BELIZE ADVENTURES
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ACTUN TUNICHIL MUKNAL
(ATM CAVE)
The ATM Cave is recognized as one of the top 10 caves in the world by National Geographic. The tour begins with a scenic hour-long drive from San Ignacio to the parking lot, passing tree farms. After gearing up, you'll jump into the river for your first of three crossings.
A 40-minute walk leads to the cave entrance, followed by a short swim. Inside, you'll explore the underground, where you'll see carved stelae and, after a climb, reach the dry chamber. Your guide will share histories of the inhabitants, including the famous "Crystal Maiden," an ancient sacrificial victim.
Full Day Tour: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Attire: Shorts, t-shirt/tank top (swimsuit only is not allowed), closed-toe shoes, socks, dry clothes, towels. Cameras/cellphones are not permitted.
Included: Lunch & Entrance fee
Price: $130 per person
XUNANTUNICH
Travel to the village of San Jose Succotz and take a hand-cranked ferry across the Mopan River to Xunantunich (Maiden of the Rock). Flourishing during the Classic period, Xunantunich remained significant until around AD 1000. The site features five main plazas, with three visible to visitors today. El Castillo, the tallest structure at over 120 feet, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Mopan and Belize River valleys, and Guatemala to the west. You'll also see two unique restored stucco friezes. The visitor center and small museum are noteworthy, and local restaurants serve authentic cuisine.
Half Day Tour: 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Attire: Cool clothing, bug spray, sunscreen, tennis/hiking shoes
Included: Entrance fee
Price: $100 per person
CARACOL & MOUNTAIN PINE RIDGE
Located on the Vaca Plateau in the Chiquibul Forest Reserve, Caracol is the largest Mayan site in Belize, rediscovered in 1936. Covering over 80 square miles and once supporting over 150,000 people, its high elevation of 1,600 feet and lack of nearby water sources remains a mystery. The site features valuable resources like hard stone and copal.
Central to Caracol is the towering Caana (Sky Palace), now fully restored at over 135 feet, offering stunning panoramic views. The drive to the site sometimes reveals wildlife such as tapirs, jaguars, and ocelots. The area is rich in biodiversity, including rare birds and various wildlife. The day also includes visits to the Rio Frio Caves and a refreshing swim at the Rio On Pools.
Full Day Tour: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Attire: Cool clothing, bug spray, sunscreen, tennis/hiking shoes, swimwear, towels
Included: Lunch & Entrance fee
Price: $135 per person
TIKAL GUATEMALA
Renowned for its breathtaking beauty, Tikal features five towering monolithic temples, with Temple IV reaching nearly 230 feet. The site, home to a population of nearly 100,000, showcases plazas, stelae, and ball courts, reflecting its rich history. During the Classic Period (AD 250), Tikal competed with Uaxactun and Calakmul but was dominated by Caracol and Calakmul from AD 562 to AD 682. It later thrived again under Lord Ah Cacau, maintaining regional dominance into the 9th century. Today, Tikal is celebrated as an archaeological wonder, nestled within Tikal National Park, a paradise for birders and nature lovers.
This full-day tour departs San Ignacio and returns by 4/5 PM, with opportunities to shop for souvenirs on the way back.
Full Day Tour: 7 am - 5 pm
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Attire: Cool clothing, bug spray, sunscreen, tennis/hiking shoes
Included: Local lunch, Entrance fee, Transfer
Border crossing fee: US $20 per person, covered directly by the guest.
Price: $145 per person
BARTON CREEK CAVES
Enjoy an exciting canoe trip nearly two miles into a remote cave once utilized by the ancient Mayas for burials and ceremonies. This easy half-day tour requires little hiking. Float through the cave, admiring the ceiling's stalactites and stalagmites, and observe Mayan pottery shards and bones using your guide's spotlight, including a juvenile skull on a ledge. Optional swimming is available at the cave's entrance.
Half Day Tour: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Difficulty Level: Easy
Attire: Cool clothing, sandals, bug repellent. Optional: Swimwear, towels
Included: Entrance fee
Price: $100 per person
CRYSTAL CAVE
Crystal Cave (or Mountain Cow Cave) is located in St. Herman's Blue Hole National Park, about 1.5 hours from San Ignacio. Upon arrival, you'll receive helmets and headlights before starting a one-hour hike that includes an easy warm-up followed by a vigorous uphill climb. Good hiking boots are essential as the trail can be muddy.
The cave features a steep descent and some rappelling to reach its belly. You'll explore for about 1.5 hours, encountering stalactites, stalagmites, scattered pottery, bone fragments, and a collapsed skull. After a break in a large chamber, you can continue to "Wonderland," where you'll see stunning crystalline formations. Shoes must be removed before entering this area.
Once back, enjoy a few moments of silence in total darkness. After the tour, change into clean clothes and have lunch or swim at the Inland Blue Hole. Note: This tour is not recommended for children.
Full Day Tour: 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Level of Difficulty: Difficult (physically demanding)
Attire: Long pants, t-shirt, socks, tennis shoes/hiking boots, swimwear, change of dry clothes, towels, bug repellent
Included: Lunch & Entrance fee
Price: $145 per perso
PONTOON BOAT TOUR
This tour begins with a scenic 1.5-hour drive on a hilly dirt road to board the pontoon boat. Enjoy a relaxed day floating down the Macal River, surrounded by towering hills and lush greenery. Explore waterfalls, take memorable photos, and swim in the warm waters. Experience the thrill of rope swings or ride on inner tubes. A hearty BBQ lunch is served on board, making this adventure perfect for everyone.
Full Day Tour: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Attire: Cool clothing, sandals, bug repellent, sunblock, change of dry clothes, towels
Included: Lunch
Price: $130 per person
CAVE TUBING AT NO HOTCH CHE’EN
Belize's top shore activity for cruise ship visitors. To avoid crowds, we recommend an early start. After a short drive to the Reserve, enjoy a 40-minute easy jungle walk to the tubing starting point. Each participant receives a tube, headlamp, and life vest. The float features interconnected caves and open river sections flanked by jungle.
Half Day Tour: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Level of Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Attire: Swim shorts, t-shirt, dry clothes, swimsuit, towels, sandals/Tevas, sunblock, bug repellent
Included: Lunch, Entrance fee, Equipment
Price: $135 per person