The Reserva Natural Cueva del Indio is an awe-inspiring cave located on Puerto Rico's Atlantic coast, near Arecibo. The cave is home to over 80 pre-Columbian indigenous petroglyphs that were made on the cave's limestone walls between 1200 and 1500 A.D. .
The cave is an important site within indigenous Taíno culture, So I decided to keep the photos to a minimum and enjoyed the natural beauty and history. It's said to contain the largest number of petroglyphs found along the coastal zone .
In 1992, the Planning Board of Puerto Rico designated Cueva del Indio as a Natural Reserve, and since then, the cave has been managed by the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DNER). Although the cave is managed by the department and is accessible by the beach, the surrounding area has been purchased by a tourism agency that aims on confusing tourist stating they need to pay for a tour along with paying for parking. Adding up to a bill over 200 dollars.
But that's not all!
The cave is surrounded by dramatic cliffs that face the Atlantic Ocean, making it an impressive sight to behold . Visitors can admire the petroglyphs and learn more about the island's indigenous cultures. The cave is also a great spot for photography, with incredible views of the Atlantic .
If you're looking for an adventure, the Reserva Natural Cueva del Indio is the perfect place to explore.
The entrance of the Cave.
You'll feel like Indiana Jones as you venture into the depths of the cave, discovering ancient petroglyphs and learning about the island's rich history. With stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, you'll be able to capture some incredible photos to share with your friends and family. But be careful upon entering the cave you'll need to shimmy up the cave wall above a 15-20 ft drop.
The entrance of the Cave. (Height of 15 feet)
After shimming the incredibly narrow cave you'll be greeted with this view and more.
So what are you waiting for? Add the Reserva Natural Cueva del Indio to your itinerary and experience the magic of Puerto Rico's ancient past. We will remind you to be responsible and respectful.
*Warning although the cave looks very stable it can be incredibly difficult and challenging for the average person who wants to venture in. With tours priced at 200 dollars for help in the cave and out of the cave. Most people just dream of what it's like, having been a experienced hiker I was able to spend as much or as little of time as I'd wanted. But with tourists lining up outside the cave walls i thought I felt that I spent enough time exploring the beauty and wanted to share with everyone else.
I truly recommend this place as it has been one of the top destinations I visited in the past two weeks. Although the business that offers tours price gouges tourists-
Even though the Cave is free itself and accessible for a experienced hiker from the beach. The main tourism company has threatened visitors because of them parking down the street excaping the multiple fees they place upon you for parking on the lot.
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