanal bus stand. To reach this place you need to travel on Observatory Road – Poombarai Road – Ten mile Road – Pillar Rocks Road. You can reach by bike or car.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit Guna Caves in Kodaikanal is from April to June or November to March, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for exploring the area. However, it is recommended to avoid visiting the caves during the months of July to October because of the rainy season, as the weather can be wet and cold. If you are traveling alone or with friends, it is important to exercise caution when visiting the caves. And, if you are visiting with family, it is advisable to avoid the caves during the months of July to October.

Other Places to Visit Near Guna Caves

There are lots of other places to see near Guna Caves that you can explore while you are in Kodaikanal.

Moir Point

This Viewpoint is located 1.9 km away from the Guna Caves. You can see beautiful view of lush greenly hills, Vaigai Dam View, Photo Point, etc. You can visit Moir Point before visit to Guna caves.

(Keep reading about Moir Point by clicking here)

Pine Forest

Pine Forest is located 500 m away from the Guna Caves. You can see beautiful view of pine trees and best place for Photo shoot, Horse riding, etc. You can visit Pine Forest before visit to Guna caves.

(Keep reading about Pine Forest by clicking here)

Pillar Rocks

Pillar Rocks Viewpoint  is located 800 m away from the Guna Caves. You can see beautiful view of pillar rocks, lush greenery hills and best place for Photo shoot. You can visit Pillar Rocks After visit to Guna caves.

(Keep reading about Pillar Rocks by clicking here)

Liril Falls or Pambar Falls

This waterfall is located 3.9 km away from the Guna Caves. It surrounded by lots of green plants and trees, and it feels very calm and peaceful.

Best Place for Whom

This place best suited for nature and silence lovers, trekking and hiking enthusiasts, as well as photography enthusiasts and admirers of hills.

Guna Caves FAQ

Conclusion

Guna Caves is one of the best places to visit in Kodaikanal. You can enjoy stunning views of beautiful valleys, explore caves, and witness century-old trees – perfect for a photoshoot. Visit Guna Caves during both the peak and off-peak seasons, excluding the rainy season. The entry fee is reasonable for this location. Overall, it is an ideal destination for those interested in short treks, photography, and adventurous trips. Don’t miss out on this place when you visit Kodaikanal.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comment section below. I’ll do my best to provide you with a helpful answer.

Have a great journey,

Thank you

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Kodaikanal Travelogue

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