Umajalanta Cave
Caverna de Umajalanta
One of Bolivia's longest caves. You climb and squeeze through narrow passages wearing a helmet and headlamp, with stalactites, an underground river and blind fish.
Umajalanta Cave lies about 8 km northwest of town. The explored length is about 4.6 km and the depth is about 160 m. The visitor route takes 1–2 hours. With a guide, and wearing a helmet and headlamp, you descend from the huge entrance, climbing rock faces, rappelling on ropes and crawling through narrow gaps. The deepest part has an underground lake and white blind catfish. The cave contains beautiful stalactites, stalagmites and curtain-like flowstone. Entry includes equipment rental, and a guide must accompany you. It is usually combined with the Carreras Pampa footprint site for a half-day trip. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and those who are prone to claustrophobia should think twice before entering.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–16:00 (guide required)
Nearby sights
- Torotoro Canyon
- El Vergel Waterfall
- Torotoro Dinosaur Tracks
- Torotoro Town
- Siete Vueltas
- Ciudad de Itas
- Turtle Cemetery
- Llama Chaqui Ruins