How much does it cost to visit Rio Camuy caves?
Tickets are $18 for adults, $12 for children ages 4 to 12. All prices include an audio guide for your touring pleasure.
Are the Camuy Caves Open 2020?
Update: We are happy to inform that the Rio Camuy Cave Park is re-opened after a long wait since its closing since Hurricane Maria. Reservations will be required to visit. See hours and reservations number below under “Visiting Information”.
Where is the largest stalagmite in Puerto Rico?
Cavernas del Río Camuy
Cavernas del Río Camuy is the third largest cave network on the planet, and the largest in the Western Hemisphere. The Río Camuy (Camuy River) shaped the stalactites, stalagmites and sinkholes when coursing through the area more than a million years ago.
How many caves are in Puerto Rico?
In Puerto Rico there are some 2,000 caves, of which about 415 have been explored.
How are the caves at Rio Camuy different?
But there is something about the Rio Camuy Caves that is different (I guess because they are not dark and cold!), and I actually enjoyed this trip. On a trip to the Rio Camuy Caves Park pre-Maria (or, in Spanish, Parque de las Cavernas del Rio Camuy), we arrived early (about 9:30am) and had no trouble getting in.
Is the Parque Nacional of las Cavernas Del Rio Camuy closed?
Before you head to Camuy, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Camuy trip planner, to make sure you see all that Camuy has to offer, including Parque Nacional de las Cavernas del Rio Camuy. Since Hurricane Maria the Caverns Park is closed.
How long is the tour of the Camuy River?
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours. You can take all the photos you want. The guides will show you the best ways and places to get good pictures. Driving from San Juan is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Camuy River Cave Park is located on Highway 129 Km. 18.9 from Arecibo to Lares.
Are there bats in the Camuy cave in Puerto Rico?
As a matter of fact, the sounds of bats used in a Batman movie were recorded at the Camuy Cave. You must call and make reservations ahead of time. Call well in advance since the park is only accepting 6 groups of 20 per day due to covid – 19 protocols. Wednesdays – Sundays and some holidays: 8 am – 5 pm.
