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Explore La Cueva del Indio (Indian Cave), Arecibo, Puerto Rico

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Ancient cave drawings by original inhabitants with beautiful cliffs and hidden beaches. There’s quick and easy access (10 min.) and you can learn about the movies that have been filmed here.

La Cueva del Indio is one of the most beautiful places on the island of Puerto Rico – there’s nothing quite like witnessing the majesty of a sunset on the cliff, and yet it’s still incredible all day long.

It takes about five minutes to walk out onto the cliffs. Two movies were filmed on these cliffs, which you can learn about at the restaurant nearby.

The cave is up to the left. You will have to climb down a ladder to find the cave drawings. These drawings are incredible, and tell a story about the original inhabitants of the island. Down in the cave, water from the tide flows in from underneath, and when the waves are big, water flows through an opening facing the ocean. The pink rock and blue water contrast beautifully.

If you are looking for more of an adrenaline rush, you can jump off the cliffs when the water is relatively calm, and there are some good surfing beaches that you can access by walking a short distance to the west.

There is also a beautiful, hidden beach just to the east, which will require hiking through some foliage and continuing along the cliff for a few minutes. There is nothing like relaxing all along on a beach, which is extremely hard to do, especially in Puerto Rico. Generally there aren’t many people in this area, so you can roam, explore, and swim as long as you’d like.

Make sure to bring appropriate shoes for walking on coral rock, which is sharp. Also, if kids are with you, make sure to keep an eye on them when close to the cliffs. Have fun exploring this beautiful area!

Getting there: Arecibo is about two hours west of San Juan and is well worth the trip. Geo-coordinates for the location are 18°29’34.1″N 66°38’31.4″W. There is easy parking in front of the restaurant, right by the cave.

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This is an amazing experience. My family and I went for a few hours. The views are breathtaking. Inside the cave, there’s a natural pool you can swim in, so bring a bathing suit. There so many crevices that have different cave carvings that give you chills. Go in the morning as there are few people at that time. Cliff diving in this area is for experienced divers and is temperamental as you can’t really do it when the waves are in force. The private beach is only really accesible by hiking, but the hike is easy 5 minute hike. The beach is worth it and is absolutely stunning. Be careful where you park. Park at the parking lot nearby as the street parking is dangerous. This is easily my favorite thing I’ve done in Puerto Rico.

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Don’t leave P. R. Without coming here! The views are undeniable. As of March 2016 the price for two people and a car is $10. Support the local economy and obtain views like no other. Easy to find with google maps. Enjoy!

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Cueva del Indio – What To Know BEFORE You Go

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The basics

Visitors to this popular natural wonder must navigate rocky ledges, treacherous cliffs, and wooden ladders to access some of the region’s most impressive views.

Guided tours to the caves often include a stop at the impressive Cueva Ventana (Window Cave) as well. Some itineraries also visit the Arecibo Observatory, while still others focus more on Taino culture, with a trip to the Caguana Indigenous Ceremonial Park. Day trips from San Juan typically last upwards of eight hours, so be prepared to get an early start.

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Things to know before you go

• There is no admission cost to view the cave.
• Wear sturdy shoes suitable for walking over uneven rocky surfaces, as well as long pants to protect your legs.
• Consider visiting with a guide who can highlight the history of the caves and point out the best spots for photos.

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How to get there

The cave is located along Road 681 in Arecibo, near kilometer 7.8. A sign across the road marks the caves, and there’s a small dirt driveway where a few cars can park. The trip takes about 90 minutes from San Juan. Since public transportation isn’t very reliable, the best way to get to the cave is by car or guided tour.

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When to get there

While there are no set hours when the cave is open, plan to arrive early in the day to avoid crowds. Come on a day with little or no rain forecast so you can make the most of the nearby beaches as well.

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Attractions in Arecibo

The Arecibo region has an incredible diversity of things to see and do, from the world’s largest radio telescope to Puerto Rico’s most important rivers. If you’re in the area visiting the caves, consider making a stop at some of the other worthy attractions. Spend some time soaking up the sun on Hallows or La Poza del Obispo Beach, do some bird watching in Cambalache Forest Park, learn about local heritage at the Cultural Center of Arecibo, or pay a visit to the lovely Punta Los Morrillos Lighthouse.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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What are the nearest attractions to Cueva del Indio?

