What caves are in Aruba?

The Three Main Aruba Caves The island nation of Aruba is home to three unexpected and mysterious caves – the Quadirikiri Cave, the Fontein Cave, and the Huliba Cave.

How do you get to caves in Aruba?

The caves are accessible to the public during the day between opening hours of the national park (8:00 – 4:00 pm). Ask park rangers at the entrance of the caves for a tour inside, as they can share interesting information on rock drawings, and nature’s artwork of stalagmites and stalactites.

Are there sharks in Aruba waters?

Caribbean waters are home to a vast array of sharks, however, there are only three common species of sharks in Aruba. These common species are Reef Sharks, Hammerhead Sharks, and Whale Sharks. Although sharks are likely to be out in deeper waters you may still encounter them near the beaches.

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What are The Quadiriki Caves in Aruba?

The Quadiriki Caves (other spellings include: Guadirikiri Caves, or Quadirikiri Cave) are located in Arikok National Park on the island of Aruba. There are three caves, which tourists commonly explore. The caves are located at the base of a limestone cliff. They contain Amerindian petroglyphs. The name of the caves is of Arawak origin.

Why visit The Guadirikiri Cave?

The Guadirikiri Cave is one of the many, and one of the more interesting, stops along Aruba’s surprisingly arid, remote and rough north coast that can be reached by organized tour or by renting an ATV, UTV or Jeep 4×4, the latter offering air conditioning and protection from dust is a good choice given the dirt roads and Aruba’s heat.

How big is the Fontein Cave?

The cave extends for about 100 feet. In the darker portions of the cave nest hundreds of harmless bats. The Fontein Cave is the most popular of the caves as it is the only one that has the drawings of Arawak Indians on the ceilings, providing a real sense of island history to this cave.

Are there caves on the island of Kefalonia?

In the deep recesses of rock along the island’s windward coast, shallow cave formations intrigue visitors, who, in seeking to penetrate its damp chambers, are rewarded with mysterious views. The caves are accessible to the public during the day between opening hours of the national park (8:00 – 4:00 pm).