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Mawsmai Cave

Limestone corridors and narrow squeezes reveal a hidden world beneath the hills.

Photo: Wann Majaw · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — About

About Mawsmai Cave

Coming soon

We’re still writing about Mawsmai Cave: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

02 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best months
Oct–Apr; cave stays humid
Best season
Post-monsoon to spring
Time of day
Daytime; avoid peak queues
Crowds
High

Time and effort

Easy–moderate; narrow passages

Time needed
30–60 min

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Entry fee may apply
Parking
Parking near entrance may be available
Permits
Follow cave operator/site rules

On the ground

Local food
Local snacks and orange products
Access
Confirm current access, hours, fees, and local conditions before publication.

Stay safe

Wear non-slip shoes; tight spaces may not suit everyone

Where it is

East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya

25.24° N 91.72° E