River Caving at Arenales Charco Azul, Indian Cave and waterfall

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy the wonders of Puerto Rico with a certified, fun, and responsible team. We want you to have the most unique and local experience that you can get on the island of Puerto Rico. We will visit two locations and explore different types of caves.

Will venture an hour into the north side of the island to one of the most unique local spots away from the city and the crowds. If you’re looking for adventure, this is the experience you are seeking for. You'll be able to river track up and down stream. Jump and swim in refreshing waters while being surrounded by stunning, lush vegetation. You'll be able to float through a beautiful and unique tunnel with impressive rock formations and learn about cave systems and the natural habitat around it, while exploring an underground cave. Afterwards will we enjoy an authentic Puerto Rican lunch. In our last location, we will learn about the history of the native people of Puerto Rico and explore one of the most important caves in the Caribbean.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Vega Baja

In Cueva Arenales, you'll be exploring three cave systems while swimming and floating in turquoise fresh water on the Indio River in the north Kartik system of Puerto Rico while enjoying the lush vegetation in a subtropical jungle. The experience last up to 8 hours due to the travel time to the two locations. 4 hours in the fist location were thy also have lunch and 2 hours in the second location plus the two hours drive.

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Cueva Del Indio

Venture into one of the most important caves in the Caribbean while learning about the native people of Puerto Rico. Explore a unique area surrounded by the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean.

2 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Lifejacket

Air-conditioned vehicle

Parking Fees

Gratuities

Lunch

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

River Caving in Puerto Rico

Pickup included

Reviews

4.90

188 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

182

Just say yes to everything!
Stefanie M,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
My husband and I went on this tour today with our guide, Joey, and there’s no words to describe this experience! Nearly all of the views are breathtaking, with several leaving you asking: “How the heck is this real?” The rock jumping definitely involves some intermediate skill climbing or just being in good/athletic shape and a good listener to the guide — but it’s totally worth it. Say yes to it all (even the 30ft jump in Charvo Azul), and be shocked at what your body can do as you plunge into the depths! Indian Cave is also a truly beautiful, picturesque location worthy of its own visit. It’s overall a long but amazing day. Outside of the above, Joey in particular was amazing — very personable and extremely knowledgeable of the local area, fauna and wildlife. Plus he was so accommodating in helping us with a luggage situation. We’re so glad we did this tour (never could have done it ourselves) and would highly recommend!
16 birthday boy
Shaniqua S,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was fun experience we love it …. The water the fall everything was beautiful and fun and Jose was nice and we learn a lot on that trip about PR
Our family had a great...
Jolie K,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our family had a great day trekking through rivers and caves. Joma was a wonderful tour guide- kind and super knowledgeable. Our tour was the perfect blend of adventure, and natural/cultural history. I would highly recommend for future travelers.
Highly recommend, great for families
Romni M,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a full day tour that included everything that was promised. Jose was patient and kind with my 8 year old who was a bit nervous about the river caves and slow moving. We had an incredible experience!
Charco Azul AND Indian Cave
Sean M,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an absolutely amazing experience. The tour I did was caving at charco azul and indian cave. We spent the day with Joma as our tour operator who actually owns this business. She is an amazing woman who is very kind and informative. We only had 6 people on our tour which was very nice. The tour started at Charco Azul where we went through 3 caves, saw/went under 2 waterfalls, and jumped off two small cliffs. There were beautiful bats, cool formations, and just overall it was a wonderful time. After that we got a lunch at a local restaurant. It was very yummy and inexpensive. We finished the day by checking out Indian cave which had beautiful archways and impressive petroglyphs from the Taino people. There was an optional rock climb/shimmy to get into the middle of the cave which was really fun. We were able to see a bat nursing her baby! Overall an amazing experience and I couldn't recommend her and this tour enough. I would recommend against any tubing tours. We saw them all and the tubing seemed absolutely pointless because the current wasn't even moving.
