What to wear at an ATM cave?

For this adventure we recommend lightweight drip-dry safari/hiking clothing with zip-off legs and closed top lightweight hiking shoes or tennis shoes with two pairs of socks. There are places within the cave where you will take off your shoes and walk with socks only.

What to wear to an ATM Cave?

What to wear while visiting caves?

Wearing at least 2 layers top and bottom is the minimum recommendation. Hiking boots or gumboots are also much better for stepping in puddles rather than running shoes. Another good idea is to bring kneepads and gloves, although both are available at the Visitor Centre.

How long does it take to do the ATM Cave?

Your tour through the cave takes about three hours on average. Bringing a dry change of clothes for the deeper voyage is advised but not necessary. There's more swimming and climbing (in the dark) to come. If you suffer from claustrophobia, the ATM tour may not be the right fit for you.

How hard is an ATM Cave?

Once inside the cave, you spend about 2.5 hrs walking through the caverns using only headlamps for light. Most of the hiking is not very strenuous, but you will be walking through water that is, at times, neck high. You move slowly and have to navigate rocks and very tight places.

ATM Cave Belize - Actun Tunichil Muknal Mayan Adventure

Are the ATM caves worth it?

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How deep is the ATM Cave?

The cave is a full 5 kilometers deep (roughly 3 miles), however, travelers are only allowed to venture through about 3.5 kilometers of it. For safety reasons of course.

Where to stay for an ATM cave?

How long do you need at Dark cave?

Dark cave you'll need at least two and a half hours for all activities: Zipline, mudbath, kayaking…

What is an ATM cave tour?

Deemed the #1 Sacred Cave destination in the world by National Geographic, the Actun Tunichil Mucnal (ATM) cave is not only stunning with its crystalline stalactites and stalagmites but it is also a natural museum providing insight into the world of the ancient Maya.

What pants to wear when caving?

Coveralls or jeans are a good choice. Avoid heavy insulation unless you are prone to getting cold easily. For wet caves, such as those with deep steams or pools, you will need to avoid wearing cotton because it does not insulate when wet. Stick with synthetic blends or wool.

What not to do when caving?

Do not run or jump in a cave. Plan each move carefully. Do not enter a cave when there is rain predicted in the area. Cave often flood suddenly.

Do you need gloves for caving?

Wearing gloves is a personal preference, some wear thin work gloves but any gardening gloves or nice yellow dishwashing rubber gloves are OK. Thick gloves are too cumbersome for more advanced caving on ladders and woolly gloves soak up too much water in wet caves. Many cavers prefer bare hands though…

What to wear atm?

For this adventure we recommend lightweight drip-dry safari/hiking clothing with zip-off legs and closed top lightweight hiking shoes or tennis shoes with two pairs of socks. There are places within the cave where you will take off your shoes and walk with socks only.

How to dress for a cave?

Because caves are typically cold, you should plan on wearing layers of warm clothes, including long underwear.

How much does it cost to go to the ATM Cave?

General ATM Cave Facts

You are only allowed to visit the ATM Cave with a certified guide. The cost of a tour does not vary much, and you can expect to pay about $125 per person, which includes all the required entrance fees, a helmet with a flashlight, a life jacket (depends on the company).

What to wear to Dark Cave?

You must wear a bikini/ swimwear into the dark cave (no t-shirts etc). All children must occupy their own seats on the dragon boat going into the Phong Nha cave. No GoPros without a wrist strap will be permitted on Dark cave property (as many GoPros have been lost forever during the activities).

Is Dark Cave worth it?

So if you are going to Quang Binh, remember, Dark Cave stands in the first rank for the next target of your sightseeing. Well, it's an adventure, not a visit, once in a lifetime. All in all, it's a one-of-a-kind experience in Phong Nha, especially the mud bath in Dark Cave.

Can you spend the night in a cave?

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE PACKAGES

Perfect for groups with younger kids who still want a REAL caving experience. Crawl through muddy passages, navigate narrow hallway-like passages. Ignite your spirit of adventure, and sleep under the stalactites.

What to wear on an ATM Cave tour?

The start of the ATM Cave tour has you swimming into the cave in deep water. And for the rest of the tour you'll be anywhere from ankle to neck-deep in water. You'll absolutely need to wear a bathing suit. Personally, I wore the two-piece teal one featured in my Belize packing guide.

What animals are in the ATM Cave?

Animal life in the cave includes a large population of bats, large freshwater crabs, crayfish, catfish and other tropical fish.

What is the deepest cave in England?

The deepest cave in Wales and the UK is Ogof Ffynnon Ddu, 274.5 metres (901 ft) deep and containing around 50 km (31 mi) of passageways. The deepest cave in England is the Three Counties System which is 252 metres (827 ft) deep between the entrance of Large Pot, and the deepest point reached by diving in Gavel Pot.

How old is the ATM cave?

Archeologists have estimated that the ATM cave first became a site used by the Maya for religious purposes nearly 2,000 years ago. The most recent remains are dated to the Terminal-Classic Period (roughly 800 to 1000 AD), a time when the Maya heartland was suffering from severe drought and civil wars.