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Actun Tunichil Muknal


Actun Tunichil Muknal or (Cave of the Crystal Sepulchre) was a sacred place to the prehistoric Maya of Belize, who first began to conduct their ceremonies during the later terminal classic period (700-900AD).  The cave was named after the sacrificial chamber within the cave where the most famous of the human remains, known as "The Crystal Maiden" was found.  This is a skeleton of a teenage girl, probably a sacrifice victim,  whose bones have been completely covered by the natural processes of the cave, leaving them with a sparkling appearance.

This tour is an exciting 3.5 hours drive, followed by 45 minutes nature hike through dense Jungle in the 6,700 acres Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve.  This also includes three streams crossing, where you will learn about the flora and fauna of the Belize. At the entrance of the Cave you will be outfitted with the necessary equipment preparing you for your journey into the underworld. Time in the Cave is three hours before returning back to base camp.

 

Tour Duration
 Full day adventure. Departs at 6:00 am and returns at 7:30 pm
Price per Person $ 195.00 USD (tax inclusive)
Exercise Level
 Moderate to Difficult
Location
 Cayo District, Belize along the Western Highway
Bring $15.00 USD for your entrance fee to the park per person, hiking boots, shorts okay unless bothered by bugs,  long pants if you have sensitive skin or find bugs problematic, lightweight t-shirt, bug spray, camera or camcorder, bring an extra change of clothes and a towel for the ride home. You must bring extra socks for the tour for use while in the archeological site.
Leave Personal and travel documents at the hotel in safe place
Provided Pack lunch and your drinking water are provided.  The guides will have dry bags for your camera equipment while in the cave.
Remind us about Any medical conditions, special needs, and dietary restrictions

 

 

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