Animal Flower Cave: Barbados' Northernmost Wonder
Explore Barbados' only sea cave: stunning views, natural pools, and local flavors await at the northern tip of the island.
Discover the Animal Flower Cave, Barbados' only accessible sea cave, located at the island's northern tip in St. Lucy. Explore its unique rock formations, sea anemones, and natural pools, while enjoying panoramic ocean views and Bajan cuisine at the clifftop restaurant.
A brief summary to Animal Flower Cave & Restaurant
- North Point, Conneltown, St Lucy, BB
- +1246-262-9535
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes with good traction as the cave floor can be slippery.
- Visit during low tide to access more of the cave and its pools.
- Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to swim in the natural rock pools.
- Make a reservation at the Animal Flower Cave Restaurant in advance, as it can get crowded.
- Check the Animal Flower Cave website for opening hours and days, as they can vary.
Getting There
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Car
Getting to Animal Flower Cave is easiest by car. From Bridgetown, take Highway 2A heading north. Turn left onto Charles Duncan O'Neal Highway, then right onto Highway 1B, and finally left onto Highway 1C. Follow Highway 1C to Animal Flower Cave Road. There is ample free parking available in a gravel lot. Note that the last few kilometers are on narrow country roads.
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Public Transport
It is possible to get close to the Animal Flower Cave by bus. Bus 1C runs from Bridgetown (Princess Alice Terminal) to Connelltown, near Animal Flower Cave, with stops in Holetown and Speightstown. Get off at the bus stop near the intersection of Highway 1C and Animal Flower Cave Road. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk down Animal Flower Cave Road to the parking lot, cave entrance, and restaurant. Bus fare is $3.50 BBD per ride.
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