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Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas
Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas
Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas
Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas
Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas

Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas

By Guat2do Travel Experiences
Price is AU$838 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

The ATM Cave, or Actun Tunichil Muknal, is an incredible natural wonder located in the heart of Belize. It is an underground cave system that was once used by the ancient Maya as a ceremonial site, and it is filled with stunning geological formations and ancient artefacts.

As you make your way into the cave, you'll be awed by the towering stalagmites and stalactites that line the walls and ceiling. You'll also have the opportunity to see some of the ancient Maya artefacts that have been left behind, including pottery, stone tools, and even the remains of human sacrifices.

But the real highlight of the tour is the “Crystal Maiden,” a beautifully preserved human skeleton that was left as a sacrifice to the Maya gods.

Overall, the ATM Cave tour is an exciting and unforgettable adventure that is not to be missed. Whether you're an avid hiker, a history buff, or simply someone who loves to explore the great outdoors, this tour has something for everyone.

Activity location

  • Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve
    • Cayo District, Cayo District, Belize

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve
    • Cayo District, Cayo District, Belize

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Full-Day Tour to the ATM Cave: A Sacred Cave for Ancient Mayas
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 am
Price details
AU$838.32 x 2 AdultsAU$1,676.64

Total
Price is AU$1,676.64

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEquipment
  • What's includedWhat's includedBox Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fee to the ATM Cave
  • What's includedWhat's includedCertified tour guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We suggest you wearing a swimming costume and on top a long sleeve shirt
  • Bring sun protection, repellent, hiking shoes. Also bring hiking sandals or water shoes
  • You MUST bring socks. This is the only way you are allowed to be in sacred Maya places
  • Bring one extra set of dry clothing and shoes + a towel

Activity itinerary

Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve
  • 1h 30m
We will begin this adventure by picking you up from your hotel's lobby or valet area. We'll travel to Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve and start our journey through the forest to the ATM Cave. You must pack your swimming suit for this tour because we will cross three rivers with varying water levels, go swimming, hike, climb boulders, and scale slopes. You should also wear a short, long-sleeved shirt over it and wear appropriate trekking shoes or trekking sandals.
Actun Tunichil Muknal
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
When we arrive at Teakettle Village - Entrance to the Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave, we will start our nature walk. This hike will last between 30-45 minutes until we reach the cave. The entrance to the cave is actually a little natural pool inside the cave that we must jump into when we arrive and swim in for around 30 seconds. Keep in mind that all necessary safety gear will be given, and a knowledgeable guide will be with you at all times. Once you enter the cave you will have to pass through passages, climb large rocks, and walk and swim inside the cave. There are parts of the cave where you will find different Mayan artefacts including pottery, stone tools, and the remains of human sacrifices, this is the highlight of the tour. As you explore the ATM Cave, you'll also see a variety of stunning geological formations, including stalagmites and stalactites, which are created when water dripping from the cave ceiling mixes with minerals in the rock.
Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
After our tour of the cave is through, we'll head back to the starting location so you can relax, use the bathroom, change into dry clothing, eat a delicious picnic-style lunch, and take in the majesty of everything you will have witnessed.
Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve
  • 1h 30m
Lastly, we will take you back to your hotel in Mountain Pine Rdige

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESTapir Mountain Nature Reserve
    • Cayo District, Cayo District, Belize

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLETapir Mountain Nature Reserve
    • Cayo District, Cayo District, Belize

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