Top Belize City Day Trips

Experience the fun of tubing through ancient caves on this private tour, which includes transportation to and from your hotel and lunch. You'll drive from your hotel to the rainforest, where you’ll hike for about 20 minutes until you reach a river. You'll then hop aboard an innertube for a floating adventure through natural caves.

Experience Belize City through its local flavors on a small-group food tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Sample traditional Belizean snacks and seasonal fruits, visit a rum factory and rum museum for tastings, then finish with a hot tamale lunch in a local park. It’s a flavorful introduction to Belizean culture beyond the city's main sights.

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.

A guide shares information about the cultures and history of Belize City during this shore excursion, catered to cruise passengers with limited time. Relax during a leisurely drive past city landmarks and make several photo stops.

Combine two of Belize’s top activities on a cave tubing and zip lining tour that takes you deep into the jungle. This small-group tour includes a 20-minute rainforest hike, floating through Maya caves, and zip lining with jungle views. Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide and increase your chances of spotting rare flora and fauna as you soar over the jungle canopy and go deep underground on a caving tour.

Avoid trying to find a cab at Belize International Airport and instead book this transportation option to get to your accommodations within Belize City or one of the water taxi terminals, if you're headed to the Cayes off the coast. Travelers can also book this shuttle in reverse, going from Belize City to the airport.

Go cave tubing in a remote national park on a guided half-day outing. Travel by mini-bus into the rain forest outside of Belize City and learn about the area’s tropical flora and fauna on a brief walk to the cave system. Once there, get outfitted with a life jacket, helmet, and light, hop in a tube and float downstream, passing unique rock formations and a waterfall as you go.

Swim among sea turtles, sting rays, and tropical fish at one of Belize’s top snorkeling spots on this day trip from Belize City. Cruise across the turquoise Caribbean to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, a protected channel in the Belizean barrier reef that draws countless sea creatures. After plenty of time in the water here and at a nearby turtle garden, soak up the laid-back vibes of Caye Caulker with free time to explore and grab lunch on the popular resort island.

Discover what makes Lamanai one of Belize’s most impressive Mayan ruins on this full-day tour that takes you through an excavated ancient city that rises mysteriously out of the jungle. Look for native wildlife including birds and crocodiles on a river cruise to the archaeological site, where the ruins of the Jaguar and Mask Temples and ancient Mayan palaces beg exploration. See fascinating artifacts like clay pots and temple carvings at the on-site museum, and round out the day with a typical Belizean lunch at a restaurant.

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.

Personalize your adventure in Belize with this private tour combining an exploration of Altun Ha and a ziplining experience. Depart from San Pedro by sea or air for Altun Ha, the nearest Maya Temple to Belize City. Explore the ancient ruins, then head west for an exhilarating ziplining experience through the Belize jungle canopy, enjoying a bird’s eye view while speeding through the treetops.

Visit Xunantunich, known for its ancient Mayan ruins, on this private tour from Belize City. You'll take a roughly 3-hour drive out to the ruins in an air-conditioned vehicle, where you'll explore ruins and learn about ancient culture. Climb to the top of El Castillo, the second-tallest structure in the country, for views of Belize and Guatemala. Hotel pickup and lunch are included for your convenience.

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.

Saddle up on your trip to Belize. Explore the jungle on horseback, no matter what your riding ability is. On this tour, all levels from beginner to advanced are catered to. This guided adventure takes you across picturesque, wild fields and alongside a river. Be one with nature, soaking up the beautiful rainforest setting while keeping an eye out for birds like parrots, toucans and macaws.

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.

Belize is known for its abundance of colorful marine life as you'll see for yourself on this snorkeling tour from Belize City. You'll start with a visit to a reserve area, where you're likely to see moray eels up close. You'll then head to a second spot known as Sting Ray Alley for its abundance of sting rays along with nurse sharks and other fish.

The Community Baboon Sanctuary (CBS) is a pioneering project in voluntary grassroots conservation. The goal is to sustain the habitat of the Black Howler Monkey (called ‘baboon’ in the local Creole dialect) while promoting the economic development of the participating communities. The result has been an innovative project in sustainable ecotourism that protects the habitat for the endangered Black Howler Monkey and other species while offering a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the rain forest and witness Black Howler Monkeys in the wild.

Your day begins with a 50 minute drive along the Picturesque Highway enroute to the Caves Branch Area. Enjoy zipping through the lush Belize Jungle and over the Caves Branch River.. Explore the enchanting caves of Belize on a soft adventure that unveils the beauty of the ancient Mayan underworld. Guided by an expert, the journey begins with a fascinating exploration of dry cave systems, where you’ll learn about stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and crystal formations. Then, glide on inner tubes down the Caves Branch River, immersing yourself in the sacred history and cultural beliefs of the Mayans, who once performed rituals in these hallowed spaces. This unique experience not only highlights the geological wonders of Belize but also offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of its past.

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.

Make the most of your time in Belize with this shore excursion from Belize City. Your driver will pick you up right at the port and take you to three different snorkeling spots along the enormous Belize Barrier Reef, where you can see all sorts of beautiful marine life before returning to the port to board your ship.

Don't miss this! Xunantunich and Cave Tubing combine the best two aspects of your Belize experience - Mayan archaeology at its best along with Belize's most beloved tour cave tubing at the Nohoch Che'en Reserve!

Avoid the stress of being stuck in crowds by choosing a small group guided tour. Forget the concrete jungles and iron bars of traditional zoos; The Belize Zoo is considered as a tropical animal rescue, research, and rehabilitation center. Every animal at the Belize Zoo was either orphaned, born at the zoo, rescued or received as a gift from other institutions. You are not going to find imported species here; just the native "stars" of Belize and Central America. The tour includes a licensed guide who provides commentary at each stop, as well as points out Belize city’s most impressive monuments along the way like the Belize sign, Anglican Cathedral, The Belize City swing bridge and more.

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure that combines ancient Mayan history with amazing wildlife experience? Join us for a once in a lifetime experience with a Belizean Local Guide, that will leave you with lasting memories of your time in Belize. You "Betta Belize It"!!