River Rat Belize
River Rat Belize
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Susanne M
new york city1 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
okt. 2023 • Venner
Are you prepared to venture on your ultimate jungle adventure? Look into the secrets of the ancient Maya civilization. And discover their sacrificial grounds.

Our guide, Gonzo, is the perfect companion to lead you through the ATM cave. His passion for nature and conservation is contagious; he knows every nook and cranny here.

He’s an archaeologist and an expert in cave exploration. And he's spent countless hours studying the ATM cave. His expertise extends beyond traditional methods, as he collaborates with universities worldwide.

If you're up for an adventure and can climb any staircase without issues, this tour is for you. It offers a blend of nature, hiking, and conservation.

And the darkness within is not spooky at all. Because he gives you a headlamp to light the way.

We've done this cave now 3 times. And every time with River Rat. It’s on our must-do-when-back-in-Belize list.

And yes, shame on us for not writing a review earlier. But hey, some treasures are best kept close.

P.S. Safety is a priority.
Be sure to read the "what-to-wear-tour-briefing" before embarking on your journey.

Opt for activewear, such as a T-shirt and shorts, and consider a long-sleeve rashguard if you're prone to feeling chilly.

Brazilian swimwear is not ideal for this cave. Protecting your bum is essential. Flaunt your perfectly apricot-shaped tush when you’re on the Cayes 😜.

Skrevet d. 8. oktober 2023
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Noelle501
Belize City, Belize33 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
sep. 2023 • Venner
If you want to explore the jungle, caves or any aspect of the ancient Maya civilization absolutely book your tour through River Rat.

The health and safety protocols are top notch, you will learn a *lot* from the guide and they are a whole lot of fun. River Rat Expeditions are a Do Not Miss if you’re visiting Cayo.
Skrevet d. 25. september 2023
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Vacacraycray
Indianapolis, IN1 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
apr. 2023 • Alene
I was fortunate enough to book a very rare solo tour from this company. I had never experienced a tour such as this.
The guide was an actual accredited Archeologist that has dedicated an extreme amount of time studying this particular cave.
Gonzo not only uses traditional methods he also has been working with several universities worldwide using the most up to date drone and LiDAR technology. It really shows that he cares about the history.

I wouldn’t hesitate to book any tour with this company.

Chris
Skrevet d. 18. april 2023
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Kristine C
4 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
mar. 2023
I cannot give high enough praise for this tour and our guide Gonzo. Our party of 4 did the adventure tour of the ATM cave. Gonzo’s knowledge of the Mayan culture and practices made for a thoroughly enjoyable and enlightening experience. I was actually jealous when talking to others the next day when they informed me they were going on the same tour we had just done. This tour is a “must do” if visiting Belize.
Skrevet d. 25. marts 2023
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Dean T
7 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
feb. 2023 • Par
Our ATM explorer tour with River Rat was an exceptional experience. Gonzo (our guide) came highly recommended and did not disappoint. His depth of knowledge on everything ATM is unparalleled. As we did the “Explorer” tour, we took a more in depth and adventurous route through the cave, this was highly rewarding and I would recommend this option. (Not suitable for those not comfortable in water).
We were a group of 3 including a 63 year old man, and whilst this tour was challenging, it was quite accessible for all of us.

