One day: Robber's Cave and Dehradun
Morning
Robber's Cave
Reach by 9-10 am, before the crowds. Hire slippers if you need them and wade up the gorge to the waterfall and back, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
Late morning
Dry off and snack
Change into dry clothes and have tea and Maggi at the stalls by the entrance.
Afternoon
Tapkeshwar or Sahastradhara
Visit the cave shrine of Tapkeshwar Mahadev (about 6 km), or drive across the city to the sulphur springs of Sahastradhara (about 15 km).
Evening
Back in the city
Coffee on Rajpur Road or a walk through Paltan Bazaar and the Clock Tower.
If you have only half a day
- Go straight to Robber's Cave in the morning and spend about two hours there.
- Add Malsi Deer Park on the way back if you have children with you.
- Skip the gorge entirely if it has rained heavily in the hills the day before.
Robber's Cave Itinerary: FAQs
How much time is enough for Robber's Cave?
Two to three hours including the wade, a rest at the waterfall and drying off.
Can I combine Robber's Cave with Mussoorie?
Yes. It is only about 8 km from Dehradun, so it fits easily into a day of Dehradun sightseeing or a stop on the way to Mussoorie.
