Showing posts with label Guadirikiri Cave in Aruba. Show all posts
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Thursday, June 23, 2016

Ancient Aruba in Modern Times - The Caves at Arikok National Park

Our cruise ship docks in Oranjestad, Aruba.  We couldn’t ask for better weather during our February visit.  Far better than the frigid temperatures back home.
Oranjastad, Aruba
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We gather our things and go ashore for our afternoon tour called the "Hidden Gems of Aruba”.  We have been to Aruba a few times prior to this trip.  Aruba’s rugged landscape is beautiful and the water activities are great.  But this visit I want to do something different.  How about a tour to Arikok National Park to see a couple of limestone caves?  Guardikin Cave is famous for its two chambers where streaming sunlight illuminates the dancing dust particles.  While Fontein Cave is known for its brownish-red pictographs left by the Arawak Natives.
Tourism Map of Aruba
We board bus #57 and meet our driver/tour guide named John.  During our 30 minute bus ride to the caves, John provides us with information about the various districts and landmark homes we are seeing.   

When we arrive at the entrance to Arikok National Park, we meet Stan.  He will be our guide while we are at the caves.  Stan is a friendly and energetic young man with a strong interest in preserving the environment. 
Park Map