Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM)

Group Discounts
Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Main Activity
Cave Exploration
Gold Standard
Yes
Departs From
Start Point
San Ignacio Town
Intensity Level
Difficult
$
112
-
$
128
/ Person
Trusted Provider
Franscico M
Avg. Response:
several hours
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About Listing
Features:
ATM Cave
Ancient Artifacts
Archaeological Reserve
Cave System
Nature Trails
Subterranean River
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Description

Getting There: 
Your adventure begins at 8:00 AM with a 45-minute drive on the George Price Highway with another 30 minutes off-road to the parking lot. 

From the parking lot, we have a 45 minutes jungle hike toward the cave entrance, crossing a knee-deep river 3 times along the way- enjoy the scenery.

At the cave entrance: 
Upon reaching the mouth of the ATM cave, your guide briefs you on the cave’s historical facts while you gear up with helmets and headlamps. The hike inside the cave entails a very short swim of about 30 feet across at the very entrance of the cave. For non-swimmers, there is a bypass around the corner of the cave’s entrance through which you are assisted by the guide. For the rest of the cave length, it’s mostly wading through the water no deeper than chest height (at average height) at most. Admire the myriad cave formations along the way until reaching the hidden dry chamber where amazement awaits you.

In the main chamber: 
To get to the main chamber, you'll climb over some rocks providing a staircase to the chamber. Once in the chamber, you’ll be asked by your guide to take off your shoes and walk with only your socks on your feet. Here your guide explains the Maya rituals while you awe at the magnificence of this ancient tomb and its grandeur.

You’ll be amazed by all the Mayan artifacts and remains freely scattered throughout the cave as your guide explains how they got there and what lead to this shocking massacre in such a remote location. Walking farther into the cave, we’ll reach a higher but smaller chamber accessible only through the use of a man-made ladder. This is where the prized, intact, crystalized skeletal remains of the Crystal Maiden lay. Take your time, to sink in the reality of what lies before you.

Departure: 
After being saturated to capacity with astonishment, we make our way back out of the chambers and the cave. (the way back out always seems so much shorter than the way in). We then hike back onto the parking lot, where the guide will provide you with your lunch as you discuss the reality of what you’ve just witnessed inside. You may choose to change into your dry clothes before or after lunch (your choice). After lunch, we board our vehicle and head back to San Ignacio arriving around 3:30- 4:00 PM.


 
Suitable for:
Kids
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Recommended Age Range:
Under 10
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 50
What is Included?
Things the supplier includes without any extra cost.
  • Entrance Fees
  • All Taxes GST ( Goods and Services Tax)
  • National Park Fees
  • Packed Lunch
  • Light Refreshments
  • Professional Guide
  • Helmets, Headlights
  • Life Jacket
What to bring?
Recommended items to bring on the trip.
  • Sneakers with good Traction or Hiking boots, water shoes
  • Thick Pair of socks ( Must)
  • Lightweight pants
  • Lightweight Shirt
  • Change of Clothes
  • Insect Repellent
  • Towels
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Capacity:
13 people
Minimum:
2 people
Minimum number of people.
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Per
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Description
Person
$
128
2 pax
Person
$
119
3- 4 Pax
Person
$
115
5-6 Pax
Person
$
112
7 - 10 Pax
Person
$
112
11 - 13 Pax
Special Instructions for Rates
Free transportation is provided for pickups/ dropoffs within a 3Km radius from San Ignacio Town. We also pick up free from Rumors Resort, Ka'ana, Cassia Hill, Log Cabbin, and Rolson.
Please let us know your exact location ahead of time in order to give you a pick up/ drop off rate if applicable.
Alternatively, you may choose to meet us at the Welcome Center (inside the Belize Tourism Board kiosk) in San Ignacio or at Rumors Resort on mile 2 1/2 Benque Road if you have a rental.
 
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
Yes
Transport Info.
Important Transportation/Pickup Information
Free transportation is provided for pickups/ dropoffs within a 3Km radius from San Ignacio Town. We also pick up free from Rumors Resort, Ka'ana, Cassia Hill, Log Cabbin, and Rolson.
Please let us know your exact location ahead of time in order to give you a pick up/ drop off rate if applicable.
Alternatively, you may choose to meet us at the Welcome Center (inside the Belize Tourism Board kiosk) in San Ignacio or at Rumors Resort on mile 2 1/2 Benque Road if you have a rental.
 
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Start Time
Duration
Daily8:00 AM8 - 9 Hrs
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Moderate
  • Cancellations made 90 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 15 days before will be refunded 50% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
Terms & Conditions
Bookings will require full payment.

Cancellations due to inclement whether, natural disasters or any events that are out of our control, will be rescheduled for the following day if your schedule permits.

No refunds will be granted for cancellations made within 48 hours from due date.
50% refund will be granted for cancellations made within 72 hours from due date.

Minimum of 2 persons is required for each tour.

You are responsible for notifying us of any ailments which could lead to your inability to finish your tour for whatever reason.
 
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