Charco Azul and Indian Cave Tour
X80RKseanm,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an absolutely amazing experience. The tour I did was caving at charco azul and indian cave. We spent the day with Joma as our tour operator who actually owns this business. She is an amazing woman who is very kind and informative. We only had 6 people on our tour which was very nice. The tour started at Charco Azul where we went through 3 caves, saw/went under 2 waterfalls, and jumped off two small cliffs. There were beautiful bats, cool formations, and just overall it was a wonderful time. After that we got a lunch at a local restaurant. It was very yummy and inexpensive. We finished the day by checking out Indian cave which had beautiful archways and impressive petroglyphs from the Taino people. There was an optional rock climb/shimmy to get into the middle of the cave which was really fun. We were able to see a bat nursing her baby! Overall an amazing experience and I couldn't recommend her and this tour enough. I would recommend against any tubing tours. We saw them all and the tubing seemed absolutely pointless because the current wasn't even moving.
Favorite experience of the PR vacation!
D1661LLcourtneyw,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing adventure! Our guide Joma was great. Communicated in advance. Picked us up right at our hotel. Spoke fluent English and Spanish. Drove safely. And most amazing- took pictures of the entire adventure! We didn't have to worry about bringing our phones because she took photos and videos and shared them afterwards. The Charco Azul felt like being in a Jurassic Park movie. The lush green and the caves was an amazing contrast. Our group of 6 had ages 13 to mid-60s and everyone was able to climb and jump and swim and hike. It felt like real adventure. We saw bats and centipedes and fish and petroglyphs, Under and behind waterfalls. Just really wonderful. Probably our favorite experience on the week's vacation. And definitely something you cannot do without a guide. Cuevos del Indio (Indian Cave) was also gorgeous. We learned all the history of the place and the Taino people, why they used the caves, etc. Learned about the geology of the cave formation, etc. We stopped for lunch at a BBQ-type place. We were the only tourists in the place (which is how I like it). Roast chicken, rice and beans, ribs, fried fish, fried plantains, etc. All very good and reasonably priced. Nobody could finish all the food. Got dropped off right back at our hotel. Highly recommend! I will definitely do this again if I go back to PR.
Thank you Enrique 👏
Diana Y,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Best experience, unforgettable place and the best tour of my life. Thank you to Enrique to make of this experience enjoyable and made us to feel as a family and part of Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 if you want to have a great time ask for Enrique . P.S Javier need to take better pictures 😂
Amazing experience
Courtney W,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
My son (13yo) and I LOVED this tour. Really one of a kind. For Charco Azul: Swimming through the caves, seeing the fruit bats, the stalactites in the cave and the lush tropical forest outside was like a scene from Jurassic Park. Joma took a lot of photos which was great because with the water we didn't bring out phones. For Cuevo del Indio the scenery and the history of the place was really striking. Joma was a great guide. She answered as wide range of questions about culture, history, geology, biology. Very knowledgeable. If you have any balance issues you might consider bringing a hiking pole. If you are normally chilly, maybe a shortie wet suit. I was VERY cold by the end of the caving portion. Overall would highly recommend and if I come back to Puerto Rico would take this tour again.
We had Jose as our tour...
Giselle F,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had Jose as our tour guide for the Indian caves and charcol azul. He was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable and detailed in his explanations. He bonded very closely with our family. He was willing to take pictures for us. He made sure everything was safe and he was very funny. It felt like he was one of our friends and not a stranger. While we were on the shuttle ride, Jose asked us many questions and was very personable and he seemed like he really wanted to get to know us instead of just leading us on a tour. We will definitely book with this company again.

