Kodaikanal · Sightseeing
Guna Caves (Devil’s Kitchen), Kodaikanal is a visitor attraction in Kodaikanal. It is open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Entry costs Rs.10/- for Indian nationals and Rs.100/- for foreign nationals. Most visitors need about 1 to 2 hours. The best time to visit is April – June and September – October.
Deep, narrow chasms between the Pillar Rocks, historically known as Devil’s Kitchen and renamed after a Tamil film shot here. The caves themselves are fenced off for safety, but the viewing platforms and the surrounding bamboo forest make it a striking stop.
Tip: Entry into the caves is prohibited — stay on the marked viewing platforms.
| Timings | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Time required | 1 to 2 hours |
| Best time to visit | April – June and September – October |
| Location | Pillar Rocks Road, Naidupuram, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101 |
| How to reach | ~8 km from Kodaikanal, near Pillar Rocks |
| Contact number | +91 88386 69358 |
| Indian Nationals | ₹10 |
|---|---|
| Foreign Nationals | ₹100 |
| Children (up to 12 years) | ₹10 |
| Still Camera | ₹300 |
Timings and ticket prices can change — please confirm before your visit.
Guna Caves is generally open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Timings can change on public holidays, so please reconfirm before your visit.
The entry fee for Guna Caves is around ₹10 for Indian nationals. Camera and other charges may apply separately.
The best time to visit Guna Caves is April – June and September – October.
You would typically need about 1 to 2 hours to explore Guna Caves comfortably.
~8 km from Kodaikanal, near Pillar Rocks. It is one of the most-visited places in Kodaikanal.
Yes. Guna Caves is a popular stop on our Kodaikanal tour packages — we can add it to a custom itinerary with hotel, cab and sightseeing all arranged for your dates and budget.
Do it as a guided tour — hotels, cabs and sightseeing all sorted, customised to your dates.
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