Actun Chapat Cave Adventure | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Actun Chapat, located near Benque, just south of San Jose Succotz, is getting more exposure, and now Hidden Valley Inn offers it as a tour.  Actun Chapat, along with Actun Halal, makes for a great day tour that includes a jungle hike, cave exploring, and a history lesson about the Maya.

 

"Meet your archaeology guide at the village of San Jose Succotz along the Mopan River where you will traverse 8 miles through old farms and tropical forest in the infamous land rover.  There is only one trip a day and tours are private to Hidden Valley Inn Guests only.  Your experience guide will share stories, legends and facts about the caves and the surrounding area.  The History of the Maya will be told by your guide as you hike through the chambers of mysterious cave formations, terraces, alters, strewn with artifacts and Mayan relics.  At the sky opening you break for lunch with a favorite burrito.  Handmade flour tortillas, with a bean and / or chicken filling, a special sauce, with fresh lettuce, tomato and cilantro and of course hot sauce.  After your return a cold soft drink, beer, or water to enjoy while you rest up for your return ride."