Posts in March 18, 2021

  Great ATM CAVE guide - Excellent communicator, gave directions for this somewhat challenging tour with swimming in the cave, boulder climbing. He made it fun

  Outstanding Eco Tour guide!  - Jamie (Jam Jam) is an outstanding eco tour guide. We went with 7 family members to the ATM cave March 2024. He was deeply knowledgeable of Mayan culture and... read more mythology, local ecology and guided the complex physical adventure with safety and clarity. He blends authentic culturally response knowledge with humble humor. He was kind, funny and fun. My brother was an eco kayak guide on the Maine coast so our expectations were high. Jam Jam exceeded them. He was skilled with adults and children and personalized our time to our specific questions and passions. You would be lucky to have a day with this skilled eco guide.

  Just … WOW!!  - We toured the ATM cave with Jamir TODAY and just couldn’t wait to write a review and sing his praises.

Jamir's expertise extended beyond just guiding us through the... read more cave; he seemed intimately acquainted with every nook, ensuring our journey was both safe and exhilarating. His depth of knowledge about the Mayan culture and the cave's historical significance made the tour more than just a sightseeing trip—it was a captivating lesson brought to life. As an educator myself, I appreciated how effortlessly he made complex history easy to digest and remember, infusing it with humor and enthusiasm. His 20 years of experience were evident in his seamless storytelling and the way he navigated the cave with finesse.

Jamir's tour wasn't just informative—it was entertaining! His wit and humor added an extra layer of enjoyment, making it easy to engage and converse with him throughout the journey. It felt like exploring the cave with a knowledgeable friend rather than a traditional guide. His warmth and approachability created an atmosphere where questions flowed freely, and conversations were filled with laughter and insight.

His expertise extended beyond the cave; he was a treasure trove of information about the entire nature reserve. It was evident that he had a deep connection and profound knowledge of the area, making our experience even more enriching. My husband and I felt privileged to be a part of Jamir's group; his guidance truly elevated our entire visit to a whole new level.

Moreover, the lunch he provided was a true taste of Belizean authenticity. The flavors of the chicken, rice & beans, plantains, and freshly made tortillas lingers as a highlight of our trip. It was a culinary experience far superior to the more tourist-oriented options we’ve encountered so far in Belize . Jamir's tour was a perfect blend of adventure, education, and cultural immersion, setting the standard for exceptional guiding experiences.

We can’t thank you enough. Until next time, amigo. 🤙🏼

-Jacqueline and Josh from Jersey

  Awesome tour and guide  - We did the ATM tour in December 2018 and still talk about how amazing it was. Especially because of Jam Jam! He is an amazing tour guide! We can’t recommend... read more this tour and especially with him enough! He got us into the cave before any of the other groups and so we were able to enjoy the cave in a more private setting. Thank you again for an amazing experience!

  An ATM Cave White Glove Experience  - Jamir Zuniga, owner of JamJam, took me and my partner on a private tour of the ATM cave in October. I can't say enough about our experience. First,... read more the cave is a must-see experience - please go. Jamir was extremely well versed in the Mayan tradition and knew every turn and artifact in the cave. While there were other groups on tour that day it felt very personal as if we were the only people there. Jamir was funny and interesting, and spoke perfect English. During the walk Jamir answered so many more of our questions about Belize government and culture. I can't recommend Jamir enough.

  Best ATM guide  - If you will visit the ATM cave (and you should), you must go with this guide. Jam Jam (Jamir) is the most knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and safest tour guide... read more we encountered on our trip to Belize. He knew where every rock/pitfall was located and made sure to tell us so as to avoid unexpected scrapes and bruises. He have us a tremendous amount of local and Mayan history. Overall, he made our day a blast. To top it off, his provided lunch was the best chicken and rice we had in our 2 week trip to Belize (and we had a lot)!

  On time, very knowledgeable (20 plus years of experience), and shows enthusiasm for teaching about Mayan history and the ATM cave.

