ATM Maya Cave from Caye Caulker

The ATM Cave is a "must do" tour experience- and it's easily accessible!! The tour starts with a 45 min hike through the jungle in the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve. It is a great way to soak in the majesty of the surrounding jungle. You will cross three rivers as you wind your way through the jungle to the mouth of the cave. The tour duration is approximately 3 hours. Bring along a change of clothes as you will be completely wet by the time the tour is over. Understanding why this cave was of such sacred importance to the Mayas requires an understanding of their spirituality. In the Maya religion, the gods of agriculture, rain, and fertility were believed to reside in the underworld. It would only seem natural that the ATM Cave, with its seemingly endless pits, would be seen as a potential gateway to the underworld. By making human sacrifices within the cave, they could appeal to these important gods practically at their front door.

Guests should dress as if preparing for a hike, bringing comfortable clothes and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Also, socks are mandatory for walking inside the cave. Bear in mind that no cameras are allowed within the cave. The prohibition of cameras prevents damage to remaining skeletons and artifacts and preserves ATM for future generations.

Rate is based on a minimum of 4 persons... to pay individually please send us a message

Round trip water taxi transfers are included in your rate. Please note that transfers between your hotel and the water taxi terminal are not included - usually within easy walking distance of most hotels on Caye Caulker.

You may be joined with other persons or groups on a tour - but never to exceed established guide to guest ratios
Items included on tour are specified in the tour description.

Participation on tour indicated an acceptance of Liability and Important Notes (condensed):
UpClose Belize is not responsible nor liable for acts of God or circumstances beyond our control. * The tour participant acknowledges and accepts the inherent risk of participation en-route to and/or from and during the Tour, including but not limited to the following: trips or falls; collisions or encounters with other persons or vehicles; being jostled; or otherwise shaken; subject to close contact with others; travel terrain which may be narrow, uneven and unpredictable and, in some instances, be required to walk or stand for significant periods. * Tour participants understand that any participation in the tour carry certain inherent risks and dangers which no amount of preplanning may eliminate. * UpClose Belize is not liable for any injury, death, accident, delay or loss as related directly or indirectly with tours or transfers. * UpClose Belize is not liable for any expense(s) incurred by loss or damage to the guest's personal property while participating in any tour. * The tour participant declares to be aware and informed regarding the nature and risks associated with tours and about the risks of traveling through Belize in general. UpClose Belize provides sufficient information about proper clothing and the policies in general. * The right is reserved to accept or decline any passenger should such person’s health or general deportment impede the operation of the services to the detriment of the other passengers. Refunds regarding these passengers will be handled on an individual basis. UpClose Belize reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any itinerary as may be deemed necessary for the carrying out of the tour package either before departure or en route, or withdraw any tour or package.