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4.90

(188 reviews)

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River Caving at Arenales Charco Azul, Indian Cave and waterfall

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Vega Baja

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Cueva Del Indio

Venture into one of the most important caves in the Caribbean while learning about the native people of Puerto Rico. Explore a unique area surrounded by the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean.

2 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Lifejacket

Air-conditioned vehicle

Parking Fees

Gratuities

Lunch

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

River Caving in Puerto Rico

Pickup included

Reviews

4.90

188 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

182

Just say yes to everything!
Stefanie M,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
My husband and I went on this tour today with our guide, Joey, and there’s no words to describe this experience! Nearly all of the views are breathtaking, with several leaving you asking: “How the heck is this real?” The rock jumping definitely involves some intermediate skill climbing or just being in good/athletic shape and a good listener to the guide — but it’s totally worth it. Say yes to it all (even the 30ft jump in Charvo Azul), and be shocked at what your body can do as you plunge into the depths! Indian Cave is also a truly beautiful, picturesque location worthy of its own visit. It’s overall a long but amazing day. Outside of the above, Joey in particular was amazing — very personable and extremely knowledgeable of the local area, fauna and wildlife. Plus he was so accommodating in helping us with a luggage situation. We’re so glad we did this tour (never could have done it ourselves) and would highly recommend!
16 birthday boy
Shaniqua S,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was fun experience we love it …. The water the fall everything was beautiful and fun and Jose was nice and we learn a lot on that trip about PR
Our family had a great...
Jolie K,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our family had a great day trekking through rivers and caves. Joma was a wonderful tour guide- kind and super knowledgeable. Our tour was the perfect blend of adventure, and natural/cultural history. I would highly recommend for future travelers.
Highly recommend, great for families
Romni M,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a full day tour that included everything that was promised. Jose was patient and kind with my 8 year old who was a bit nervous about the river caves and slow moving. We had an incredible experience!
Charco Azul AND Indian Cave
Sean M,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an absolutely amazing experience. The tour I did was caving at charco azul and indian cave. We spent the day with Joma as our tour operator who actually owns this business. She is an amazing woman who is very kind and informative. We only had 6 people on our tour which was very nice. The tour started at Charco Azul where we went through 3 caves, saw/went under 2 waterfalls, and jumped off two small cliffs. There were beautiful bats, cool formations, and just overall it was a wonderful time. After that we got a lunch at a local restaurant. It was very yummy and inexpensive. We finished the day by checking out Indian cave which had beautiful archways and impressive petroglyphs from the Taino people. There was an optional rock climb/shimmy to get into the middle of the cave which was really fun. We were able to see a bat nursing her baby! Overall an amazing experience and I couldn't recommend her and this tour enough. I would recommend against any tubing tours. We saw them all and the tubing seemed absolutely pointless because the current wasn't even moving.
Charco Azul and Indian Cave Tour
X80RKseanm,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an absolutely amazing experience. The tour I did was caving at charco azul and indian cave. We spent the day with Joma as our tour operator who actually owns this business. She is an amazing woman who is very kind and informative. We only had 6 people on our tour which was very nice. The tour started at Charco Azul where we went through 3 caves, saw/went under 2 waterfalls, and jumped off two small cliffs. There were beautiful bats, cool formations, and just overall it was a wonderful time. After that we got a lunch at a local restaurant. It was very yummy and inexpensive. We finished the day by checking out Indian cave which had beautiful archways and impressive petroglyphs from the Taino people. There was an optional rock climb/shimmy to get into the middle of the cave which was really fun. We were able to see a bat nursing her baby! Overall an amazing experience and I couldn't recommend her and this tour enough. I would recommend against any tubing tours. We saw them all and the tubing seemed absolutely pointless because the current wasn't even moving.
Favorite experience of the PR vacation!
D1661LLcourtneyw,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing adventure! Our guide Joma was great. Communicated in advance. Picked us up right at our hotel. Spoke fluent English and Spanish. Drove safely. And most amazing- took pictures of the entire adventure! We didn't have to worry about bringing our phones because she took photos and videos and shared them afterwards. The Charco Azul felt like being in a Jurassic Park movie. The lush green and the caves was an amazing contrast. Our group of 6 had ages 13 to mid-60s and everyone was able to climb and jump and swim and hike. It felt like real adventure. We saw bats and centipedes and fish and petroglyphs, Under and behind waterfalls. Just really wonderful. Probably our favorite experience on the week's vacation. And definitely something you cannot do without a guide. Cuevos del Indio (Indian Cave) was also gorgeous. We learned all the history of the place and the Taino people, why they used the caves, etc. Learned about the geology of the cave formation, etc. We stopped for lunch at a BBQ-type place. We were the only tourists in the place (which is how I like it). Roast chicken, rice and beans, ribs, fried fish, fried plantains, etc. All very good and reasonably priced. Nobody could finish all the food. Got dropped off right back at our hotel. Highly recommend! I will definitely do this again if I go back to PR.
Thank you Enrique 👏
Diana Y,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Best experience, unforgettable place and the best tour of my life. Thank you to Enrique to make of this experience enjoyable and made us to feel as a family and part of Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 if you want to have a great time ask for Enrique . P.S Javier need to take better pictures 😂
Amazing experience
Courtney W,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
My son (13yo) and I LOVED this tour. Really one of a kind. For Charco Azul: Swimming through the caves, seeing the fruit bats, the stalactites in the cave and the lush tropical forest outside was like a scene from Jurassic Park. Joma took a lot of photos which was great because with the water we didn't bring out phones. For Cuevo del Indio the scenery and the history of the place was really striking. Joma was a great guide. She answered as wide range of questions about culture, history, geology, biology. Very knowledgeable. If you have any balance issues you might consider bringing a hiking pole. If you are normally chilly, maybe a shortie wet suit. I was VERY cold by the end of the caving portion. Overall would highly recommend and if I come back to Puerto Rico would take this tour again.
We had Jose as our tour...
Giselle F,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had Jose as our tour guide for the Indian caves and charcol azul. He was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable and detailed in his explanations. He bonded very closely with our family. He was willing to take pictures for us. He made sure everything was safe and he was very funny. It felt like he was one of our friends and not a stranger. While we were on the shuttle ride, Jose asked us many questions and was very personable and he seemed like he really wanted to get to know us instead of just leading us on a tour. We will definitely book with this company again.