• Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave - The journey starts with a picturesque hike through a verdant jungle, crossing shallow rivers to arrive at the cave’s entrance. Upon arrival, visitors wade and swim through the cave’s refreshing underground waters, guided deeper into a stunning network of limestone chambers adorned with natural crystal formations.

As the exploration continues, the guide navigates through narrow passages and past impressive stalactites and stalagmites, sharing the captivating history and importance of the site. The tour’s highlight is reaching the cave’s inner chambers, where ancient Maya pottery, stone tools, and remarkably preserved skeletal remains lie exactly as they were left over a millennium ago — providing a rare, untouched insight into Maya spiritual practices and the rituals once conducted here.

After exploring the cave’s ceremonial chambers, travelers retrace their steps back through the water and jungle trail, emerging with a newfound appreciation for one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in the Maya world.

• Local guide
• Use of all necessary equipment
• Entrance fees
• Local Lunch (Stew Chicken Rice and beans or Vegetarian option)
• Juice
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Bottled water

• Gratuities
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off outside of San Ignacio Town

• Embark on a tailored small group tour of the ATM Cave.
• Savor a delicious Belizean local lunch following your excursion.
• Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport.
• Hike through the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve, crossing three invigorating rivers.
• Swim into the enigmatic cave, once believed by the ancient Mayas to be a gateway to the underworld.
• With guidance from expert tour specialists, explore the cave’s rock formations and swim through its waters.
• Uncover the main chamber, a Living Museum showcasing over 1,000 preserved Maya artifacts and skeletal remains, including the renowned Crystal Maiden.
• Gain insight into the historical and spiritual importance of Xibalba, and the rituals performed by ancient priests and shamans.
• Minimum height requirement is 40 inches
• It is recommended that you wear closed-toe shoes, comfortable clothing (short Pants, Long pants, T-shirt or long Sleeve) that can get wet, a change of clothes.
• Hotel pick up and drop off is for hotels within San Ignacio town limits. For hotels outside of San Ignacio, a surcharge applies.
• Pair of socks is required as portions of the cave shoes are removed.
• Bring reusable Water bottle
• National Park provides a waiver to be complete and sign before entering the National Park
• Cameras, phones, and bags are strictly prohibited inside the cave to protect the site’s integrity
• No cameras allowed

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.