P.S. ensure that you have sturdy and decent quality footwear for both grip and protection.
Skrevet d. 2. marts 2023
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TampaJack
Clearwater, FL74 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
feb. 2023
This was my second time in Belize and I've used River Rat both times. There's a reason why they're recommended so highly: they're simply the best. Gonzo is incredibly knowledgeable and is genuinely passionate about nature and conservation. His specialty is caves, and he knows every nook and cranny of ATM. He led us through several paths and passages that the other tours either didn't know about or didn't bother with. He is very safety conscious and we always felt in great hands. He was equally great with my 10-year old grandson as with the older folks (like me). Pre-trip, Andrea was in perfect communication and everything went super smoothly. Are other tour operators good, too? Well, I'll never know because I will never use anyone else! Gonzo, Andrea, we can't thank you enough.
Skrevet d. 28. februar 2023
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Ilona C
2 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
jan. 2023 • Par
Gonzo our guide, was so knowledgable and so in tune with His little group of US three from the parrots tree Nest, that at the end of the day IT was Strange to seperaten again. IT was my utmost outstanding experience swimming and climbing through the cave and time and Feelings. Thanks you Gonzo.
Skrevet d. 27. januar 2023
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Rowan H
Cairns, Australien1.355 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
sep. 2022 • Par
My wife and I completed the ATM cave experience today with Gonzo. Being a slower day we were the only two on the tour and Gonzo explained that his company likes working with smaller groups to improve the experience.

The cost of the tour was 125USD each (250 BZ). We were able to organise it through email of his company fairly seamlessly. They responded quickly and were able to arrange it within short notice. Gonzo picked us up from our hotel at 0830 in his 4WD and drove an hour to the site. Throughout the drive he was able to provide information about Belize and even pointed out some native wildlife - including a toucan. From the car park we walked about 3km to the entrance of the cave. Note that only 200m from the entrance you need to cross a river which is at shoulder height - this is the first point of the journey you will become wet and you will remain soaked for the duration of the tour. The hike itself was quite scenic and once again Gonzo was able to point out various fauna and flora. We spent about 2-3 hours in the cave - swimming, clambering and squeezing through various chambers. We were provided a headlamp and helmet. You exit the way you come - walking the 3km back to the car park. At this point you can get out of your soaking clothes into dry ones. Lunch was provided and we drove back to our hotel, getting in at around 4pm.

In terms of the experience with Gonzo - he was a standout guide for a few reasons. Firstly he made traversing even difficult sections of the cave quite straightforward and we felt safe at all times even in the more physically challenging sections. Secondly he had knowledge above and beyond your average tour guide. In addition to providing informative tours he also works for a university and is a experienced and knowledgeable archeologist. He actually helped in the mapping and excavation of ATM and other maya caves within Central America. Given this his knowledge of the artefacts and the history of the cave is exceptional. He also is very enthusiastic and passionate about sharing that knowledge with you and his positivity is quite infectious which in turn, enhances your experience. Thirdly, he presents the cave in a unbiased manner - offering theories into the purpose of the cave, while acknowledging the gaps of information that are still to be filled. This is a thought provoking experience.

Following our tour with gonzo we would not only recommend the ATM experience but we would advocate going with his company in particular.

NB - No cameras are allowed in the cave (blanket rule). This occurred following a clumsy tourist dropping his camera on a skull and breaking it.
Skrevet d. 14. september 2022
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CartmansBadKitty
Pleasanton, Californien26 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
sep. 2022
Don't think I can add more to what's already been said, but this was truly a highlight of our trip to Belize. On top of the adventure and archaeology, this trip, thanks to the insight provided by Gonzo, really made me think about how we interpret artifacts in our white, western, Christian context. Gonzo helped me re-frame my thinking to look at historical evidence from a more open mindset. Were only virgin girls sacrificed? Why? Was there benefit to listeners to believe that theory? Any proof that was what happened?

Anyway, my mind was blown in many ways on this excursion, and I highly recommend it to anyone!
Skrevet d. 13. september 2022
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Brian
9 bidrag
5,0 ud af 5 bobler
feb. 2022
River Rat was recommended to our family because the guide, Gonzo, is an expert archaeologist and great steward of the cave. This is an adventurous tour, and Gonzo did a great job at setting the right tone for a fun, safe, and thoughtful experience. Gonzo exudes a healthy respect for Mother Nature and the Mayan culture and it's contagious. What a great time in the cave and during our drive to and from San Ignacio with Hugo, who is also a wealth of local knowledge. Thanks for the experience!
Skrevet d. 8. marts 2022
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