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Robber's Cave is also known as
Guchhupani, by the locals in Dehradun. In simple terms, it's a natural cave formation with a river flowing inside it. The name of the cave was derived from the legend surrounding it. The story goes that during the British Era, the robbers would seek solitude from these caves and also hide their stolen items here. But there are no evidences proving this story.
The caves are about 600 metres long and you need to walk to reach it from one end to the other. The interiors of the cave are all designed by nature which is hard to believe once you see their natural formations.
The water in the caves reaches up to the knees during monsoon season. However, during the summers and most months of the year, it's only at a level of above the feet. At some parts of the caves, you would be surprised to see the water of the river disappearing, only to appear again after a few metres. This is because at some parts of the caves, the river runs underground.
By the end of the cave, you'd be able to spot a waterfall. It's a favourite spot amongst tourists and locals alike, and it's also a safe area for swimming. It's also a picturesque spot so make sure that you capture its beauty in film.
There really isn't much you can do inside or outside the caves. There are no boating facilities as well. As I've mentioned, you can swim in the waterfall towards the end of the caves. But apart from that, it's a moderate trek and you can only enjoy the beauty around.
If the trek has tired you out, there are some eateries just at the entrance of the cave. They mostly serve noodles (Maggi) and hot tea. It's a great way to end your day after the trek along the caves.
So in the end, is the Robber's Cave worth a visit? I think so. It's an unusual cave phenomenon and it's very near Dehradun. However, it's best visited along with the other attractions of Dehradun as alone, it would take just an hour or two to explore the caves.
Some other tips that I can give you are the following:
- There are few public transportation options around Robber's Cave. It's best to bring your own vehicle or hire a taxi to reach it.
- Do not walk barefooted in the water as the stones underneath it are sharp. You can bring your own flip-flops or rent them from the entrance of the caves.
- You would also need to bring an extra set of clothes as you're bound to get wet inside the caves.
- You can fold your pants so it won't get wet inside the caves. Or just wear pants that are above the ankles. Khaki shorts are a good idea for men as well.
- It's best visited during the weekdays to avoid the huge crowds of people around the caves.
I hope this helps.
