ATM Cave (Actun Tunichil Muknal)

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ATM Cave (Actun Tunichil Muknal) — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

ATM Cave (Actun Tunichil Muknal), photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Let our guides take you back in time, explore the impressive underworld of the ATM Cave and enjoy one of the most enlightening experiences of your life. When you venture into the hour glass shaped entrance you will be welcomed by clear blue waters from the perennial stream that flows throughout the cave.

Along the way you will see ancient tools, pots and pieces and learn the history of the Mayan Civilization. As you travel deeper into the cave you will meet sacred burials and the Crystal Maiden complete and intact female remains covered in sparkling mineral deposits. Her death is sacrificial ritual for agricultural fertility.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Tukan Shuttles & Adventures

Ages: Children (11–14 years) · Youth (15–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Helmet, Head light and life vest(optional)

Itinerary

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM)

3 hours Admission included

Actun Tunichil Muknal “Cave of the Stone Sepulchre” was first discovered in 1989. Located in the Tapir Mountain Reserve of the Cayo District near the village of Roaring Creek, this popular cave is rated as the #1 cave in Central America by National Geographic and listed as one of the top things to do in Belize.

The ATM Cave is known to have been used by the Mayas for ceremonial purposes during the Classic Period. Most of the ceremonies and/or rituals were carried out at the entrance of the cave. The interior of the cave was considered to be more sacred for its proximity to the Mayan rain God, Chaak. Towards the end of the Classic Period, it is believed that the rituals moved deeper into the cave as a result of drought, thus believed to contribute to the collapse of the Mayan Civilization.

The natural geological wonder of crystalline stalactites and stalagmites formations are not the only remarkable thing about the ATM. This 5-kilometer-long museum is filled with ancient Mayan artefacts and holds over 14 human skeletal remains of men, women and children.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our office is on the first flow of Venus Hotel in San Ignacio Town.

End point

Our office is on the first flow of Venus Hotel in San Ignacio Town.

Pickup points

Cassia Hill Resort Belize
Maya Mountain Lodge
Venus Hotel
The Log Cab-Inn
San Ignacio Resort Hotel
Martha's Guesthouse
Bella's Backpackers
Rainforest Haven Inn
Midas Belize
Cahal Pech Village Resort
Maya Bella Downtown Hotel

MINIMUM 2 persons

We offer free pickup with in the town limits of San Ignacio and Santa Elena.

An additional fee might be charged for pickups not within town limits, airport pick ups and water taxi pickups.

Kindly message us for more information or if you are unsure if your hotel or airbnb is within town limits.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please disclose honestly all pre-existing relevant medical conditions accurately and fully when booking a tour or service, which may impact your ability to participate or travel to remote areas without access to medical facilities or may adversely affect the experience of others on your tour. We will maintain your information in accordance to the company privacy policy.