Beneath the blocks and biomes lies a collection of secret goals waiting to be conquered. From scaling mountain peaks to surviving underground caverns, the Caves & Cliffs achievements challenge every adventurer to master Minecraft’s wildest terrain.
Wax On wax Off
As you explore Minecraft Caves & Cliffs: Achievements, this guide highlights where to find, earn, and optimize every achievement, offering practical tips and clear steps to maximize your progress without backtracking.
Achievement description: Wax a copper block and then remove the wax.
Available in Bedrock version.
The Healing Power of Friendship
Friendship in Minecraft can turn the toughest caves into places of comfort and laughter. Working together to mine resources, rebuild after creeper explosions, or share food during long adventures strengthens bonds that go beyond the screen. Many achievements become easier – and far more enjoyable – when teammates cooperate and support each other through challenges, proving that companionship can be as powerful as any enchanted tool.
Achievement description: Help Axolotl fight the enemy mob.
Available in Bedrock version.
Whatever Floats Your Goat!
Minecraft Caves & Cliffs: Achievements opens a tunnel of tiny wins and clever goals, where each new objective nudges you toward creative solutions, steady exploration, and satisfying progress as you map your path through the underground and aboveground rewards.
Achievement description: Get in the boat with a goat.
Available in Java version.
Wax on
Applying wax on copper blocks in Minecraft prevents them from oxidizing and changing color over time. This achievement reflects your attention to detail, as you preserve the block’s polished look. To complete it, use a honeycomb from bees on a copper block with the use button. The surface stays shiny and retains its original tone, making it perfect for decorative builds and long-lasting designs.
Achievement description: Waxen the copper block.
Available in Java version.
Wax off
Removing wax from copper blocks changes their appearance from a dull finish back to their shiny state. In Minecraft, this is done by right-clicking the block with an axe. The “Wax Off” achievement is earned after using an axe to scrape the wax from a copper block, showing it has begun to age again. This mechanic allows players to control the oxidation stages of copper for decorative or building purposes.
Achievement description: Scrape the waxing off the copper block.
Available in Java version.
The Cutest Predator
Axolotls may look harmless, but these cheerful amphibians are fierce allies underwater. They target hostile mobs like drowned and guardians, protecting players who swim nearby. Taming their strength with a bucket lets you carry them anywhere, turning a cute companion into a reliable defender in your aquatic adventures.
Achievement description: Catch axolotl in the bucket.
Available in Java version.
The Healing Power of Friendship!
Building achievements in Minecraft is more fun with trusted friends by your side. Whether exploring deep caves or scaling mountain peaks, teamwork often turns tough moments into shared laughter. Helping each other gather rare materials or survive sudden challenges not only speeds progress but also strengthens bonds. Friendship transforms each success into a celebration and every setback into a shared adventure worth remembering.
Achievement description: Help Axolotl fight the enemy mob.
Available in Java version.
Glow and Behold
This achievement celebrates discovering the Glow Squid and crafting items that make use of its glowing ink sacs. Players can create signs or text that shine in the dark, adding a touch of light to cave walls or nighttime builds. It highlights the beauty of luminescent creatures in deep caves and encourages experimentation with their dazzling materials.
Achievement description: Use Glow ink sac on the label.
Available in Java version.
Light as a Rabbit
This achievement challenges players to experience Minecraft’s fall mechanics by dropping from the top to the bottom of the world while wearing Elytra. To earn “Light as a Rabbit,” you must glide gracefully from a great height and land safely, demonstrating precise control in flight. It’s a playful nod to agility and timing, rewarding those who handle Elytra gliding with skill and confidence.
Achievement description: Walk on loose snow in leather shoes.
Available in Java version.
Surge Protector!
To earn the Surge Protector! achievement, you need to protect a villager from being struck by lightning during a thunderstorm. This can be done by placing a lightning rod nearby to redirect the strike safely. The rod not only prevents villagers from turning into witches but also showcases how weather mechanics interact with copper blocks. Timing and placement are key, so make sure the rod is close enough to attract the lightning before it reaches your villagers.
Achievement description: place a lightning rod near a villager so that he doesn’t get struck.
Available in Java version.
Is it a bird?
This achievement is earned by using a spyglass to look at a parrot. It’s a playful nod to the common phrase “Is it a bird?” and highlights one of the fun new tools added in the Caves & Cliffs update. To complete it, craft a spyglass from copper ingots and an amethyst shard, find a parrot in a jungle biome, and zoom in on it.
Achievement description: Look through the telescope at the parrot.
Which items break fall safely for the achievement
Safe Fall-Breakers for Caves & Cliffs
Water entirely negates fall damage from any height when landing directly in it, making it the simplest option for the achievement requiring a drop from Y=320 to Y=-64. Slime blocks fully prevent damage by bouncing the player upon landing in the center, while honey blocks and hay bales each reduce it by 80% (stackable for full negation over 379+ blocks). Sweet berries, cobwebs, and boats (if entered mid-fall) also break falls safely without harm.
Landing Methods Comparison
| Method | Damage Negated | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 100% | Place at bottom (e.g., Y=-64); infinite source reusable . |
| Slime Block | 100% | Bounces; craft from slimeballs, hit center . |
| Honey Block | 80% | Sticky slowdown; stack 4+ for full drop . |
| Hay Bale | 80% | Stackable; craft from wheat bales . |
| Cobweb | 100% | Slows to 15% speed; tricky to escape . |
| Boat | 100% | Enter before impact; easier from top . |
Setup Tips
Place the landing pad precisely at bedrock level in a pre-dug shaft to align the freefall trajectory. Avoid partial methods like Feather Falling (48% max) or Ender Pearls (2.5 hearts damage) for guaranteed survival.
Which of these items work in Bedrock vs Java editions
Fall-Breakers in Bedrock vs Java
All previously listed items-water, slime blocks, honey blocks, hay bales, cobwebs, and boats-work identically to fully negate fall damage for the Caves & Cliffs achievement in both Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions. Core mechanics like landing in water (100% negation), slime blocks (bouncing survival), and stackable reductions from honey blocks/hay bales (80% each) remain consistent across editions, with no parity issues reported for these blocks.
Edition Comparison
| Method | Bedrock Edition | Java Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Works (100%) | Works (100%) |
| Slime Block | Works (100%) | Works (100%) |
| Honey Block | Works (80%) | Works (80%) |
| Hay Bale | Works (80%) | Works (80%) |
| Cobweb | Works (100%) | Works (100%) |
| Boat | Works (100%) | Works (100%) |
Key Notes
Minor visual or interaction differences exist between editions (e.g., Bedrock’s slightly altered block physics), but none affect safe landing for the 379+ block drop. Use water at Y=-64 for reliability in either version.
