Mirza Cave

Mirza Cave is one of the most spectacular and pristine caves in Kerman Province and in all of Iran. It is located 30 kilometers northeast of Rafsanjan, near the village of Deh Ranj. In Khordad 1387 (Solar Hijri), the cave was fully surveyed and recorded by the caving team of the Mountain Rescue unit of the Red Crescent Society of Kerman Province, in cooperation with the Mountaineering Board. Because of its complex and distinctive structure, Mirza Cave is considered a unique destination for professional cavers. A 50-meter suspended entrance leads into a huge chamber measuring 40 by 10 meters, and this is where the thrilling adventure of entering this remarkable cave begins.

The cave consists of 8 main chambers and 4 secondary chambers, each with its own distinctive features. In the middle section of the cave, a 90-meter suspended descent takes cavers into a vast space of 150 square meters. Stalactites 4 meters tall, stretching from the ceiling to the floor of the chamber, give the interior an incomparable look. An animal fossil can be seen in the western chamber, and at the far end of the northern chamber there is a pool of crystal-clear water. There is also a 70-meter passage in the ceiling of the northern chamber, which can be reached only by climbing.

The vegetation around the cave consists mostly of desert shrubs and drought-resistant plants, and in the areas closer to the cave you can see a variety of wildlife, including bats, nocturnal birds and some reptiles. The best time to visit Mirza Cave is late spring and early autumn, when the weather is mild and reaching the cave mouth presents the fewest challenges. Because the route is technical, visiting Mirza Cave is recommended only for experienced cavers with full safety equipment.