Top Activities on the Ground in Belize City

Satisfy your appetite for adrenaline on a full-day tubing and zipline adventure from Belize City. Designed for travelers craving thrills, this experience takes you through a cave network replete with stalactites and stalagmites, and over the lush canopy of the rainforest. Float on underground rivers in a tube, conquer seven vertiginous ziplines, and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

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.

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.

Experience two quintessential Belize activities in one day on this full day tour. First, go cave tubing through an underground world called Xibalba, which was thought to be the entrance to the Mayan underworld. Then head to the Altun Ha ruins to learn about ancient Mayan life and the importance of this ceremonial location peppered with tombs, pyramids and temples.

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.

An immersive experience, this tour takes you on a journey from San Pedro to the Xunantunich Maya Ruins. Step into the mysteries of an ancient civilization and explore the landscapes of Belize. Discover architectural wonders like El Castillo and cross the Mopan River on a traditional hand-cranked ferry. Engage with your guides, learn about the secrets of the Maya, and admire panoramic views from El Castillo's summit.

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.

Unlock the mysteries of an ancient civilization at the breathtaking Mayan ruins! Immerse yourself in a world of grand temples, intricate carvings, and intriguing history. Discover a forgotten past waiting to be explored. Unveil the secrets of the Maya and embark on an unforgettable journey to a time lost in the mists of history. Dare to wander through the echoes of the past and witness the awe-inspiring legacy of the Mayan civilization! Transport through time in prehistoric caves adorned with ancient crystals and relics. Experience a soothing yet exhilarating journey along a serene jungle river, tubing through diverse cave passages in the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve.

Shine your headlamp onto cavern walls and their crystal formations during this cave tubing adventure. Start your half-day tour with a zipline experience, which includes six runs through the jungle and across the Caves Branch River. A small-group max of 15 people ensures individualized attention. Lunch and port/hotel transport by minivan are provided from Belize City.

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.

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.

Actun Tunichil Muknal (Cave of the Stone Sepulchre) dubbed by National Geography as the top sacred cave to explore in the world; should be on your bucket list! Your journey starts from La Isla Bonita San Pedro by sea on San Pedro Belize Express water ferry or by air on Maya Island Air; the choice is yours. Our guides will meet you upon mainland arrival in Belize City. From here, it’s a 90-minute drive in air-conditioned comfort until your arrival at the ranger outpost. Here, our guides will provide you with a helmet, headlamp, and life jacket if needed. When geared up, it’s now time to hike, wade and swim the sacrificial Mayan underworld of the ATM. There’s 3 river crossing and a 30-minute hike, which will bring you to an hourglass entrance. From here, the cave system spans approximately 3 miles with stalactites, stalagmites, jarring boulders and fresh water streams from ankle to waist deep. When in the cave its time for exploration!!!

Avoid waiting in long taxi lines by booking this shared shuttle service from the Belize International Airport to San Ignacio. Spaces are limited on each shuttle run, so book early. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi and stocked with water. Several departure times from the airport are available daily. In case of flight delays, you will be rescheduled or your driver will wait for you.

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.

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.

Kayak through ancient cave systems and soar through the Belizean rain forest on this combo outdoor adventure from Belize City. Travel deep into the heart of the Maya Mountains, where you kayak through mysterious caverns tucked along the Caves Branch River, using a headlamp to explore fantastical rock formations. Back in the light of day, gear up for an adrenaline-pumping flight through the jungle canopy on a 7-cable zip line course that crosses the river for an extra thrill.

Prepare for a double jungle adventure on this combo tour that lets you experience two of Belize’s signature outdoor activities in one day. After a nature hike through the rain forest, float down the Caves Branch River on a cave tubing tour that offers plenty of excitement with minimal effort. Back in the light of day, take to the skies for an aerial zipline course that criss-crosses the forest canopy at a thrilling speed.

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.

Are you looking for a personable adventure to explore Belize's number one inland adventure? cave tubing at the Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Reserve also knows as the Caves Branch or Jaguar Paw. We pick you up in air conditioned comfort, provide all equipment and even carry your tubes for a hands free hike thorough the lush rain forest. The Mayan's used the caves as part of their elaborate religious rituals. They called the caves XIBALBA or "HELL". These cave systems boasts beautiful stalactites, stalagmites and stunning crystal pillars. As the adventure gently gets underway your guide will navigate down the refreshing cave branch river through the mystical cave of Xibalba as the Mayan did centuries ago only this is cooler in an inner tube. Your guide will ensure that you get to see all the spectacular areas of the caves, the awesome acts of nature buried deep within.

Venture into the jungle of Belize’s Cayo district on a day trip from Belize City to Saint Herman’s Cave and Blue Hole. Hike through a lush landscape to reach the cave system used as a sacred site by the ancient Maya, where you’ll scramble through caverns that glisten with dripping, crystalline formations. Then, cool off with a dip in the vivid blue waters of a natural swimming hole surrounded by tropical forest.

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.

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.