Top Belize Day Trips

Hol Chan Full-Day Bucket List Snorkeling and Marine Life Tour

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Step back in time to the powerful peak of the ancient Mayan civilization with this guided 3-hour tour of the Xunantunich ruins. Let your imagination run wild as you explore the temples, plazas, and royal palaces of the famed archaeological site by foot. From the top of the imposing El Castillo pyramid, take in panoramic views of the surrounding Belize River Valley and the ancient city below. Round-trip transport from your San Ignacio hotel is included.

Xunantunich & Cave Tubing Day Trip from San Ignacio

Explore the cave of the crystal sepulcher on a full-day tour to Actun Tunichil Muknal from San Ignacio, and discover a spiritual site that was sacred to the ancient Maya. Learn about the traditions and rites that took place in the cave system and visit the crystallized remains of an ancient ceremonial victim as you hike deep into the cave with a professional guide. Swim through a spring-fed pool, and follow tunnels, passageways and yawning chambers lined with stalactites, stalagmites, ancient ceramics and stoneware.

wading through the waters of the ATM cave

Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Tour and Picnic

Head out on an adventure-filled day with this day tour from San Ignacio. First up, you’ll explore the Maya Temple of Xunantunich with a guide who can relay all the stories about the complex. After a delicious lunch on the way, you’ll get to spend the afternoon cave tubing in Noh Hoch Chen Archaeological Reserve. As you’re propelled through each cave, your guide will be able to fill you in on the ecology of the landscape.

Xunantunich Maya Temple & Nohoch Che'en Cave Tubing Full-Day Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

The Mask Temple at Lamanai, also known as Structure N9-56, is one of the most fascinating Mayan ruins in Belize

Guided Lamanai Mayan Ruins Belize Tours with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the majestic Great Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef Atoll on this full-day snorkeling tour. Designed for snorkeling enthusiasts, this trip includes visits to iconic sites like Blue Hole, Half Moon Caye Wall and Long Caye Aquarium, where vibrant marine life flourishes. Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and a delicious lunch, along with refreshing fruits throughout the day. With a minimum of 10 guests required for confirmation, this tour promises an immersive experience in one of Belize's most treasured natural wonders. - Full-day snorkeling adventure to the Great Blue Hole and surrounding reefs - Visit protected sites including Half Moon Caye - Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and beverages provided - Tour duration: approximately 12 hours, with early morning pick-up included

Great Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef Atoll Snorkel Adventure

Great Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef Atoll Snorkel Adventure

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Guatemala’s most stunning Maya city on a full day trip from San Ignacio with lunch at a nearby restaurant. Travel back in time as you follow your guide through the remarkable ceremonial center, where weathered stelae, sweeping plazas and imposing temples tell dramatic stories about this ancient civilization. Spot wild turkeys, monkeys and tropical birds within the ruins, and stop to browse Maya crafts and souvenirs at a nearby shop before returning to Belize—don’t forget your passport.

Day Trip to Tikal Maya Ruins Including Lunch

Feel like a jungle explorer as you cruise through the wild forests of Belize’s Cayo district on a private pontoon boat. Float down a river that winds through the mystical Maya Mountains, stopping to swim and cliff jump at three different tropical waterfalls buried deep in the rainforest. A fresh Belizean lunch cooked right on board the pontoon completes this fantastic full-day adventure.

Jungle Pontoon Waterfall Adventure Tour

5 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

This is a private day tour, meaning only your group will participate. Travel from San Ignacio Belize to Tikal with full border assistance, explore the site at a relaxed, personalized pace, and enjoy a private local expert guide who leads you through jungle trails, shares Tikal’s history and culture, helps spot wildlife, and takes you to the best viewpoints. The experience is completed with an included lunch and personalized attention throughout the journey.

Tikal Private Tour From San Ignacio Belize with Lunch Included

Belize Int'l Airport to Belize City Water Taxi or Belize City to BZE Airport

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Step back in time with the legendary Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave, named the #1 Sacred Cave in the world by National Geographic. On this full-day adventure from San Ignacio, trek jungle trails, cross rivers, and swim into underground passageways where history and nature meet. Guided by our expert, licensed guides, you’ll uncover glittering stalactites, ceremonial pottery, stone tools, and human remains, preserved in their original resting places for over a thousand years. An unforgettable mix of adventure and culture, this journey uncovers the Maya’s sacred rituals — ideal for adventurers, history buffs, and families Highlights - Hike, cross rivers, and swim into the cave entrance - See Maya artifacts and the Crystal Maiden skeleton - Knowledgeable guides, small groups, and personal attention - Transport, safety gear, hearty Belizean lunch, and all fees included - Your booking supports local community focused programs in Belize - Woman-owned local operator

ATM Cave Tour from San Ignacio Actun Tunichil Muknal

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Cave Tubing in Belize with V.i.V.

Special Offer

luxury tubes with mesh bottom seat, grab handles, head-rest

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Altun Ha Maya And Howler Monkey Shore Excursion

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Cave Tubing and Zipline Adventure From San Pedro

Venture into a remote jungle in southern Belize near the small settlement of Monkey River Village, an area known for its troops of black howler monkeys and other wildlife. Glide through a mangrove forest on a boat before trekking on foot through wild, undeveloped terrain with an expert guide. You’ll also look for manatees, turtles, and crocodiles in this unique ecosystem where river meets the sea.

Monkey River Jungle Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Exclusive All-in-1 Full Day Shared Guided Tour

The Belize Barrier Reef is part of the second-largest reef system in the world, and this full-day group trip from San Pedro takes you snorkeling at three of its best-known sites. Start at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, a protected area home to turtles, moray eels, and countless fish species. Swim among nurse sharks and rays at Shark Ray Alley, then explore the corals and marine life at Coral Gardens before lunch.

