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Can I bring my DSLR camera inside the Nil Diya Pokuna cave?

Bringing a DSLR camera into Nil Diya Pokuna is strongly discouraged because the extreme humidity makes everything feel heavier, plus there is mud and the physical strain of crawling through tight spaces. Action cameras like GoPros or waterproof smartphones are way safer, and they handle the conditions much better.


The descent also needs careful navigation; you end up scrambling down steep, slick rocks, then squeezing through narrow crevices where bigger equipment can easily take an impact. On top of that, the underground area stays very moist, which creates a severe chance of internal lens fog, and moisture can damage sensitive electronic components.

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