Overview
Enjoy this unique tour of Actun Tunichil Muknal, a National Geographic must-see sacred cave!
Start in air-conditioned comfort until your arrival at the ranger outpost. Here, your guides will provide you with a helmet, headlamp, and life jacket. You'll hike, wade, and swim the sacrificial Mayan underworld of the ATM cave.There will be 3 river crossings and a 30-minute hike bringing you to the cave entrance.
From here, the cave system spans approximately 3 miles. After an hour of spelunking, you’ll arrive at the ceremonial area where you’ll remove your shoes. Walking barefoot, deeper into the underground, you will unearth untainted Mayan history dating back 1-1000 AD including pottery and skeletal remains.
Lunch and water will be provided.
Duration: 8 hours
ProviderPrivate Belize Adventure
Location
GR33+RGF, Belize City, Belize
Meeting Point
- Pick-up from Belize City accommodation
Guests mention that the Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave experience is a must-do adventure in Belize, offering a unique combination of caving, river wading, and exploration of Mayan artifacts, including skeletons. Reviewers appreciate the well-organized tours with knowledgeable guides who ensure safety and manage group sizes to avoid overcrowding. Many highlight the stunning natural beauty of the cave and the thrill of navigating water chutes, as well as the delicious traditional lunch provided afterward. Overall, visitors highly recommend this experience as a memorable and exhilarating part of their Belize trip.