  We were so excited to explore the ATM Cave with Jamir (JamJam) today. He was interesting and detailed in his explanation of the Mayan history and their religious beliefs. He... read more was incredibly helpful and patient with our 2 children (ages 10 & 11) who also really enjoyed the adventure! My favorite bit was the enormous ceilings of stalactites and the final narrow passageways on the return journey.
Plus, Mr Walter (?), our driver served an incredible feast of BBQ chicken, rice, beans & tortillas for lunch!
My only wish - that I'd known to book Jamir directly through his OWN Jam Jam tours!
Also, in May, the water level on the stream crossing was lower so it was easy to walk across at all 3 crossings. You should expect some swimming and waist-shoulder deep water at some points inside the cave. We wore water shoes & swim suits plus carried long-sleeved water shirts that we could wear if cold/ as sun protection on the hike back.

  Jam Jam's ATM cave tour was highly informative, fun and engaging. He also gauged the swimming/caving skill level of the group and let us an alternate way back to the... read more cave entrance/exit. So our return through was filled with fun shimmying around through some narrow water filled passages. Our group of friends were jokesters and Jam Jam expertly went with the flow :D and threw jokes back! We had our driver Nestor (also certified to do the tour) helping bring up the rear of the group. I highly appreciated the care both Jam Jam and Nestor took in making sure I did not fall, slip or sprain anything during the tour. Highly recommend doing this tour, it was unanimously agreed upon with my friends that this was the highlight of the Belize trip! …

  Jam Jam's ATM cave tour was highly informative, fun and engaging. He also gauged the swimming/caving skill level of the group and let us an alternate way back to the... read more cave entrance/exit. So our return through was filled with fun shimmying around through some narrow water filled passages. Our group of friends were jokesters and Jam Jam expertly went with the flow :D and threw jokes back!
We had our driver Nestor (also certified to do the tour) helping bring up the rear of the group. I highly appreciated the care both Jam Jam and Nestor took in making sure I did not fall, slip or sprain anything during the tour.

Highly recommend doing this tour, it was unanimously agreed upon with my friends that this was the highlight of the Belize trip!

  Jam jam was a fantastic guide. He was funny, personable and so knowledgable about Belize, it's history, culture, and landscape. He brought the Mayans to life as we traversed the... read more cave! It is by far one of the most amazing and beautiful places I have been. I can't recommend this tour or Jam jam enough! It was a phenomenal experience!

  Jam jam was a fantastic guide. He was funny, personable and so knowledgable about Belize, it's history, culture, and landscape. He brought the Mayans to life as we traversed the... read more cave! It is by far one of the most amazing and beautiful places I have been. I can't recommend this tour or Jam jam enough! It was a phenomenal experience! …

  Jam jam was by far the best tour guide I have ever had. He was extremely knowledgeable about the... read more

  Jam jam was by far the best tour guide I have ever had. He was extremely knowledgeable about the flora, fauna, and animals of the region. He took us into... read more the caves and turned into a masterful storyteller. He was able to teach us about Mayan culture while keeping us laughing.

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal... read more

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal guide who brought the history of this extraordinary cave to life and... read more made sure our experience there was perfect.

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal guide who brought the history of this extraordinary cave to life and... read more made sure our experience there was perfect.

  Jam jam was by far the best tour guide I have ever had. He was extremely knowledgeable about the flora, fauna, and animals of the region. He took us into... read more the caves and turned into a masterful storyteller. He was able to teach us about Mayan culture while keeping us laughing.

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal guide who brought the history of this extraordinary cave to life and... read more made sure our experience there was perfect.

  Jam jam delivered an incredible tour of ATM cave. We really like the more adventurous route through experiences and he made sure we got that. We got to climb through... read more the cave, flow down rapids, go through some pretty tight slots, and do some parts with little/no light. His education of Belize, the land, and the Mayans was clearly expert level too.

This is a must do experience!

  Jam jam delivered an incredible tour of ATM cave. We really like the more adventurous route through experiences and he made sure we got that. We got to climb through... read more the cave, flow down rapids, go through some pretty tight slots, and do some parts with little/no light. His education of Belize, the land, and the Mayans was clearly expert level too. This is a must do experience! …

  Note: JamJam is amazing - definitely book a tour with him if you can! After spending a ridiculous amount of money to book the ATM cave tour, I was unbelievably... read more dissatisfied with the service from the tour company we used. However, their saving grace was...More

  I have never written a review before but felt compelled to recommend Jam Jam as he was such a great guide to the ATM cave. He was funny, informative, and... read more answered all of our questions thoroughly. He didn't rush through the cave as we saw...More

  If you like profanity, off colored remarks and excruciatingly detailed commentary, Jamir is your man! The cave itself was great.

