Arjeri Cave

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Arjer Cave, or "Bear" caverns are located near Yeghegnadzor, Armenia. They are very raw and should be entered with a guide. The caverns are 3km in depth and have nice formations.

Article excerpt about visiting the cave and access[edit | edit source]

My final stop is Gnishik, which, with its pink rocky landscapes that are unlike anything else in Armenia, is without a doubt worth the three-hour drive from Yerevan. The eco-guest house here is also run by Sunchild and we enjoy a full-board feast of home-cooked foods by Harut, who at just 20 years old cooks authentic Armenian delights with the finesse of a professional chef.

We are able to visit the protected Bear Cave, which is only accessible to Gnishik guests. At three kilometres, it is the longest cave in the country and not for the faint-hearted. However, its crystal formations make it feel like an Aladdin’s Cave as we climb and crawl through the nooks and crannies of the mountainside hideaway with our eager ranger leading the way.

Source: Beyond Yerevan: touring Armenia's unexplored wilderness