The waterfall with its blue crystalline cascade serves as the stunning foreground of the massive circular entrance of Hokeb Ha Cave. Tucked away in its cool, shade hillside, Hokeb Ha Cave (otherwise called Blue Creek Cave) is located a short 20-minute hike away from the Mayan Village of Blue Creek. The village was named from the blue freshwater creek that runs through the village, which is also the water source running through Hokeb Ha Cave.

Spectacular Trekking To Hokeb Ha Cave

If you want to hike to the cave without a guide, you can do so, but it is always better to have the assistance of a guide when exploring the depths of the cave. Guides are available from Blue Creek Village. The hike is a fairly easy one that requires the normal hiking gear (good hiking shoes, long pants, bug repellant, drinking water and a flashlight for use inside the cave). For the first few minutes of the hike, you can follow a marked trail along the creek until a large clearing comes into view.

There is a station located on the clearing where an entrance fee is collected, followed by a wider trail on the opposite side. This trail continues across the creek that runs dry in the dry part of the year, exposing unusual bleached white stones scattered on its bed. After crossing the dry creek, the trail becomes a bit inconspicuous so visitors must simply follow the creek on its journey upstream. At this point, the trail becomes stepper as it ascends from the base of a cliff. Just a couple of minutes later, the spectacular entrance of the cave comes into full view.

Ancient Mayas Used Hokeb Ha Cave In The Ancient Times

According to archeologists, the cave was used by the ancient Mayas in the late Classic Period. An altar and several ceramic artifacts were discovered that date back to that period. This led them to believe that the depths of Hokeb Ha Cave were used as an important ceremonial center. You can explore the ancient marvels of the cave in a four-hour tour through its large open caverns, small narrow chambers and beautiful crystal-like flowstone structures before emerging out of the cave from another entrance. The cave is accessible year-round, except at some points in the rainy season when the water levels of the creek become too high. Visitors should confirm the cave’s accessibility from friendly guides in Blue Creek Village.

Dining options are a bit scarce in the immediate vicinity around the cave. Golden Restaurant, which serves Asian dishes, will be of particular interest to visitors looking for a convenient meal. If you like caves, and would like to see others, consider going to Tiger Cave and Laguna Cave, both of which are within traveling distance of the Hokeb Ha Cave.

There Are Other Caves In Area Near Hokeb Ha Cave

Caves are nice for a few hours here and there, but there’s still plenty else to see during your stay. There are at least one or two additional activities nearby, including Lubaantun, found within traveling range in Toledo District. You might also think about heading over to Toledo Botanical Arboretum, another attraction in the area. Consider heading over to Uxbenka, a historical site, and Rio Blanco Falls.