Riyadh Province
Area of Natural Beauty

Explore Heet Cave - Riyadh Province

3.7Reviews

Description

Located in Al Jubail mountain around 30 kilometers southeast of Riyadh, Heet cave is famous for two things in particular: its limestone formations and its crystal clear waters that make it an ideal for adventurers and explorers.

The underground lake in the heart of the cave is more than 30 meters deep. The water level used to be much higher in the past which made it an easy water supply for travelers and passers-by. The cave also has a number of sinkholes, which serve as the entrance to water reservoirs underneath the surface of the cave.

Inside the Cave

To get to the Heet Cave you have to go through the scorching heat of the desert, but the moment you enter the cave you will forget that you are in one of the hottest parts of Riyadh because of the cooling effect created by the limestone walls and the lake. 

The cave’s limestone walls, coupled with crystal clear water, make for an enchanting sight that one has to see to believe. All of these things come together to make Heet Cave an amazing place for nature lovers and explorers.  

Destination Type
Area of Natural Beauty
Landmark

Location

Heet Cave, Riyadh Saudi Arabia

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sumesh surendran

sumesh surendran

02/12/2023 20:28

Google review

If you are in to desert landscapes and beautiful starlit skies, this is the place for you. We happened to visit Heet caves during sunset and camped nearby overnight. The descend down to the tiny cave underneath is a bit challenging as it gets steeper towards the end. It is a good hike back up as well. A beautiful spot to spend some time with friends and family. Note: please take your trash with you as there is no space to get rid of it here.
Yongjun Li

Yongjun Li

01/28/2023 14:04

Google review

it's my second time here. the cave is gorgeous. I suggest government could repair the track, cuz there are silt and rocks washed into the cave by rain. If no measures taken, after a few decades, the cave will possibly be full of silt.
Muhammad Kamran

Muhammad Kamran

01/24/2023 12:03

Google review

Nice place to have adventure in the suburbs of Riyadh. Two tone mountains look like gold mountains when in sunshine. Deep cave having a small lake deep down. Serenity and calmness at its best
Mohammad AlSaeed

Mohammad AlSaeed

11/19/2022 06:28

Google review

Worth visiting for a short time. Not too big; not very clean; not a hiking destination.
Mohamed Ghouse

Mohamed Ghouse

11/12/2022 18:28

Google review

Good place for trekking , not advisable for kids
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