ATM Cave Tour Actun Tunichil Muknal with Lunch

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About this activity

The ATM Cave Tour in Belize begins with a 45-minute jungle hike and three river crossings before entering the legendary Actun Tunichil Muknal cave system. Expect to get completely wet as you swim through the cave entrance and spend the next three hours climbing rocks, swimming through chambers, and exploring narrow passages like the famous “Headlock.” Inside, you’ll discover ancient Maya ceremonial areas, over 1,400 artifacts including pottery, tools, and water vessels dating back more than 1,100 years. The cave also contains skeletal remains used in sacred Maya rituals, including the famous “Crystal Maiden,” whose bones became naturally coated in sparkling calcite over centuries. ATM Cave offers one of the most unforgettable archaeological and adventure experiences in Belize, giving visitors a rare glimpse into the sacred spiritual world of the ancient Maya civilization.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Go Cave Tubing BZ Travel and Adventure

Ages: Adults (3–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Lunch
Included: All necessary Equipment

Itinerary

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM)

6 hours Admission included

The ATM Cave Tour begins with a 45-minute hike through the jungle, leading to three river crossings that may require swimming or using ropes to navigate the current. Water levels are often high, so participants should expect to arrive at the cave entrance fully soaked. After gearing up with helmets and headlamps, the group enters the cave by swimming through its water-filled mouth. Over the next three hours, the tour involves climbing over rocks, swimming through large chambers, and navigating narrow passages—one famously known as “the Headlock.” This journey offers a rare and challenging glimpse into the sacred world of the ancient Maya.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at Actun Tunichil Muknal Archaeological Reserve and your

assigned guide will be waiting for you with a sign that has your name on it.

End point

The meeting point is at Actun Tunichil Muknal Archaeological Reserve and your

assigned guide will be waiting for you with a sign that has your name on it.