ATM Cave “Actun Tunichil Muknal”
Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave an epic, adventure tour, for the true explorer.
ATM was once used by the ancient Maya but was abandoned in the years before the arrival of the Spanish. Over 1000 years later, it was rediscovered deep in the jungles of Belize.
Swim to the entrance of the cave.
The entrance of the cave is protected by a natural spring. Visitors who want to enter the cave must swim through a pool of water and then walk through a swallow creek to reach the part of the cave used by ancient Maya.
The Crystal Maiden:
The cave is sometimes called the “ Cave of the Crystal Maiden” because the remains of a young adult around 20 years old were found in the cave. Its bones have fused with the crystals in the cave and now shines with an unearthly, glittery sheen.
Stone Sepulcher
Another name of the cave is the “Cave of the Stone Sepulchre” because the ancient Maya used a stalagmite to carve an enormous, beautiful alter (sepulcher) that they used for religious rites.
Sacrificial Victims
The remains of more than a dozen people have been found in the cave, many of them very young children, some just babies. Archeologists believe they were killed by having their skulls crushed with a blunt object.
The ATM Cave still hosts thousands of ancient artifacts, including ceramic pots that held food offering to the gods. These were marked with “kill holes “ to indicate their religious status.
Documentaries
The history Channel, National Geographic, and the Discovery Channel have all filmed documentaries about this amazing cave.
The Discovery Channel rated ATM cave as the number one Sacred Cave in the world. TV personality Andrew Zimmern traveled to the ATM cave for his television show.
Location : Archaeological Cave Reserve.
Intensity : High
What to Bring :
Hiking Shoes ( will get wet, toes must be protected)
socks (mandatory)
extra set of dry clothing
small backpack
bug spray
snacks
reusable water bottles
swim wear with shorts
Disclaimer :
Due to uneven surfaces , this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, back problems, for participants with heart complaints , pregnant women or other serious medical conditions .
Government of Belize has banned all electronics from the cave. Cameras, cell phones , Go pro .
Tour Time: 8 Hours
Tour Price: 195.00USD per person (advance bookings 21 days)
This Tour Includes:
Personal guide for the entire tour
Transportation from pickup point and return.
Water, food are complementary.
Entrance fees to park.
Tell your friends about Us!!!!!!!
Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave an epic, adventure tour, for the true explorer.
ATM was once used by the ancient Maya but was abandoned in the years before the arrival of the Spanish. Over 1000 years later, it was rediscovered deep in the jungles of Belize.
Swim to the entrance of the cave.
The entrance of the cave is protected by a natural spring. Visitors who want to enter the cave must swim through a pool of water and then walk through a swallow creek to reach the part of the cave used by ancient Maya.
The Crystal Maiden:
The cave is sometimes called the “ Cave of the Crystal Maiden” because the remains of a young adult around 20 years old were found in the cave. Its bones have fused with the crystals in the cave and now shines with an unearthly, glittery sheen.
Stone Sepulcher
Another name of the cave is the “Cave of the Stone Sepulchre” because the ancient Maya used a stalagmite to carve an enormous, beautiful alter (sepulcher) that they used for religious rites.
Sacrificial Victims
The remains of more than a dozen people have been found in the cave, many of them very young children, some just babies. Archeologists believe they were killed by having their skulls crushed with a blunt object.
The ATM Cave still hosts thousands of ancient artifacts, including ceramic pots that held food offering to the gods. These were marked with “kill holes “ to indicate their religious status.
Documentaries
The history Channel, National Geographic, and the Discovery Channel have all filmed documentaries about this amazing cave.
The Discovery Channel rated ATM cave as the number one Sacred Cave in the world. TV personality Andrew Zimmern traveled to the ATM cave for his television show.
Location : Archaeological Cave Reserve.
Intensity : High
What to Bring :
Hiking Shoes ( will get wet, toes must be protected)
socks (mandatory)
extra set of dry clothing
small backpack
bug spray
snacks
reusable water bottles
swim wear with shorts
Disclaimer :
Due to uneven surfaces , this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, back problems, for participants with heart complaints , pregnant women or other serious medical conditions .
Government of Belize has banned all electronics from the cave. Cameras, cell phones , Go pro .
Tour Time: 8 Hours
Tour Price: 195.00USD per person (advance bookings 21 days)
This Tour Includes:
Personal guide for the entire tour
Transportation from pickup point and return.
Water, food are complementary.
Entrance fees to park.
Tell your friends about Us!!!!!!!
Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave an epic, adventure tour, for the true explorer.
ATM was once used by the ancient Maya but was abandoned in the years before the arrival of the Spanish. Over 1000 years later, it was rediscovered deep in the jungles of Belize.
Swim to the entrance of the cave.
The entrance of the cave is protected by a natural spring. Visitors who want to enter the cave must swim through a pool of water and then walk through a swallow creek to reach the part of the cave used by ancient Maya.
The Crystal Maiden:
The cave is sometimes called the “ Cave of the Crystal Maiden” because the remains of a young adult around 20 years old were found in the cave. Its bones have fused with the crystals in the cave and now shines with an unearthly, glittery sheen.
Stone Sepulcher
Another name of the cave is the “Cave of the Stone Sepulchre” because the ancient Maya used a stalagmite to carve an enormous, beautiful alter (sepulcher) that they used for religious rites.
Sacrificial Victims
The remains of more than a dozen people have been found in the cave, many of them very young children, some just babies. Archeologists believe they were killed by having their skulls crushed with a blunt object.
The ATM Cave still hosts thousands of ancient artifacts, including ceramic pots that held food offering to the gods. These were marked with “kill holes “ to indicate their religious status.
Documentaries
The history Channel, National Geographic, and the Discovery Channel have all filmed documentaries about this amazing cave.
The Discovery Channel rated ATM cave as the number one Sacred Cave in the world. TV personality Andrew Zimmern traveled to the ATM cave for his television show.
Location : Archaeological Cave Reserve.
Intensity : High
What to Bring :
Hiking Shoes ( will get wet, toes must be protected)
socks (mandatory)
extra set of dry clothing
small backpack
bug spray
snacks
reusable water bottles
swim wear with shorts
Disclaimer :
Due to uneven surfaces , this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities, back problems, for participants with heart complaints , pregnant women or other serious medical conditions .
Government of Belize has banned all electronics from the cave. Cameras, cell phones , Go pro .
Tour Time: 8 Hours
Tour Price: 195.00USD per person (advance bookings 21 days)
This Tour Includes:
Personal guide for the entire tour
Transportation from pickup point and return.
Water, food are complementary.
Entrance fees to park.
Tell your friends about Us!!!!!!!