Top Belize City Archaeology Tours

Visit the ancient Mayan site of Altun Ha with this tour from Belize City. Your driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to the ancient archaeological site, where you'll visit the on-site museum and explore the ruins as you learn about ancient Mayan culture.

Explore the ancient Mayan ruins at Lamanai—and leave the navigation and logistics to someone else—on this day-trip from Belize City that includes a scenic boat ride. Following hotel or port pickup, head to New River for a jungle boat ride to spot monkeys, crocodiles, birds, and more. Next, enjoy a buffet lunch of Belizean classics. Finally, follow your guide through the jungle and into the intricate Lamanai temples.

Visit Xunantunich, one of Belize’s most impressive Maya sites, famous for its towering structures and Belize’s largest royal tomb discovered in 2016. Begin in San Jose Succotz, crossing the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry. Explore El Castillo, a 130-foot pyramid offering panoramic jungle views and glimpses of Guatemala. Watch for howler monkeys and learn the story behind the name “Stone Woman” from local legend. After the ruins, visit San Ignacio Market to browse fresh produce, crafts, and spices, then explore downtown San Ignacio, enjoying its vibrant streets, cafés, shops, and authentic Belizean culture.

Learn about Belize's animal life and its ancient history on this tour. You'll start with a guided visit to Altun Ha, where you'll learn about how Mayans lived as you check out exceptionally well-preserved ruins. You'll then visit the Black Howler Monkey Sanctuary for a hike through a patch of jungle where many of these creatures live. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

This shore excursion begins with boarding an air-conditioned van for a 44 miles ride to Jaguar Paw. You will have an unforgettable experience there as you soar through a portion of Belize's untouched forest on six different zip line runs. Then take a 25-minute walk deep into the forest to the cave entrance known as "Xibalba," the underworld of the Mayan civilization, where you will get on your tube for a fantastic journey on a lazy river that takes through a cave which is ¾ of a mile long looking at the formations and listening to the history of how the Mayans utilizes the cave. On this excursion, you have the chance to encounter many of the birds and animal that calls the forest home. So keep an eye out. You never know.

Explore the history of Belize CIty on a personalized tour. See historical points of interest such as Mayan temples, a lighthouse, Ladyville, and King’s Park, an affluent area where many doctors, lawyers, politicians, and other influential residents live. Drive through the local neighborhoods, visit natural areas, and enjoy free time to shop or relax at the the archeological site of Altun Ha.

Explore one of the world’s most-visited Mayan sites at your own pace on a private tour that lets you dive deeper into the history of the Xunantunich ruins. Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a private guide means that you’ll have ample time to ask questions as can tailor your itinerary to only cover the areas that most interest you. Plus, your guide puts the 26 different temples into context with commentary.

Learn about the history of the Mayan people and their way of life on this all-day guided tour from Belize City. Explore the climbable temples at Altun Ha, the closest archeological site to Belize City, before going on a relaxing cave tubing adventure. The cave system represents the Mayan underworld, offering another perspective on the culture.

Bring some adventure to your Belize vacation or cruise ship stopover with a cave kayaking tour from Belize City to Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve. Feel safe and secure in a hard-shelled sit-on-top kayak as you paddle your way around the Caves Branch River with a guide. You’ll also get to explore Belize City with your guide, stopping for lunch (own expense) along the way.

Snorkel among the vibrant coral gardens of the world’s second-largest barrier reef on a day trip from Belize City. Cruise across the cool blue Caribbean to a spot with shallow depths and clear waters, ideal for admiring colorful sea fans, finger coral, and sponges teeming with fish. At a second stop, dive into waters churning with throngs of (harmless) nurse sharks and sting rays, and then reward your bravery with rum punch and a beach break on the laid-back island of Caye Caulker.

Discover the best of Belize City before unwinding at one of the country’s beautiful beaches. This guided tour combines history, culture, and relaxation — perfect for travelers who want to see the highlights and enjoy some downtime at the beach. - Ride in comfort as your licensed guide takes you through Belize City’s landmarks; from historic sites and colonial architecture. Learn fascinating stories about the city’s past and present. -After exploring, head to a nearby beach where you can relax, swim, or simply soak up the Caribbean sun. It’s the ideal way to balance sightseeing with leisure.

