The Bayano Caves are three caves located on the south side of Lago Bayano

Lago Bayano

Lago Bayano is a lake in the eastern part of Panamá Province, Panama created when the Bayano River was dammed in 1976. It is named after Bayano, the leader of largest slave revolt of 16th century Panama. The Bayano Caves are on the south side of the lake....

 in Panamá Province

Panamá Province

Panamá is a major province of the country of Panama, containing the capital city, Panama City. The governor of the province is Mayin Correa, a former mayor of Panama City and elected by President Martinelli after being sworn in on July 1, 2009.-Districts:...

, Panama

Panama

Panama , officially the Republic of Panama , is the southernmost country of Central America. Situated on the isthmus connecting North and South America, it is bordered by Costa Rica to the northwest, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The...

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The first, largest cave is approximately two kilometers long. The Seco River runs through the cave, allowing boats to go partway inside the cavern. Though the cave receives some visitors, it is not lit. Many bats live in the cave.

The second and third caves are less accessible, requiring crawling to explore.