Fontein Cave
Cueba di Fontein
A limestone cave in Arikok National Park, with red-brown rock art by the Arawak people on its ceiling and stalactites.
Fontein Cave lies in the eastern part of the national park, near Boca Prins. The cave is not large, but its ceiling and walls preserve symbols and designs painted by the indigenous people in red-brown pigment, making it one of the island's most important rock art sites. There are also a few colonial-era inscriptions. Stalactites hang inside the cave, which is fenced for protection. Admission is included in the national park ticket, and rangers sometimes give talks. Do not touch the rock art, and bring a torch, as the cave is dim.
Opening hours
Follows national park opening hours
Nearby sights
- Quadirikiri Cave
- Dos Playa
- Arikok National Park
- Mount Jamanota
- Natural Pool (Conchi)
- Donkey Sanctuary Aruba
- San Nicolas
- Savaneta & Zeerovers