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Cueva de las Lechuzas
Tingo María National Park · 6 km
A cavern home to colonies of oilbirds, nocturnal birds that navigate by echo, at the foot of the Sleeping Beauty.
Getting there
6 km from town on the road to Monzón. Mototaxi or shared taxi from the central market, about 15 minutes. From the park checkpoint, a 10-minute walk.
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- Use a dim flashlight and avoid flash: the birds are sensitive.
- The floor is wet; wear shoes with good grip.
- Keep your voice low inside the cave.