Dark Cave Conservation Site — Attraction in Selayang Municipal Council

Batu Caves stands as an unmissable icon of Kuala Lumpur, and thankfully, reaching this majestic landmark is incredibly straightforward. Forget the stress of navigating traffic or crowded buses; the train offers the most convenient, economical, and comfortable journey directly to its doorstep. Upon arrival, you'll be immediately captivated by the sheer scale of the golden Lord Murugan statue, a truly impressive sight, flanked by a collection of other vibrantly adorned temples. The famous, multi-hued steps leading up to the main cave are an experience in themselves, promising fantastic photo opportunities at every turn. What's more, there's no fixed entrance fee for the main cave and temple area, allowing visitors the freedom to contribute as they wish. While at Batu Caves, consider venturing into the Dark Cave. A ticket for non-Malaysians is RM15. There's typically a brief 15-minute wait before entering, which offers a perfect moment to prepare yourself at the entrance. You'll be equipped with a headlamp, and then it's simply a matter of following the designated path. My personal experience with the Dark Cave was a mixed bag. While it's certainly a cool respite from the heat and a decent activity, it didn't quite leave a lasting impression as "special." The sheer volume of visitors, combined with the natural presence of bats and their droppings, made it feel less like a pristine natural wonder and more like a well-trodden path. Although other creatures are mentioned at the entrance, I only encountered bats. However, the very end of the cave does offer a moment of beauty, with a striking beam of light piercing through the darkness. The staff were commendable, providing clear and helpful instructions, and it's wise to wear appropriate footwear as the cave floor can be a little slippery. Overall, it's a pleasant diversion and a good addition to your Batu Caves visit, but perhaps manage expectations regarding its unique...

Experience the natural black!! At any moment you are walking under a blanket of estimated 2,00,000 bats.. And yet you have no fear, because you withhold the miracle of mankind - the torch. Hey!! Dont worry you are guided by the extremely motivated, nice, funny and educated guide. I would recommend this for people of all ages. Just go and experience the alternative side of nature- Dark, silent and yet full of life!!!

Our group was guided by Ms. Juliana ( Juliana thank you for making this a awesome trip) - She is the reason this trip was so exciting and so full of fun. In midst of bats screeching and sometimes absolute silence she explained about different species found in caves and how caves were formed. The fact that at one point this cave was underwater is astonishing. ( Why I say this??? because these caves are on a mountain and this full mountain was UNDER WATER!!! and today your are walking at place where once water species used to swim....Goosebumps!!! ).

The water ripples left their marks on the cave walls, only to make them a wonder of nature. Thin layer of flowing water over a surface of water makes them smooth as a marble. Water pressure, wonderfull chemical reactions makes the cave - and you can see the wonders in front of your eyes!!

As you come to the end of the trek- you realise that juliana was teaching us all this while, for preserving this site for our future generation. You can understand/realise extent her passion and therefore people preserve your nature. Caves are like refrigerators ( metaphor guys!!) which preserves our earth's past, understanding of topographies, and so many beautiful creatures!!

P.S.- when your guide ask you to switch of all the lights- just experience the serenity of darkness and silence... INDEED ITS A DARK CAVE!! And if possible keep your phone voice recording ON (45 min) - so that you can experience the beauty again -with a pair of ,earphones and...

Spectacular cave with beautiful rock formations. The entry price (MYR 35 for adults) included a 45 minute tour by a very knowledgeable guide, and took us 800m into the cave system. Parts of the cave system are in pitch darkness, with no external lighting, and other parts of the system are made visible by small openings at the roof of the cave system. There are stalactites and stalagmites that have formed over tens of millions of years, with beautiful colours reflecting their different mineral compositions. The breadth of wildlife within the cave system is very surprising, with over two hundred different species identified to date, with much of this ecosystem depending on the droppings left behind by two different species of bats that inhabit the caves. All in all, I would highly recommend the tour, as the guides are clearly knowledgeable about the ecosystem within the caves. The entrance fee goes toward research and protection of...