Balankanche

The limestone cave system of Balankanche extends for 1.2 miles through multiple chambers containing natural formations and ancient ceremonial objects.

The cave was first documented in 1905, but its complete network remained hidden until 1959 when a guide discovered additional passages containing Maya artifacts.

The Maya used this cave for ceremonies dedicated to Chaac, the rain god, placing offerings such as grinding stones, incense burners, and ceramic vessels.

Guided tours with recorded narration operate between 9:00 and 17:00, accommodating groups from 6 to 30 people with specific time slots for English, Spanish, and French.

The main chamber features a natural limestone column that resembles a ceiba tree, surrounded by original Maya offerings dating back 800 years.

Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00

GPS coordinates: 20.65858,-88.53479

Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:06