  If you like profanity, off colored remarks and excruciatingly detailed commentary, Jamir is your man! The cave itself was great.

  We visited the ATM cave with Jam Jam as our guide and he was excellent!!! He was informative, entertaining and we felt very safe and taken care of. Our teenage... read more kids really enjoyed him and he made the Mayan stories come to life. We took...More

  Jamir aka "Jam Jam" was fantastic! What a wonderful experience. We decided to tour the cave while on a family vacation and we are so glad we had Jamir as... read more our tour guide. He was friendly and very knowledgeable about not only the caves, but...More

  My family explored the ATM caves with Jam Jam Tour Company and had an amazing adventure. Jamir is exceptionally knowledgeable about the cave and landscape and Mayan history. ... read more He is patient and kind and funny and an absolute professional. We traveled with 3 kids who ranged in ages from 10-14 and Jamir encouraged their curiosity and adventurous spirits while keeping all of us safe and engaged. The cave is spectacular - like nothing we had ever seen - and every member of our family had fun and was in awe. We were the first ones to arrive at ATM cave that day and were therefore able to avoid the crowds. Jamir had all the gear and expertise that we needed for a fantastic experience. It was a pleasure spending the day with Jamir and I highly recommend booking this adventure with Jam Jam Tours.

  My family explored the ATM caves with Jam Jam Tour Company and had an amazing adventure. Jamir is exceptionally knowledgeable about the cave and landscape and Mayan history. He is... read more patient and kind and funny and an absolute professional. We traveled with 3 kids who...More

  Jamir aka "Jam Jam" was fantastic! What a wonderful experience. We decided to tour the cave while on a family vacation and we are so glad we had Jamir as... read more our tour guide. He was friendly and very knowledgeable about not only the caves, but...More

  Great ATM CAVE guide - Excellent communicator, gave directions for this somewhat challenging tour with swimming in the cave, boulder climbing. He made it fun

  Outstanding Eco Tour guide!  - Jamie (Jam Jam) is an outstanding eco tour guide. We went with 7 family members to the ATM cave March 2024. He was deeply knowledgeable of Mayan culture and... read more mythology, local ecology and guided the complex physical adventure with safety and clarity. He blends authentic culturally response knowledge with humble humor. He was kind, funny and fun. My brother was an eco kayak guide on the Maine coast so our expectations were high. Jam Jam exceeded them. He was skilled with adults and children and personalized our time to our specific questions and passions. You would be lucky to have a day with this skilled eco guide.

  Just … WOW!!  - We toured the ATM cave with Jamir TODAY and just couldn’t wait to write a review and sing his praises.

Jamir's expertise extended beyond just guiding us through the... read more cave; he seemed intimately acquainted with every nook, ensuring our journey was both safe and exhilarating. His depth of knowledge about the Mayan culture and the cave's historical significance made the tour more than just a sightseeing trip—it was a captivating lesson brought to life. As an educator myself, I appreciated how effortlessly he made complex history easy to digest and remember, infusing it with humor and enthusiasm. His 20 years of experience were evident in his seamless storytelling and the way he navigated the cave with finesse.

Jamir's tour wasn't just informative—it was entertaining! His wit and humor added an extra layer of enjoyment, making it easy to engage and converse with him throughout the journey. It felt like exploring the cave with a knowledgeable friend rather than a traditional guide. His warmth and approachability created an atmosphere where questions flowed freely, and conversations were filled with laughter and insight.

His expertise extended beyond the cave; he was a treasure trove of information about the entire nature reserve. It was evident that he had a deep connection and profound knowledge of the area, making our experience even more enriching. My husband and I felt privileged to be a part of Jamir's group; his guidance truly elevated our entire visit to a whole new level.

