Belize City to Xunantunich Mayan Ruins
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Belize City to Xunantunich Mayan Ruins
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Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 2-80, max of 8 per group
Duration: 6–8 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance Fees
- Entry/Admission - Xunantunich
What's not included- Gratuities
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We pick up from hotel or port within Belize city such as the water taxi. Please note that pick up time is subject to change due to traffic or delays picking up other guests.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Philip S.W. Goldson Intl Airport, Belize City Belize
- Belize City Municipal Airport, Belize City Belize
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Belize Water Taxi
- Fort Street Tourism Village
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 151558P14- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Please disclose honestly all pre-existing relevant medical conditions accurately and fully when booking a tour or service, which may impact your ability to participate or travel to remote areas without access to medical facilities or may adversely affect the experience of others on your tour. We will maintain your information in accordance to the company privacy policy.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 151558P14
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Itinerary
- 1Our driver and guide will meet you at your location for pick up. Once all passengers have boarded we then embark on our trek from low flat land to the beautiful hills. As the elevation increases you will get to see the Maya Mountains from a distance and the change in vegetation from savanna to tropical jungle. The drive takes approximately 2.5 hours in which we get to venture through the Twin Towns of San Ignacio and Elena as we make our way closer to the hand crank ferry. Once, we arrive to the ferry we will be hand cranked across the beautiful green Mopan river which we then drive for another 5 minutes to our destination. Once we arrive to the archaeological reserve of Xunantunich the guide will take you to explore the ancient wonders of the site. You will have the opportunity to climb the El Castillo temple which is approximately 130 feet tall. From here you will be able to see Guatemala the one of the neighboring countries with Belize. As you trek along the site you might run into some wildlife as this site is surrounding by jungle. You might get a glimpse of monkeys, birds, spiders and much more. After we finish the site tour, we will enjoy a picnic of local cuisine and then make our way back to Belize city.
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- 896kentr0 contributionsTukan shuttles in BelizeWe used Tukan shuttles to take us from the ferry in Belize city to our hotel in San Ignacio and used them to take us from our hotel in San Ignacio to tour the ruins at Tikal. They also took us back to the airport. They were on time, reliable and friendly. Our driver to and from the border, Rudy, was very knowable. He filled us in on much we did not pick up in Tikal. I highly recommend them as someone to use in Belize. We very much appreciate their service.Written December 4, 2024
- Lili A0 contributionsBelizean JungleHad such an amazing time zip-lining and cave tubing in Belize! Flying high above the Belizean jungle was amazing. It was an unforgettable experience with breathtaking views and endless thrills. The service was beyond incredible—everyone was so friendly, professional, and made sure we felt safe and comfortable throughout the adventure. I definitely recommend this for all you adventure lovers!Written December 1, 2024
- Lee G0 contributionsBarton CreekThe scenery around the creek was beautiful and the cave was dark, interesting and even had human remains from ancient Mayan sacrifices. There were lots of bats but they kept their distance. Rudy gave an amazing tour. He had an advanced knowledge of Mayan history, culture, and traditions. He even told the story of the Popol Vuh, the Mayan creation story of the two twins. He was great. Try to get Rudy as your guide, if possible.Written November 11, 2024
- 944madisonp0 contributionsEpic Experience in a Beautiful PlaceMy brothers and I had an awesome experience! Our guide Dora went above and beyond. We had an amazing time floating down the river in the canoes and Dora was fantastic with showing us interesting formations important to the Maya and also giving us the history behind the cave and how it was used by the Mayans for their practices and rituals. The cave and lagoon itself was breathtakingly beautiful; the water a beautiful turquoise and the cave so awe-inspiring. I loved when we turned off our lights and went quiet for a couple minutes…I have never experienced such darkness before. It was super rad. And it was so quiet except for the drips of water and the occasional squeak of the bats. Truly a one of a kind experience. I would totally go again!Written August 8, 2024
- johnfS3759KU0 contributionsDisappointed with Caracol tour.This Mayan site sounded really interesting when we researched it. The Caracol Mayans had a really good history. However, we were a little disappointed. The drive to the site from San Ignacio was not pleasant. The Belizean government is constructing a new road to the site and caused our driver to drive over unfinished limestone, which was very rough. I'm sure once the road is finished, it will be a nice ride. At the site, the ruins were OK, but only about 15% of the site is visible. The only thing that make the tour good was our guide, Rudy. He was very nice and knowledgeable about the Mayan history. Probably would not recommend the tour to Caracol.Written May 16, 2024
