Stream flowing through the narrow gorge of Robber's Cave (Guchhupani), Dehradun, seen from inside

Things to Do at Robber's Cave: Gorge Walk, Waterfall & More

At Robber's Cave you wade up a narrow river gorge, watch the stream vanish and reappear, rest at the waterfall at the end and see the old wall ruins in the middle of the cave.

Must doWade the gorge
Don't missThe vanishing stream
Rest stopThe waterfall
Time needed2-3 hours

Inside the gorge

Wade through the gorge

Walk upstream in the cold stream between rock walls that rise high above you and nearly close overhead in places. The whole cave is about 600 m long.

Mar - Jun, Sep - Nov1-1.5 hoursEasy to moderate

Find the vanishing stream

In a few places the water sinks into the gravel and comes back up a short way ahead. Locals say this is where the name Guchhupani, 'hidden water', comes from.

Mar - Jun15 minEasy

Rest at the waterfall

The gorge ends at a small waterfall of about 10 m. Sit on the rocks, cool off and look for a rainbow in the spray on sunny days.

All year30 minEasy

See the old wall

The ruins of a fort-like wall divide the cave into two parts, part of the stories of robbers hiding here.

All year10 minEasy

Around the cave

Picnic by the stream

The open stretch near the entrance is a popular spot to sit, snack and dry off after the walk.

Mar - Jun1 hourEasy

Photograph the light

Late morning sun falls into the gorge in narrow shafts, lighting up the water and the rock.

Clear days30 minEasy

Safety in the gorge

  • Walk out at once if the water rises, gets muddy or louder; rain upstream reaches the gorge in minutes.
  • Do not climb the walls or stand on loose boulders for photos.
  • Keep children within reach; some spots are deeper than they look.
  • Follow any closure or warning from the staff and the administration.

Things to Do at Robber's Cave: FAQs

Is Robber's Cave safe for children?

Yes, in calm conditions and with an adult holding their hand. The water is cold and the stones are slippery.

How long is the walk inside Robber's Cave?

About 600 m, divided into two parts. Most people walk in to the waterfall and back in about an hour.

Can you swim at Robber's Cave?

You do not swim; you wade. The water is usually ankle to knee deep.

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