Find your own tropical paradise on Goff’s Caye, a tiny island surrounded by the warm blue Caribbean and Belize’s barrier reef. Located just a quick 30-minute boat ride from Belize City, it’s an easy way to escape civilization and spend the day basking on white sandy beaches and snorkeling among colorful fish and coral gardens. Enjoy the comforts of larger islands without the crowds on this blissful Belizean day trip.

Take a private day trip to the ruins of Altun Ha, and do a bit of sightseeing in Belize City, with this private, guided tour. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Altun Ha, originally a trading center for ancient Maya people, with time left over to enjoy an included lunch and spend time exploring Belize City.

Explore the majestic and mysterious Lamanai Temples on a full-day tour that starts from Belize City, making it possible to visit on a day trip from the cayes. With lunch, transfers, and a guided tour of this ancient Mayan site on the banks of the New River Lagoon included, you just sit back and enjoy the day. Learn about the legends of the temples and see artifacts at the museum.

Descend into a sacred cave, once considered an entrance to the Mayan underworld, on this tour from Belize City. You'll visit Actun Tunichal Muknal, where you'll see skeletal remains and ancient pottery while you learn about the ancient belief systems of the region. You'll also spend some time hiking in the jungle and dining on an included lunch.

Venture deep inside an ancient cave system at Nohoc Chen Park on a cave kayaking adventure from Belize City. Old legends and an underground waterfall await inside a series of caverns that you explore by single or double kayak, wearing an LED headlamp to illuminate crystalline rock formations. Hike through the Belizean rain forest and paddle down open stretches of the Caves Branch River on this half-day tour in the heart of the Maya Mountains.

The atmospheric ruins of Xunantunich are some of the most-visited Mayan ruins in the world. During your stay in Belize, ensure you don’t miss the ancient archeological site on this 6-hour tour of Xunantunich, including cave tubing. Ideal for adventurous travelers, this excursion allows you to explore the Mayan ruins, hike through exotic rainforest, and ride an inflated inner tube down rivers running through darkened caverns. Entrance fees and round-trip transport from your Belize City hotel are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Gliding silently along the New River, spotting tropical birds through the canopy. This Lamanai tour has become one of the most popular Mayan sites to visit. You will be able to walk through centuries-old plazas where history whispers between the ruins. Spotting exotic birds and wildlife that vanish if you blink—perfect for photos or awe-filled moments. At the site, you will be served lunch, which is a homemade Belizean meal. Bottled water and fruit juices will also be available. Your tour guide will then take you through this amazing ancient Mayan city of Lamanai. The highlight of this tour is visiting the mask temple, where you get to see the largest mask of an Olmec person in this region. You will also visit the high temple, which allows you to overlook the new river lagoon. Your tour of this ancient city culminates at the Jaquar temple. You will then be returned to the landing area by boat for your transfer to Belize City. An unexpected jungle encounter awaits—are you ready?

Fit three tours into one on this private Belize adventure that's ideal for cruise ship passengers and other travelers with limited time. Climb an ancient Mayan stone temple at the Altun Ha ruins, and then connect with the animal kingdom at a black howler monkey sanctuary. There's also a stop at a rum distillery to taste one of Belize's most famous exports on this personalized day trip.

Learn about 3,000-year-old Mayan civilization with a visit to Altun Ha, then go tubing in the Branch Rivera Caves during this 6-hour adventure from Belize City. At Altun Ha, walk through the two ancient plazas that once served as center of commerce for 10,000 Mayan residents trading jade and obsidian. With your adventure guide, hike 30 minutes to the entrance of the cave, then hop on an inner tube and float through the underground network of rivers. No experience is necessary; this activity is suitable for participants of all fitness levels. A traditional Belizean lunch with refreshments and round-trip transportation from centrally located Belize City hotels, the airport or the cruise port are included.

Unearth the mysteries of one of Belize’s most mysterious archaeological sites on a tour that takes you to the Lamanai ruins via a scenic river cruise, which reveals rare flora and fauna in the area. Exploring the site with a guide puts the crumbling temples into context and provides deeper insight than you’d get on your own.

Discover the best of Belize’s culture and history at a pace that suits you and your group on a private tour of Belize City and Altun Ha. You’ll benefit from the undivided attention of your guide as you exploring the bustling capital city and get crucial context about the ancient Mayan ruins of Altun Ha.

Head deep inside one of the world’s most atmospheric caves on a private tour of Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) from Belize City. You’ll have the chance to explore the mouth and interior of the cave at your own pace with your private guide, by hiking through the jungle and floating down underground rivers on an inner tube.