Moreover, the lunch he provided was a true taste of Belizean authenticity. The flavors of the chicken, rice & beans, plantains, and freshly made tortillas lingers as a highlight of our trip. It was a culinary experience far superior to the more tourist-oriented options we’ve encountered so far in Belize . Jamir's tour was a perfect blend of adventure, education, and cultural immersion, setting the standard for exceptional guiding experiences.

We can’t thank you enough. Until next time, amigo. 🤙🏼

-Jacqueline and Josh from Jersey

  Awesome tour and guide  - We did the ATM tour in December 2018 and still talk about how amazing it was. Especially because of Jam Jam! He is an amazing tour guide! We can’t recommend... read more this tour and especially with him enough! He got us into the cave before any of the other groups and so we were able to enjoy the cave in a more private setting. Thank you again for an amazing experience!

  An ATM Cave White Glove Experience  - Jamir Zuniga, owner of JamJam, took me and my partner on a private tour of the ATM cave in October. I can't say enough about our experience. First,... read more the cave is a must-see experience - please go. Jamir was extremely well versed in the Mayan tradition and knew every turn and artifact in the cave. While there were other groups on tour that day it felt very personal as if we were the only people there. Jamir was funny and interesting, and spoke perfect English. During the walk Jamir answered so many more of our questions about Belize government and culture. I can't recommend Jamir enough.

  Best ATM guide  - If you will visit the ATM cave (and you should), you must go with this guide. Jam Jam (Jamir) is the most knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and safest tour guide... read more we encountered on our trip to Belize. He knew where every rock/pitfall was located and made sure to tell us so as to avoid unexpected scrapes and bruises. He have us a tremendous amount of local and Mayan history. Overall, he made our day a blast. To top it off, his provided lunch was the best chicken and rice we had in our 2 week trip to Belize (and we had a lot)!

  On time, very knowledgeable (20 plus years of experience), and shows enthusiasm for teaching about Mayan history and the ATM cave.

  We were so excited to explore the ATM Cave with Jamir (JamJam) today. He was interesting and detailed in his explanation of the Mayan history and their religious beliefs. He... read more was incredibly helpful and patient with our 2 children (ages 10 & 11) who also really enjoyed the adventure! My favorite bit was the enormous ceilings of stalactites and the final narrow passageways on the return journey.
Plus, Mr Walter (?), our driver served an incredible feast of BBQ chicken, rice, beans & tortillas for lunch!
My only wish - that I'd known to book Jamir directly through his OWN Jam Jam tours!
Also, in May, the water level on the stream crossing was lower so it was easy to walk across at all 3 crossings. You should expect some swimming and waist-shoulder deep water at some points inside the cave. We wore water shoes & swim suits plus carried long-sleeved water shirts that we could wear if cold/ as sun protection on the hike back.

  Jam Jam's ATM cave tour was highly informative, fun and engaging. He also gauged the swimming/caving skill level of the group and let us an alternate way back to the... read more cave entrance/exit. So our return through was filled with fun shimmying around through some narrow water filled passages. Our group of friends were jokesters and Jam Jam expertly went with the flow :D and threw jokes back! We had our driver Nestor (also certified to do the tour) helping bring up the rear of the group. I highly appreciated the care both Jam Jam and Nestor took in making sure I did not fall, slip or sprain anything during the tour. Highly recommend doing this tour, it was unanimously agreed upon with my friends that this was the highlight of the Belize trip! …

  Jam Jam's ATM cave tour was highly informative, fun and engaging. He also gauged the swimming/caving skill level of the group and let us an alternate way back to the... read more cave entrance/exit. So our return through was filled with fun shimmying around through some narrow water filled passages. Our group of friends were jokesters and Jam Jam expertly went with the flow :D and threw jokes back!
We had our driver Nestor (also certified to do the tour) helping bring up the rear of the group. I highly appreciated the care both Jam Jam and Nestor took in making sure I did not fall, slip or sprain anything during the tour.

Highly recommend doing this tour, it was unanimously agreed upon with my friends that this was the highlight of the Belize trip!

  Jam jam was a fantastic guide. He was funny, personable and so knowledgable about Belize, it's history, culture, and landscape. He brought the Mayans to life as we traversed the... read more cave! It is by far one of the most amazing and beautiful places I have been. I can't recommend this tour or Jam jam enough! It was a phenomenal experience!

