Itzel, a young girl of Mayan descent, goes on a camping trip with her father deep in the jungle. As they stargaze together, Itzel's curiosity leads her to wander off and explore the surrounding area. While wandering, she discovers a Jaguar in captivity and, without hesitation, frees the majestic animal. Their escape is short-lived as a furious poacher begins to pursue them. Itzel runs for her life, and in the process, she stumbles upon a mysterious lost Mayan city called Balam.