Top Belize City Shore Excursions - page 4

You’ll enjoy the wide-open spaces and incredible architecture of these ancient historical temples. After trekking an ancient home of the Maya, take a tour of the present-day city that is the heart of Belize.Our guides will meet you upon mainland arrival in Belize City before heading off to Altun Ha, which is the nearest Mayan ruin to the “Old Capital”. Belize City was once the capital of the country, but that changed after Hurricane Hattie when her vulnerability as a seaside city was exposed. The capital was moved inland to Belmopan, but Belize City has remained the Commercial Capital. It is a vibrant, dynamic city that is undergoing modernization to keep up the needs of its people and its growing tourism market. Enjoy some of the remnants of our colonial history, and the landmarks of recent stories that have impacted the changing face of this growing, vibrant city that sits proudly on the Caribbean Sea.

Combine three of Belize’s top natural and historical attractions on a combo tour that saves you that hassle of booking each activity separately. Exploring the ancient Mayan site of Xunantunich with a guide puts the ruins into context, while cave tubing and zipline let you satisfy an appetite for adventure.

Get the adrenaline pumping while you experience the nature of Belize on this private half-day tour from Belize City. Travel to the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve where you’ll go river tubing through caves and zip lining through the treetops. Take a break with a Belizean lunch provided during the tour. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport are included for your comfort.

Float through soaring caves then fly from tree to tree on a 6-hour private adventure from Belize City that combines tubing and a thrilling zipline challenge. Hike into the forest, then float the Caves Branch River into caverns lined with flow stones and bristling stalactites. Trade your tube for a harness, then launch into the air from a series of eight platforms connected by cables that stretch up to 1,200 feet (366 meters). Rappel back to earth from the final platform and catch your breath before returning to Belize City.

Easily fit in an expedition to one of Belize’s most impressive Mayan sites, Altun Ha, on a half-day tour. Leave the bustle of Belize City for the quiet mystery of ancient plazas, pyramids, and ceremonial temples. A guide shares the fascinating history of the fallen Mayan civilization and shows you the most impressive ruins, including the spot where a famous jade head was discovered.

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.

Guest get to view the city and the country side and learn the Culture and History of it while heading to the cave. The guest hike through the rain forest for 20 minutes to where they start the cave tubing. Guest will not carry their tube, the tubes will already be at the cave entrance. In the cave guest get to see Magnificent Stalactite, Stalagmite, columns and also a beautiful waterfall in the cave system. After finished at the cave guest head to where they do the Mudding (In Our Rainy Season) in the jeep wranglers through the rain forest and also through the Maya Mountain. After the jeeps guest head to have lunch (Lunch Included in the tour).After lunch they head back to where they were picked up in the morning.

Combine a tubing adventure with a visit to the ancient Mayan ruins of Altun Ha on this private tour, which includes round-trip transportation from your hotel. You'll learn about ancient civilization as you explore beautifully preserved ruins and spend time floating through caves in the rainforest, all in one day.

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.

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.

Combine a tour of Belize City with a visit to the archaeological site at Atltun Ha on this shore excursion/tour from Belize City. You'll start with a tour of Belize City's "Old Capital" area, where you'll learn about local history. You'll then head to Altun Ha to see ancient ruins and learn about Mayan civilization. Note that this tour is private, for groups of four to 14 people.

Float through an amazing system of flooded caverns on a 5-hour private tubing adventure from Belize City to the Caves Branch River, and explore the limestone passages that the ancient Maya saw as portals to the supernatural. Hike into a lush jungle to the cave entrance, then use a headlamp to illuminate glittering cave walls hung with thousands of stalactites. Enter soaring chambers that drip with cool water, slip into the water for a refreshing swim, and experience the hidden side of this ancient landscape.

Combine a visit to a monkey sanctuary with a trip to the archaeological ruins at Altun Ha on this private day tour from Belize City. You'll spend time at Altun Ha, learning about how Mayans lived in ancient times while you explore the ruins. You'll then get the chance to walk through the jungle, where you'll likely spot black howler monkeys in their natural habitat.

Explore the Altun Ha Mayan ruins at your own pace during a private tour that reveals the mysteries of the archeological site and takes you to a monkey sanctuary. Choose a start time that suits you before exploring the 2,000-year-old ruins with the undivided attention of your private guide.

Combine a visit to the Altun Ha Mayan Ruins with a ziplining adventure on this two-in-one tour from Belize City. You'll start at Altun Ha, where you'll learn about Mayan history as you explore ancient temples. You'll then head over to the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve, where you'll take a ziplining adventure over the rainforest.

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.

Stones from the ruins of the ancient structures were reused for residential construction of the agricultural village of Rockstone Pond in modern times, but the ancient site did not come to the attention of archeologists until 1963. The Old Northern Highway connects Altun Ha to Belize's Northern Highway, and the site is accessible for tourism. The largest of Altun Ha's temple-pyramids, the "Temple of the Masonry Altars", is 16 metres (52 ft) high. A drawing of this structure is the logo of Belize's leading brand of beer, "Belikin". At the ATV site Your guides will gear you with safety equipment and give you a thorough introduction on how to use the ATV safely inside the rainforest. Your total tour time on the ATV adventure is roughly 1 to 1.5 hours. After your adventure you head to the village of Rock Stone Pond nearby, home to Altun Ha Maya Temples.

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.

Learn about the ancient Maya civilization on a private day trip to Xunantunich, one of the most significant archaeological sites in Belize. Travel there with a personal guide for ease of navigation and save time researching the guidebooks. Climb to the top of El Castillo for views over the jungle and discover hieroglyphics of Maya beliefs inscripted in the stucco friezes. A barbecue lunch in town is provided.

Combine a zipline experience in the jungle with a visit to a rum factory on this private tour, which includes round-trip transportation from Belize City. You'll spend time soaring over the jungle canopy on a seven-course zipline before heading over to a rum factory to sample locally produced rum. Note that the rum factory is closed on Sundays and some public holidays.

Go cave tubing and ziplining on an active shore excursion from Belize City that goes deep into the Belizean rainforest. Float through an underground cave system, soar between treetops, and visit a butterfly house to see some of the rainforest’s most colorful creatures. Combining the activities is a great way to experience two Belize highlights, even if you have limited time in port. Refuel with a tasty local lunch.

Combine nature and ancient history with adventure on a private day trip that covers three of Belize’s top attractions and activities—the Mayan ruins of Altun Ha, underground cave tubing, and the Community Baboon Sanctuary. This tour saves you the hassle of planning and booking three separate activities, and also comes with the undivided attention of a private guide, making it the ideal choice for groups and families.

Learn about ancient Mayan civilization from a local guide on this tour to Altun Ha. You'll meet your guide in Belize City before heading an hour north to the ancient archaeological site, where you'll have plenty of time to explore. You'll then have the option to stop for lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Belize City for a city tour with hotel pickup included.

Embark on a half-day tour of Belize City's Zipline and Altun Ha, where stunning scenery meets thrilling activities. Here you'll be outfitted with helmets, harnesses, and gloves to ensure your safety—then it's off on the 1-hour drive to the secure parking area. Get ready for lines up to 1000 feet long that will take you soaring above forests and over rivers as nature paints its most picturesque masterpieces beneath you.