  Jam jam was a fantastic guide. He was funny, personable and so knowledgable about Belize, it's history, culture, and landscape. He brought the Mayans to life as we traversed the... read more cave! It is by far one of the most amazing and beautiful places I have been. I can't recommend this tour or Jam jam enough! It was a phenomenal experience! …

  Jam jam was by far the best tour guide I have ever had. He was extremely knowledgeable about the... read more

  Jam jam was by far the best tour guide I have ever had. He was extremely knowledgeable about the flora, fauna, and animals of the region. He took us into... read more the caves and turned into a masterful storyteller. He was able to teach us about Mayan culture while keeping us laughing.

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal... read more

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal guide who brought the history of this extraordinary cave to life and... read more made sure our experience there was perfect.

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal guide who brought the history of this extraordinary cave to life and... read more made sure our experience there was perfect.

  Jam jam was by far the best tour guide I have ever had. He was extremely knowledgeable about the flora, fauna, and animals of the region. He took us into... read more the caves and turned into a masterful storyteller. He was able to teach us about Mayan culture while keeping us laughing.

  We were excited about the ATM tour and Jam Jam even surpassed our expectations. He was a phenomenal guide who brought the history of this extraordinary cave to life and... read more made sure our experience there was perfect.

  Jam jam delivered an incredible tour of ATM cave. We really like the more adventurous route through experiences and he made sure we got that. We got to climb through... read more the cave, flow down rapids, go through some pretty tight slots, and do some parts with little/no light. His education of Belize, the land, and the Mayans was clearly expert level too.

This is a must do experience!

  Jam jam delivered an incredible tour of ATM cave. We really like the more adventurous route through experiences and he made sure we got that. We got to climb through... read more the cave, flow down rapids, go through some pretty tight slots, and do some parts with little/no light. His education of Belize, the land, and the Mayans was clearly expert level too. This is a must do experience! …

  Note: JamJam is amazing - definitely book a tour with him if you can! After spending a ridiculous amount of money to book the ATM cave tour, I was unbelievably... read more dissatisfied with the service from the tour company we used. However, their saving grace was...More

  I have never written a review before but felt compelled to recommend Jam Jam as he was such a great guide to the ATM cave. He was funny, informative, and... read more answered all of our questions thoroughly. He didn't rush through the cave as we saw...More

  If you like profanity, off colored remarks and excruciatingly detailed commentary, Jamir is your man! The cave itself was great.

  If you like profanity, off colored remarks and excruciatingly detailed commentary, Jamir is your man! The cave itself was great.

  We visited the ATM cave with Jam Jam as our guide and he was excellent!!! He was informative, entertaining and we felt very safe and taken care of. Our teenage... read more kids really enjoyed him and he made the Mayan stories come to life. We took...More

  Jamir aka "Jam Jam" was fantastic! What a wonderful experience. We decided to tour the cave while on a family vacation and we are so glad we had Jamir as... read more our tour guide. He was friendly and very knowledgeable about not only the caves, but...More

  My family explored the ATM caves with Jam Jam Tour Company and had an amazing adventure. Jamir is exceptionally knowledgeable about the cave and landscape and Mayan history. ... read more He is patient and kind and funny and an absolute professional. We traveled with 3 kids who ranged in ages from 10-14 and Jamir encouraged their curiosity and adventurous spirits while keeping all of us safe and engaged. The cave is spectacular - like nothing we had ever seen - and every member of our family had fun and was in awe. We were the first ones to arrive at ATM cave that day and were therefore able to avoid the crowds. Jamir had all the gear and expertise that we needed for a fantastic experience. It was a pleasure spending the day with Jamir and I highly recommend booking this adventure with Jam Jam Tours.

  My family explored the ATM caves with Jam Jam Tour Company and had an amazing adventure. Jamir is exceptionally knowledgeable about the cave and landscape and Mayan history. He is... read more patient and kind and funny and an absolute professional. We traveled with 3 kids who...More

  Jamir aka "Jam Jam" was fantastic! What a wonderful experience. We decided to tour the cave while on a family vacation and we are so glad we had Jamir as... read more our tour guide. He was friendly and very knowledgeable about not only the caves, but...More