- nancec20180 contributionsWonderful day at the ruinsRudy was a phenomenal guide— So knowledgeable, helpful, encouraging, and entertaining. We had a very memorable experience with Rudy at the caracol ruins today. It was worth every penny! Lunch was provided (a delicious traditional belizean chicken, beans, and rice) It was a really great day.Written April 28, 2024
- Chessi H0 contributionsMagnificent Mayan adventureWe were picked up by a friendly and professional crew that helped our small group cross the border (4 Travellers, us two and one other pair travelling). From here we were introduced to our Guatemalan driver (Rudi) and guide (Luís). We stopped for some free coffee, a spot of shopping and some interesting facts about the local area, fauna and a 3D map of Tikal where our guides also picked up our tickets to facilitate our speedy entry into the park. We saw lots of local wildlife including toucans, spider monkeys, wild turkeys, parrots, agouti, tarantula, caoti and various other birds. The tour encompassed many of the temples within Tikal and several climbs to beautiful views, these were interspersed with interesting facts and local or Mayan opinion from our guide. Lunch was a little late at 3:00-3:30. Which wasn’t actually a problem for the day but we had booked a dinner in the evening which we were too full to properly enjoy. I may have booked a later dinner had I known we were likely to be eating late in advance. That said, the food at restaurante Gonzalez was very good and we thoroughly enjoyed it.Written April 22, 2024
- Explorer8220390 contributionsA must see!Barton Creek was a great experience! Highly recommended! We had a guide drive us (totally needed) over very bumpy roads and through the creek. The land around the cave entrance is manicured, and there are signs indicating certain plants and trees. There is a very comfortable bathroom close by. The entrance to the cave is picturesque! The water was perfectly still. It was 73 degrees in the cave... not cold. The guide paddled us through the cave and expertly explained what we were seeing. There was a human skull and ancient pottery. We also saw blind catfish, not to mention the beautiful stalagmites! Some parts of the cave had a ceiling that appeared to be 40 feet tall. In other parts we had to duck. If you can walk short distances and get in and out of a canoe, you can do this excursion. So glad we did it!Written April 2, 2024
- Gina G0 contributionsI wasn't expecting such beautiful terrain with pine trees and rushing water coming down stream. Very peaceful & natural park resA surprise visit to these mountains ⛰️. I originally did not have this visit planned. It had beautiful and breathtaking views.Written March 3, 2024
- LindenHills0 contributionsAmazing Cave tour!We arrived late in the day after a somewhat adventurous drive to Barton Creek that included two river crossings-shallow water but still a little unnerving. We didn’t realize that the only cave guides on site were available from Mikes Adventure tours. They kindly gave us a guide - Alex has been doing these tours at Mikes for 11 years. We paid 75USD pp and had a wonderful hourlong tour of the Cave. it is spectacular and the history is tied to Mayan cultures. Some of the rituals and sacrifices are a bit grisly but it’s an amazing piece of history. And the cave itself is a natural wonder.Written February 24, 2024
- frankkQ4614XE0 contributionsMountain, cave and river tourAbsolutely fantastic trip to see the caves and waterfall. Rudy, our tour guide, was incredibly knowledgeable in every aspect of this trip and truly a great host. Highly recommend this trip.Written February 22, 2024
- chellettep20220 contributionsExcellentOutstanding tour. Knowledgeable guide. Exciting, fun, historical. We would do this tour again, hands-down. Great time.Written February 18, 2024
- jonnab4530 contributionsCaracol Maya Ruins and Rio Pool TourHad an amazing time visiting the Caracol Ruins and our guide Neil was so knowledgeable about the history of the Mayan culture and the Spanish Inquisition! Additionally, he brought authentic food for our lunch which was delicious. After seeing the ruins, we spent some time at the Rio pools. Absolutely recommend this tour and we look forward to bringing our kids here in the future!Written February 9, 2024
- annekeruysphoto0 contributionsUnforgettable jungle experience in BelizeAn unforgettable experience in the jungles of Belize. The arrival to the ruins is magical. You'll find yourself in lush Maya jungles amidst ruins that transport you to ancient timesWritten February 4, 2024
- samcX3299SW0 contributionsGreat shuttle at fair priceExcellent shuttle to the airport from San Ignacio. Good value. Nice driver and vehicle to shuttle to airport. Easy booking.Written February 3, 2024
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Bradley S
Houston, TX2 contributions
Rudy was awesome .. the best. He was thorough with the history. Was obviously well versed in local culture and history. Took us to a great local restaurant with authentic foods.
Really was the highlight of our trip. Thank you !!
Really was the highlight of our trip. Thank you !!
Written February 10, 2020
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Hi Bradley,
It was our pleasure, we enjoy sharing with our guests Belize culture, history and food.
We hope you visit soon.
Regards,
Celine
Written February 11, 2020
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I will be staying in San Pedro. Is this tour available for people staying there? I am a solo traveler, can I be included in a group? I can´t do private tours as those are more expensive.
Written July 31, 2022
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