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Ak'tun Kan

La Cueva de la Serpiente, the cave of the serpent

Inside the cave are many formations that resemble various objects, such as animals, people, and of course ordinary stalagmites and stalactites. Most of the relics are labeled (in Spanish) and will be identified by your guide.

Getting there: take the main road through Santa Elena, turn left at the end of the road and follow signs; it is clearly marked; from the causeway in Flores, it is a 30#minute walk, or taxis are available for Q20
Price: Q15 (including guide)
Website: actunkan.propeten.org (opens in a new tab)

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