Siju Cave (Dobakkol)
Among India's longest limestone cave systems.
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Siju
Meghalaya, India· Last updated
- Best time
- October–April.
- Getting there
- Guwahati Airport, approx. 220 km.
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Siju sits in South Garo Hills, a genuinely remote corner of Meghalaya home to Siju Cave (locally called Dobakkol), one of the longest limestone cave systems in India, its passages extending for kilometers underground and supporting a significant resident bat colony. The Simsang River, Meghalaya's longest, runs nearby, adding scenic value to a region that receives far less tourist attention than the Khasi Hills' more famous caves and waterfalls. Siju suits serious cave enthusiasts and travelers exploring Garo Hills specifically — reaching Siju requires a genuine commitment given the distance from Shillong, rewarding those who make the journey with one of India's most significant cave systems and a river landscape distinct from the rest of Meghalaya.
Nearby highlights
Simsang River
Meghalaya's longest river, running near the caves.
Balpakram National Park
A significant wildlife reserve further into Garo Hills.
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How to reach Siju
Nearest Airport: Guwahati Airport, approx. 220 km. Nearest Railway Station: Guwahati Railway Station, approx. 220 km. By Road: From Guwahati, drive via Tura to Siju, roughly 220 km, taking approximately 6-7 hours.
Best time to visit
October–April.
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