Top Belize City Day Trips

Our mission is to provide you with an unforgettable tour experience that's tailored to your interests and needs The Lamanai Adventure offers an exciting and immersive experience exploring the ancient Maya ruins of Lamanai. The tour typically includes a scenic riverboat ride along the New River. Once at Lamanai, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the impressive temples, including the High Temple, the Mask Temple, and the Jaguar Temple. The tour also features a buffet lunch with traditional Belizean dishes, providing a delightful break amidst your adventure1. Lamanai Belize Tours is known for its knowledgeable guides who share fascinating insights into the history and culture of the Maya civilization. This isn't just a tour; it's a journey through time, a celebration of nature, and a chance to connect with Belize's vibrant spirit. So pack your sense of adventure and prepare to be captivated by Lamanai's magic! Book your tour today.

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.

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.

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.

Taste your way through Belize City with a guide to lead the way on this small-group food tour. Try different Belizean snacks and fruits and stop at a rum factory and rum museum to taste locally produced rums. Finish your tour with a hot tamale lunch at a local park.

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.

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.

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.

When you arrive at the water taxi terminal or international airport in Belize City, skip the stress of tracking down a taxi or walking for a long time with your luggage and instead opt for a stress-free shared transfer. Avoid the crowds of public transportation and instead travel seamlessly to your accommodation.

Combine a visit to the ruins of Altun Ha with a cave tubing trip on this private tour from Belize City. You'll start at Altun Ha, where you'll learn about how Mayans lived long ago. You'll then visit the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve for a tubing adventure through ancient caves before making your way back to the city.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy a relaxing float through Belize’s Jaguar Paw Cave and admire the subterranean world on this outdoor adventure in Belize. Join a small group and float along the Caves Branch River with your headlamps to see geological formations including stalagmites and stalactites. Then, get your adrenaline pumping on a series of ziplines that wind through the rain forest. Hotel pickup is included for convenience.

Combine a visit to the Mayan ruins at Altun Ha with a tubing trip at the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve on this small-group tour from Belize City. Your driver will take you and a small group of fellow travelers out to Altun Ha, where you'll learn about Mayan history as you explore the ruins. You'll wrap up your trip with a river tubing adventure at Nohoch Che'en Caves.

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.

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.

Visit the Mayan ruins of Altun Ha and see howler monkeys in their natural habitat with this tour from Belize. You'll start in Altun Ha, a beautifully preserved site dating back to around 200 BC. After exploring the ruins, you'll go to the Community Baboon Sanctuary to see and learn about howler monkeys.

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.

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.

Spend the day in the great outdoors on this half-day adventure tour from San Ignacio. Soar through the treetops on a 100-foot-high zip line and take in the views of the lush rainforest. Then hike about 30 minutes to a cave to begin your kayak tour. Paddle past rock formations, waterfalls, hidden chambers, swim spots, and more as you navigate the cave system in a leisurely manner.

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.