Batu Caves Half-Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur
Overview
Climb into a Hindu temple inside a limestone hill. Batu Caves, on the northern edge of Kuala Lumpur, is the city's most famous sight after the Petronas Towers.
At the foot of the hill stands a golden statue of Lord Murugan, about 43 metres tall. Behind it, 272 steps painted in rainbow colours lead up to the Temple Cave, a vast cavern with shrines under a high ceiling of rock and a shaft of daylight pouring in from above. Long-tailed macaques watch the climb, so keep food and sunglasses out of reach.
Your guide explains the temples and the Thaipusam festival, when huge crowds of pilgrims climb the steps, and there's time to explore the smaller temples at the base before driving back to your hotel.
Highlights
- The 43-metre golden statue of Lord Murugan
- Climb 272 rainbow-painted steps
- Shrines inside the vast Temple Cave
- Smaller Hindu temples at the base
- Hotel pick-up in Kuala Lumpur
What's included
- Return transport from your Kuala Lumpur hotel
- English-speaking guide
- Meals and drinks
- Tips
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, it's a place of worship: cover your shoulders and knees. Sarongs can usually be borrowed or hired at the bottom of the steps.
The 272 steps are steep but short; take your time and stop on the way. It's hot, so bring water.