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Attractions near Cueva del Indio:

• Window Cave (Cueva Ventana)
• Arecibo Observatory
• Rio Camuy Cave Park (Parque Nacional de las Cavernas del Río Camuy)

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The Arecibo giant radio telescope collapsed in Puerto Rico

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MOSCOW, Dec 1 – RIA Novosti. One of the world’s largest astronomical observatories “Arecibo” in Puerto Rico was destroyed by a fallen antenna feed, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, head of the scientific program “Radioastron” Yuri Kovalev said on his Facebook. “Arecibo: the platform fell,” he wrote. A photograph is being circulated on social networks with a missing antenna feed, which was attached above the telescope mirror on special cables. In November, the main cable broke, causing damage to the telescope. Prior to this, in August, the auxiliary cable came off. Scientific observations were stopped and after the emergency in November, it was decided to dismantle the telescope because of the fear of its further destruction. The telescope has worked for 57 years. Arecibo is one of the largest radio telescopes in the world. The diameter of the reflector mirror of the telescope is 304.8 meters. It was used for research in radio astronomy, atmospheric physics, and radar observations of solar system objects. At 19In 74, this telescope sent a coded radio message to alien civilizations in the direction of the M13 star cluster.

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MOSCOW, December 1 – RIA Novosti. One of the world’s largest astronomical observatories “Arecibo” in Puerto Rico was destroyed by a fallen antenna feed, corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, head of the scientific program “Radioastron” Yuri Kovalev reported on his Facebook.

“Arecibo: the platform has fallen,” he wrote.

Amigos es con profundo pesar comunicarles que acaba de colapsar la plataforma del Observatorio de Arecibo. pic.twitter.com/stJScy2Old

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In parallel, a photograph with a missing antenna feed, which was attached above the telescope mirror on special cables, is circulating on social networks.

In November, the main cable broke causing damage to the telescope. Prior to this, in August, the auxiliary cable came off. Scientific observations were stopped and after the emergency in November, it was decided to dismantle the telescope because of the fear of its further destruction. The telescope has worked for 57 years. nine0003

Arecibo is one of the largest radio telescopes in the world. The diameter of the reflector mirror of the telescope is 304.8 meters. It was used for research in radio astronomy, atmospheric physics, and radar observations of solar system objects. In 1974, this telescope sent a coded radio message to alien civilizations in the direction of the M13 star cluster.

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Aerial view of the damaged Arecibo Observatory, December 1, 2020

On December 28, 2020, Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vazquez committed $8 million to restore the Arecibo Observatory. Also, the government of the island declared the area at an altitude of 497 meters above sea level, where the Arecibo observatory is located, as a “historical zone”, and approved at the federal level an order to begin the reconstruction of the radio telescope.

The process of restoration and modernization of the Arecibo observatory will be carried out by the state together with specialists from the University of Central Florida and the University of Ana G. Mendez. nine0003

The Government of Puerto Rico believes that the tragic destruction of the telescope provides the island nation and radio astronomers with an opportunity to redesign it based on the lessons learned and advice from the scientific community. It is planned that the renovated building will be able to serve for several more decades.

Over the past 57 years, the Arecibo Observatory has gained worldwide fame as a research site. With the help of the telescope, many scientific discoveries have been made. Arecibo made not only a fundamental contribution to astronomy, but because of its presence, the level of education and tourism on the island was significantly improved. nine0003

The Government of Puerto Rico has announced that Arecibo will once again become a science base and tourist attraction after renovation, but on a new level.

Governor Vasquez specified that the US federal government and private companies from around the world will assist the state in the rebuilding, reconstruction and commissioning of the new observatory.

Observatory director Francisco Cordova explained that new plans have already been prepared and there is a vision of how the radio telescope will be rebuilt. Builders and scientists have developed instructions for the removal and disposal of current debris, as well as a new design for the observatory. nine0003

The US National Science Foundation has released a video showing the last moments of the Arecibo radio telescope.

The Arecibo Observatory began its work on November 1, 1963. It is the oldest radio telescope in the world. The diameter of its reflector is 304.8 meters, it is located in a natural sinkhole.

The radio telescope was used in their projects by NASA, SETI, as well as astronomers from all over the world, including specialists from the Max Planck Institute.