Wayanad · Sightseeing
Edakkal Caves, Wayanad is a visitor attraction in Wayanad. It is open 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. It is closed on Closed on Mondays. Entry costs Rs.50/- for Indian nationals and Rs.100/- for foreign nationals. Most visitors need about 2 to 3 hours. The best time to visit is October – May.
Not true caves but a cleft in Ambukuthi hill, carrying petroglyphs thought to be several thousand years old — among the oldest rock carvings in India. The climb up is steep but the carvings and the valley views justify it.
Tip: The final stretch is a steep climb over rock and ladders — not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
| Timings | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. |
|---|---|
| Closed on | Closed on Mondays |
| Time required | 2 to 3 hours |
| Best time to visit | October – May |
| Location | Nenmeni Panchayat, Near Ambalavayal Town, Wayanad District, Kerala, 673593 |
| How to reach | ~25 km from Kalpetta, near Ambalavayal |
| Contact number | 04936-202134 / +91 94460 72134 |
| Indian Nationals | ₹50 |
|---|---|
| Foreign Nationals | ₹100 |
| Children (up to 12 years) | ₹30 |
| Still Camera | ₹25 |
| Video Camera | ₹100 |
| Other charges | jeep shuttle ₹70 per person |
Timings and ticket prices can change — please confirm before your visit.
Edakkal Caves is generally open 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.. Timings can change on public holidays, so please reconfirm before your visit.
Edakkal Caves is usually closed on Closed on Mondays.
The entry fee for Edakkal Caves is around ₹50 for Indian nationals. Camera and other charges may apply separately.
The best time to visit Edakkal Caves is October – May.
You would typically need about 2 to 3 hours to explore Edakkal Caves comfortably.
~25 km from Kalpetta, near Ambalavayal. It is one of the most-visited places in Wayanad.
Yes. Edakkal Caves is a popular stop on our Wayanad 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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