31/10/2024
𝗖𝗿𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗵’𝗲𝗲𝗻
In response to inclement weather impacting visitations to archaeological reserves, the Institute of Archaeology, National Institute of Culture and History (IA/NICH) is pleased to announce that the Crystal Cave has been declared as a temporary alternative cave destination for visitors.
Following thorough inspections, the IA/NICH has determined that the cave is suitable for increased visitation. In the coming weeks, a river level gauge will be installed to monitor water conditions during adverse weather, along with ongoing assessments to ensure visitor safety and effective management of the cave.
Presently, the Crystal Cave is currently open to all operators, guides, and visitors under the following criteria:
1. Reporting Requirements: All visitation to the Crystal Cave must be reported at the Nohoch Ch’een Ticket Office. The entrance fee is the same as at Nohoch Ch’een ($10 BZ), in addition to a discounted Chukka Belize access fee of $110 BZ (includes use of safety gear and assistance by Chukka Staff).
2. Safety Equipment Requirement: To maintain maximum safety standards, all visitors are required to use Chukka equipment including life jacket, helmet, and lights for access to the cave.
3. On-site Monitoring: IA Park Staff will be present to conduct regular monitoring and ensure compliance with safety equipment use, timeliness of tours, and use of designated routes.
The IA/NICH is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
For more information, please contact the Institute of Archaeology at 𝟴𝟮𝟮-𝟮𝟭𝟬𝟲/𝟮𝟮𝟮𝟳 or via email at 𝗶𝗮𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗸@𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲.𝗼𝗿𝗴.