Cacahuamilpa Caves National Park
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa
One of the largest cave systems in the world, with a main chamber up to 80 m high and a roughly 2 km lit trail linking more than 20 halls of stalactites.
The caves lie in the mountains on the border between Guerrero and Morelos. Visiting the main cave requires joining a guided group, with tours mainly in Spanish. The lit trail runs about 2 km through more than 20 halls with high, domed ceilings. The stalactites and stalagmites have been given names such as 'Throne' and 'Fountain'. A round trip takes about 2 hours, and you can return on your own. A separate underground river hike goes down into the canyon, where you can see the two underground rivers emerge. Admission is about 100 pesos, and the last tour usually departs before 5 pm. The cave is damp and cool, so wear non-slip shoes. It is about 1 hour 15 minutes from Cuernavaca and is often visited on the same day as Taxco.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–17:00 (last cave entry time confirmed on site)
Nearby sights
- Taxco & Santa Prisca
- Lake Tequesquitengo
- Xochicalco
- Salto de San Antón
- Jardín Borda
- Cuernavaca Cathedral
- Robert Brady Museum
- Ethnobotanical Garden & Museum of Traditional Medicine