Cave of the owls

The Cave of the Owls contains numerous limestone formations throughout its chambers, with stalactites and stalagmites that formed over thousands of years.

Since 1972, international expeditions have mapped approximately 400 meters of the cave system, although substantial sections remain unexplored to this day.

Local communities maintain stories about explorers who entered deep sections of the cave and disappeared, adding to the location's mystique and heritage.

Visitors can reach the cave via mototaxi from Tingo Maria, and guided tours provide information about the geological formations and resident wildlife.

The cave houses a colony of 3000 oilbirds, which navigate through darkness using echolocation and represent the only species of nocturnal fruit-eating birds.

Location: Huanuco Department

Location: Leoncio Prado Province

GPS coordinates: -9.32687,-76.02618

Latest update: May 12, 2025 03:27