ATM Cave Tour(Actun Tunichil Muknal)
Journey into Belize’s Most Sacred Maya Cave
Journey deep beneath Belize’s rainforest, guided by licensed local experts, into a sacred ceremonial world.
- Departs from: San Ignacio
- Duration: 6 to 7 Hours
- Price: $145 USD Per Person
- Includes: gear, lunch, licensed guide, and park entrance
- Challenge: Moderate to Active Fitness Required
What’s This Tour About?
You’re not just signing up for an underground hike — you’re stepping through a portal into Maya memory. Hidden inside Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve lies Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM), a cave once reserved for ritual offerings, ancestral dialogue, and spiritual renewal.
As you walk, wade, and swim through its chambers, you’ll pass relics, skeletal remains, and geological forms that echo a civilization’s reverence for the earth. Your licensed guide will lead not just with knowledge, but with heart.
What to Expect on Your Day
- Pickup & Transit: We’ll collect you from your lodging in San Ignacio or a prearranged meeting point.
- Jungle Hike & River Crossings: ~45 minutes through forest, crossing three streams. (Tip from Alvin: those streams stay cold, even in the dry season — wear shoes you don’t mind feeling alive.)
- Snack Break: Just before entering the cave, we stop for water and light snacks (inside is sacred — no food or drinks). Your guide carries a dry bag for essentials like meds.
- Entrance & Swim: We wade and swim roughly ~10 meters to enter. Helmets, headlamps, and life jackets are provided.
- Chambers & Ceremony: You’ll view pottery, tools, altars, and the famous Crystal Maiden. We move quietly, respectfully, telling the stories embedded in stone.
- Return Journey: Retrace your path to daylight, stopping occasionally to absorb the forest again. Return to San Ignacio in the late afternoon.
Who You Become
You enter as a traveller.
You leave as a witness.
Inside the chambers, the cave doesn’t demand faith — it asks simply that you listen.
The Maya went deep to renew balance. You’ll go deep to renew your own rhythm.
This tour doesn’t just move your feet — it shifts your breath, your perspective, your tenderness.
Includes / What to Bring
What’s Included:
Licensed ATM cave guide (with special cave license) Entrance permit, gear (helmet, lamp, life jacket) Transportation from pick-up points Packed lunch & water Safety & emergency support
What to Bring:
Swimwear or quick-dry clothing
Water shoes (must have grip)
Socks (required for dry chamber)
Safety & emergency support
Small snack for energy (optional)
Tour Rates & Options
- Standard: USD $145 per person
- Private (2+ people): From USD $250 per person
- Bundle Deals: Book alongside Xunantunich or Caracol & save 10%
Why Choose This Tour?
- Led by local, licensed cave guides — not ordinary guides
- Small, respectful group sizes
- Deep cultural interpretation, not just sightseeing
- Safe, well-prepared, and rooted in heritage
San Ignacio Tours
- Belize ATM Cave Tour
- Tikal Temples Tour
- Caracol Mayan Ruins Tour
- Cave Kayaking
- Cave Tubing
- Xunantunich Mayan Ruins Tour
- Crystal Cave Tour
- Zip Lining
- Barton Creek Cave Canoeing
- Mountain Pine Ridge Tour
Booking Info
- Price: $145USD - Includes: Guide, Transportation, Gears, Entrance fees & Taxes.
- Payment Accepted: Cash, Visa or Master Card
- Combo Discounts: when booked with another tour.
- Departure: 8:00AM - Pickup at accommodations in San Ignacio or other arranged location.
- How to pay: A link will be sent to you for secure online payment.
- Email: [email protected]
- WhatsApp:: +501 629-5953
Book The ATM Cave Tour!
Limited spots available – Reserve your canoe today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe?
Can children go?
Is lunch provided?
Yes. Dietary requests with advance notice.
Can I bring my phone or camera?
Cancellation policy:
Map & Location
- Pickup included from San Ignacio | Drive time approx. 1.5 hours
- ATM Cave, Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve
Ready to Explore ATM Cave?
Join us for a journey into the sacred world of the ancient Maya—Crystal Maiden.
Book now and experience the underground magic of Belize with expert local guides.
Review of tour done at ATM Cave in Belize
We had a great experience. We did both the Caracol tour and the ATM Cave tour. Our guides were professional, talkative, informative, and all around great people who love Belize and all it has to offer. The lunches provided were exceptional and the level of personal interaction was superior to most other tours I’ve been on!"
