Mona and Monito Islands Nature Reserve

The reserve spans 38,893 acres across two islands, Mona and Monito, featuring limestone cliffs, caves, and diverse marine ecosystems in the Caribbean Sea.

Archaeological evidence indicates that Taíno settlements existed on Mona Island during the 12th century, before becoming a Spanish colonial trading post in the 16th century.

The limestone caves of Mona Island contain numerous pre-Columbian petroglyphs and artifacts that document the traditions of indigenous Taíno inhabitants.

Access to the islands requires special permits from the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources, with limited camping and research facilities available.

The reserve protects the Mona ground iguana, which exists only on these islands, along with several endemic plant species and large seabird colonies.

Location: Puerto Rico

GPS coordinates: 18.08667,-67.88944

Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:39