To the Mayans caves was where the afterlife began. They entered the caves to conduct their rituals and to present their offerings to the Gods. Today we can still witness these activities in the remains left behind in the caves. You will walk through the jungle for about 1 hour until reaching the opening of the cave. At the mouth you will swim into the cave and for the following 1,5 hours you will wade and swim in the cave while contemplating the beauty of the cave.

Learn about the formations and maybe discover a few animals that live in the darkness. The last magnificent chamber will open up and you will remove your shoes and be able to walk around the different remains and artifacts in only your socks! We will say no more about this experience - it is for you to see.!

Bring: Socks (very imortant!), Insect repellant, Change of warm dry cloths, Closed shoes
How far away: 2,5 h from Hopkins
Start time: 7.30 a.m
Tour Duration: 9-10 hours.

Ancient Maya religion held that the soul began its afterlife with a dangerous journey through the underworld to a place known as Xibalba, or Place of Fright. The Xibalba was a complex realm of nine layers inhabited by sinister gods. The Maya believed those who survived the journey through Xibalba would rise triumphantly like the sun. Access to Xibalba from the living world was granted through caves.

A visit to the Crystal Cave starts with a steep 45 min hike trough the jungle. Then you will descend with ropes and into the crystal cave to explore the spectacular cave system. You will be taken through huge caverns adorned with crystalline formations, Mayan artifacts of pottery, beads, fire pits, obsidian blades and human skeletal remains that have been calcified in the limestone floor. Halfway through the cave you will be given the option to continue further into Wonderland, if you chose to proceed be prepared for beauty but also for physical challenge!

In This cave is only recommended for the ones that are fit and the seeking true adventure. The Crystal Cave is a dry cave, no water is to be found in these caves, however it tends to be a muddy experience, so bring cloths you do not mind to get dirty. After finishing the visit at the cave one may combine it with a visit to the Blue Hole.


Bring: Insect repellant, Closed shoes, Camera, Clothing Swimwear & Towel (for visit to the Blue Hole), Water
How far away: 1,5 h from Hopkins
Start time: 07:45
Tour Duration: 7-8 hours.