Nonsuch Caves
Limestone show caves above Port Antonio with fossil coral and bat roosts, set in the Athenry gardens.
Updated 14 October 2026
The Nonsuch caves are a set of limestone chambers in the hills above Port Antonio, lit and laid with walkways, and shown on a guided tour that takes about forty minutes. The rock holds fossil coral and shells from when this ground was under the sea, along with formations and bat roosts. The caves sit within the Athenry gardens, planted grounds with tree ferns and palms and a view down over the coast, which are included in the visit.
What's there
- The chambers - lit limestone caves with walkways through them.
- The fossil coral - marine fossils in the cave rock from an earlier sea floor.
- The bat roosts - colonies using the deeper chambers.
- The Athenry gardens - planted grounds and a coastal view above the caves.
When to go
December to April is the drier season and the most comfortable. Tours run through the day. Heavy rain makes the cave floors slippery and the access road difficult.
Good to know
Lighting and walkways have been maintained irregularly and the caves have closed for periods. The tour is short for the price. The access road up from the coast is rough.
Nearby
Port Antonio is north, and Reach Falls is east.
What to pack for Nonsuch Caves
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- Head torch + spare batteries - Hands-free light is essential; caves are truly dark. Find on Amazon
- Grippy closed shoes - Cave floors are wet, muddy and slick with formations. Find on Amazon
- A warm layer - Many caves sit near 10°C year-round, even in a hot country. Find on Amazon
- Gloves - Protect your hands on rough rock and cold metal handrails. Find on Amazon
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