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Pokhara Departure

Bat Cave & Mahendra Cave Tour

Walking through the illuminated chambers of Mahendra Cave, entering the narrow Bat Cave (Chameri Gufa) to observe its resident bat colony, and learning the geology and local legends of Pokhara's underground world.

1 Day Duration
1,100 m Max Altitude
Easy Difficulty
N/A — Day Tour Lodging
Year-round Best Season

Physical Requirements

Basic mobility; comfortable walking on uneven, damp cave floors with brief steep sections. Not recommended for those with severe claustrophobia.

Highlights

Walking through the illuminated chambers of Mahendra Cave, entering the narrow Bat Cave (Chameri Gufa) to observe its resident bat colony, and learning the geology and local legends of Pokhara's underground world.

Expedition Brief

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1 day on trail
Day 1

Mahendra Cave & Bat Cave (Chameri Gufa)

Morning pickup from Pokhara Lakeside. Visit Mahendra Cave first — a large limestone cavern with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites — then continue to the nearby Bat Cave for a short, adventurous walk through narrow passages where thousands of bats roost overhead. Return to Lakeside by early afternoon.

Trail Logistics

What's Included

  • Licensed local cave guide
  • Private vehicle from Lakeside Pokhara
  • Mahendra Cave entry fee
  • Bat Cave entry fee
  • Safety briefing before cave entry

What's Not Included

  • Meals
  • beverages
  • Personal torch or headlamp rental
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance

What to Bring

Sturdy shoes with good grip Light jacket (caves are cool and damp) Headlamp or phone torch Small daypack Insect repellent

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