Full-Day ATM Cave and Xunantunich Maya Temple Combo: Guided Adventure Through Ancient Wonders
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37 Ratings
San Ignacio

This expedition includes guided explorations of a Cave and a Maya Temple, offering an entire day of exhilaration. We explore the Actunich Tunich Muknal Cave, followed by a visit to the Maya Temple of Xunantunich.

This combination tour commences at 8:00am and wraps up around 5:00pm.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Actun Tunichil Muknal - An hour drive from San Ignacio, will take you into the Tapir Mountain Reserve. Here we will park our vehicles, gear up and hike for 30 minutes to the entrance of the cave.
What's Included
  • Park entrance fees included for hassle-free access.
  • Lunch provided to keep you energized.
  • Professional guide to enhance your experience.
  • Complimentary bottled water to stay hydrated.
  • Use of towels for convenience.
  • All transportation arranged, including hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
  • Equipment provided for activities.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 (two) people per booking is required
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or the option to do a different tour (surcharges may apply)
  • Minimum height requirement of 40 inches for children
Location
Cayo Welcome Center & Tourist Information Center
Your driver/guide will have a sign with your name for easy recognition. He will meet you by the bus terminal.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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D4036nqdanf
May 18, 2024
Great all day all day trips! - This trip was a blast! The guides were very knowledgeable and entertaining. Showed us everything we expected and more and really broke everything down. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Belize.
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698katrinaw
May 12, 2024
Perfect day! - We had limited time but wanted to make the most of it, so we booked the combo tour. Our guides got us to the cave before the crowds, served a delicious lunch picked up from locals along the way, and then took us to Xunantunich later in the day when almost everyone else was gone. Definitely recommend!
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Coralg166
May 6, 2024
You can totally do this! - This tour is well worth it, but I wanted to share a review for anyone wonder “can I do this?” Everything I read talked about how physically taxing it is, and I think that might be keeping a lot of people from experiencing this amazing excursion! The 45 minute walk to the cave is just that - it is a leisurely walk along the river - basically no incline. Once in the cave, you do have to scramble up and over rocks and in some tight spaces, but as long as you don’t have actually mobility issues with legs/knees that would keep you from climbing stairs, let’s say, you can totally do this!!
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Q4891wbmattc
May 6, 2024
Amazing Experience - The ATM cave was amazing. Our guide was Jam Jam and he was not only funny, but extremely knowledgeable about the history of the cave, and he made sure we saw every cool feature that there was to see. We were a bit concerned about the "danger" and "difficulty" that we saw on other posts, but in reality if you are remotely in good shape it is not difficult. Definitely wear closed toed shoes or sandals, and prepare to get wet! O'Neil was our guide for the Xunantunich Temple, and he also was very knowledgeable. He took his time to ensure we enjoyed the experience. Both sites were definitely worth it, and the guides get high recommendations from us!
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N3882zxsamanthah
Apr 30, 2024
Great adventure and great guides! - Quite the adventure! Hector and Demasse were our guides. Hector was great in his knowledge of Mayan history and giving instructions on how to navigate the bouldering. This is a tour better suited for people with good agility and are comfortable in water and small spaces. It is so worth it - but be ready for a good level of activity. Also you must wear shorts or bathing trunks- no swimming suits or speedos. Also no sunscreen (you’re in a cave, you’ll be fine). I loved every minute of our tour. We had a medical emergency during our tour (my sister dislocated her knee and required assistance for the last 3/4 of the way out). The guides all banded together to provide assistance to get her out safely and with as little discomfort as possible. You don’t want to know that but they knew what to do and we were so appreciative!
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Shelly_w
Apr 12, 2024
My journey into the cave and the ruins - This was amazing and shocking to me Keep in mind this is not for a beginner or someone scared of darkness or small spaces. This is caving or spelunking for me it was thrilling and exciting Guides Hector are very knowledgeable, nice , great story teller. I would do this again. The ruins amazing O’Neal great guide and story teller. They provide great food and lots of water because it is hot I fully recommend!!
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Kyle_t
Mar 23, 2024
Best excursion to do - One of the best excursions I’ve ever done. Amazing experience going through the cave and learning about it. We enjoyed the the ruins and since we saw them later in the day we had our own private tour and the guide was excellent. He gave tons of information and made it fun! If you’re short on days the combination is perfect.
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Amy_m
Mar 16, 2024
Great dual tour - Excellent tour. It was perfect arriving early at ATM. We beat the crowds and then were able to go see the ruins. You need to be in shape because you need to walk quickly to get to the cave and then fit everything in. Highly recommend.
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Barbara_b
Mar 15, 2024
Such an anmazing... - Such an anmazing experience with wonderful guides! A must do when visiting Belize! You won’t regret it!!
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Excursion66033004758
Mar 9, 2024
Could not have been better! - I don't know where to begin. The ATM cave is unbelievable from start to finish! Do not leave Belize without this experience. We weren't going to do Xunantunich the same day, but we were on such a high after the ATM cave that we didn't want the day to end.....even at 37 degrees celcius! Cayo Inland Adventures were so accommodating. I also think they must employ the best guides around. We had Hector for the Cave tour and Onil for Xunantunich and I couldn't imagine the day without them. The information they provided went so far above and beyond and the passion they shared was inspiring. Thank you so much for the this incredible day!
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