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Explore ancient limestone caves deep in the Dandeli forest, featuring a natural Shivalinga reached by a trek and a 375-step descent.
Kavala Caves are ancient limestone formations located deep inside the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary. Reaching them is an adventure in itself, involving a jeep ride through the forest followed by a trek of a few kilometers and then a descent down approximately 375 steps. The entrance to the caves is a narrow opening that leads into a dark, winding passage. As you venture deeper, you'll need to crawl through a 40-foot tunnel to reach the main chamber.
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Inside Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, near Diggi, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Dandeli, Karnataka, India
Air
Hubli Airport (HBX) is the nearest airport, about 75 km away from Dandeli. From the airport, you can hire a taxi to Dandeli, which takes around 2-3 hours.
Train
The nearest major railway stations are Alnavar Junction (LWR), about 35 km away, and Londa Junction (LD), about 50 km away. Taxis and buses are available from these stations to Dandeli.
Road
Dandeli is well-connected by road to major cities in Karnataka. State-run and private buses operate regularly from Hubli, Belgaum, Dharwad, and Goa. You can also drive to Dandeli via state highways.
Local Transport
To reach the Kavala Caves starting point from Dandeli town, you need to hire a private jeep or a taxi. These can be arranged through local tour operators or hotels. No public buses go to the forest gate.
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