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Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Adventure
Hopkins, Belize
- 9 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) in Belize is one of the most popular and impressive Maya ceremonial caves. The caving part of this all-day tour from Hopkins takes you through a subterranean river. You'll need to swim into the mouth of the cave and wade through ankle- to chest-high water before climbing through intricate passageways of dry chambers to reach a cathedral-like main hall that’s 1,148 feet (350 meters) in length and 164 feet (50 meters) wide and is filled with artifacts and sacrificial remains.
- See the Crystal Maiden—a skeleton of a girl who was sacrificed
- ATM is a wet cave, meaning you’ll need to swim and wade through water
- Travelers should have a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is not a good activity for those who suffer from claustrophobia
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
07:00 AM
Pickup details
free pick up from all hotels in Hopkins
What To Expect
Actun Tunichil Muknal
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Operated by Get to Know Belize Adventures
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
5 reviews
jess, Jan 2024
This experience was definitely a highlight on our first trip to Belize. Swimming and climbing through the caves as the ancient Maya did was truly mind blowing. The caves themselves are just magnificent. When you reach the chamber where all of the remains are, you will need to pinch yourself - it’s INSANE how everything has been naturally preserved! Thanks to our experienced guide Edward for safely leading us through and sharing the amazing history of the ATM caves. Lunch is super delicious too! Make sure you grab breakfast or a snack before leaving Hopkins, because it’s a late lunch after a LONG day of physical activity/driving.
Doha_I, Jan 2022
The whole experience was exhilarating. The hike to the cave involved crossing the river 3 times (swimming and walking). One enters the cave swimming and the fun starts. Manuvering the cave, squeezing between tiny pathways and crevices, in and out of the water. Then seeing the Mayan ritual site. Our guide was very knowledgeable and informed us of the history as well as the geology of the cave.
From $250.00
Price varies by group size
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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