Experts' Choice Award Fontein Cave
What the experts agree on
Fontein Cave stands out for its rare Arawak Indian ceiling drawings, the only cave in the park with this indigenous art. Rangers offer informative tours explaining the historical significance, though only the entrance hall is accessible to visitors,
Lonely Planet "Only the entrance hall is open to visitors. Aside from stalactites, stalagmites and other impressive rock formations, the cave contains well-preserved drawings by Caquetío people " Full review
Fodor's "Park's most popular cave as it's the only one with the drawings of Arawak Indians on its ceilings...rangers are stationed outside the cave and can provide tours that explain the history of the drawing" Full review
Lonely Planet "Visiting the park's caves provides a closer look into the lives of the area's early inhabitants. There are two caves open to the public daily from 8am until 4pm – Fontein and Quadirikiri...."
