About this experience
experience what real caving is about. A place where not much people are capable of going, go through connecting passages to explore different chambers an learn about the importance of the cave to the Mayas. the importance of the rituals and ceremonies
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Wear comfortable clothes (long pants mandatory), closed toe shoes for hiking
What is included
- Snacks
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Helmet, headlamp,
- Bring Reusable water bottles
Itinerary and highlights
Are you ready to take the challenge? Are you ready to do something physically active? If you are, then, you will experience what real caving is about. A place where not much people are capable of going, Crystal Cave is also known as Mountain Cow Cave and is one of the largest cave system located at the Blue Hole National Park, along the Hummingbird Highway. Crystal Cave is considered a mystical Mayan Pantheon. The adventure starts with a hike through the lush tropical forest and a rugged limestone landscape. This cave system has huge caverns that are adorned with beautiful stalactites, stalagmites, flow stones, rock columns, crystalline formations and Mayan artifacts. Explorers will witness evidence of rituals of ceremonies that took place thousands of years ago which include potteries, fire pits, charcoal ash and human remains. At the end you will be amazed to walk inside a crystallized chamber called Wonder Land.
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Meeting and pickup information
- We are located on #46 Burns Avenue, San Ignacio; Unit 2
- free hotel pick up within San Ignacio Town Limits and outside San Ignacio Town for an additional fee.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Belize Caving Expeditions
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Wear comfortable clothes (long pants mandatory), closed toe shoes for hiking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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