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Hato Caves
Rooseveltweg
Curacao
Curacao
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868-0379
Type: Other
Addmission Fee: $4.75-$6.50
Hours: Daily 10 am- 5 pm
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868-0379
Type: Other
Addmission Fee: $4.75-$6.50
Hours: Daily 10 am- 5 pm
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The Hato Caves, near the airport, have an underground lake, waterfalls, and large chambers decorated with stalagmites and stalactites that are still growing and will eventually meet to form a single column. During hourly tours, guides point out shells and coral in the rock formations, which developed millions of years ago when Curaçao was under water.
Shifts in the earth caused cracks in the cave walls and pieces fell from the top to create an opening. If you happen to be around at dusk, you’ll see hundreds of bats flying out of this space to hunt for food. The caves are part of an iguana-filled park with a patio snack bar.
A walking trail leads to ancient Indian carvings that indicate the Caiquetios held religious ceremonies either inside or near the caves more than 1,500 years ago. Look for signs on the airport highway (Rooseveltweg) indicating the way to Hato Caves. The park is open daily from 10 am until 5 pm; admission is $6.50 for adults and $4.75 for children younger than 12.
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