Full-Day Snorkel at Hol Chan, Shark Ray & More; San Pedro Belize

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Private Altun Ha Maya Ruin & Belize City Adventure From Belize City

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit Central America's most legendary ancient Mayan site on a private day trip to Tikal, located across the border from Belize in Guatemala. Get help crossing the border for a stress-free entrance to the archaeological site, and spend the day exploring the mighty and mysterious ruins of temples, plazas, royal apartments, and more with a guide. Look for wildlife like howler monkeys and toucans while trekking through the rainforests that surround the UNESCO-listed site, and recharge with included lunch at a restaurant inside the park.

Private Luxury Tikal Archeological Tour & Authentic Local Lunch

Step into the ancient world of the Maya on a shared day tour to Tikal departing from San Ignacio, Belize. Travel through the jungle, cross the border with ease, and explore one of Central America’s most impressive archaeological sites with a knowledgeable local guide. Wander along forest trails as you spot wildlife, stand beneath towering temples, and learn the stories behind Tikal’s powerful rulers and ceremonial plazas. This well-organized tour combines history, nature, and adventure, all at a relaxed pace that’s enjoyable for all ages.

Tikal Day Tour From San Ignacio Belize

Explore the dominion of the ancient Maya in Belize on a full-day tour from San Ignacio. Climb to the top of sacred pyramids and learn about the once-mighty civilization at the archaeological site of Xunantunich, and enter a portal to the Mayan underworld on a cave tubing adventure that takes you splashing through the crystalline caverns of an underground cave system. Round-trip transport from San Ignacio Town and lunch are included on this tour.

Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio

9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve — one of Central America's oldest landscapes, with rock formations dating back 340 million years. Formed as tectonic plates pushed molten rock upward from the sea, then shaped by millions of years of wind and rain, the reserve boasts dramatic waterfalls, streams. This full-day tour visits three iconic sites. After an hour's drive from San Ignacio, enjoy a moderate hour-long hike through broadleaf jungle to Rio Frio Cave, learning about native plants, wildlife, and the cave's significance to the ancient Maya. Next, a 20-minute drive brings you to Rio On Pools for a traditional Belizean lunch, followed by free time to swim or admire the granite cascades and lookout points. The day concludes at Big Rock Falls, a 100-foot waterfall with two swimming pools and cliff-jumping opportunities. Geology, Maya history, and adventure combine for an unforgettable day in Belize's wild heart.

Full-Day Mountain Pine Ridge Tour from San Ignacio with Lunch

Full-Day Mountain Pine Ridge Tour from San Ignacio with Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the ancient Maya city of Caracol with a full-day tour from San Ignacio that includes the Río On pools and the Río Frio caves. Follow your guide through the vast archaeological site, stand in the field of the ball court, and take in sweeping views of the jungle from the peak of the sky temple pyramid. Follow the history of Caracol in the glyphs, stelae, and carvings throughout the site, and then finish your day swimming in natural pools and visiting a vast limestone cave system in Pine Ridge.

Caracol Maya Ruins Tour Including Rio On Pools, Rio Frio Cave and a Picnic Lunch

Caracol Maya Ruins Tour Including Rio On Pools, Rio Frio Cave and a Picnic Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Tikal SUNSET, Archeological focus and Wildlife Spotting Tour (South and East)

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Tour and Picnic

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Lauren_M, Aug 2026

Don’t hesitate - book this now!

This excursion is a must do if you are in or around San Ignacio. It is an amazing, unique experience. After arriving at the offices, you are driven to a spot near the cave. Your group then hikes 45 minutes to the entrance to the cave, explore the cave for about 2.5 hours, hike back and enjoy a picnic lunch. The spelunking in the cave is challenging, but worth it. There are times when you are in water, squeezing through tight spaces or sliding. As another reviewer mentioned, you will take off your shoes for a bit of time - wear thick socks for this part - this is to preserve the ground in the archeological site as much as possible. The Mayan artifacts and remains that you see are amazing to witness. Not having your cell phone with you allows for you to truly be present in the experience and soak in all of the history. Don’t hesitate - book this now!

Private Altun Ha Maya Ruin & Belize City Adventure From Belize City

Darrel_K, Jul 2026

Great Belize tour

Jose Tours was excellent. He met us at the tender dock number two. The tour vehicle was in excellent condition and with air conditioning working well. Jose gave us much information about Belize and we stoped at a road vender for a mango. At Altun Ha Maya Ruin he bought our admission band. We explored the Ruin. Two of us were in our 70s and two in their 40s he addressed the difference in age by a giving each age group a sl different tour. On way back to ship we stoped at restaurant and had local chicken and rice(great).had a tour of Belize city and tasted local cashew nuts.

Belize Int'l Airport to Belize City Water Taxi or Belize City to BZE Airport

Madie_W, Jul 2026

The only shuttle you need!

I was hesitant to choose a shuttle service because I was traveling by myself. But they were wonderful. They responded quickly to any questions I had and the driver was super nice. There was another family that was in the shuttle with me, but there was plenty of space. The driver was waiting for me right at the water taxi terminal and even helped me with all of my luggage. Super grateful! I will definitely use them again when I go back to Belize.

Caracol Maya Ruins Tour Including Rio On Pools, Rio Frio Cave and a Picnic Lunch

Stephanie_S, Jun 2026

Our trip to Caracol and...

Our trip to Caracol and Rio On Pools was wonderful. Our guide has extensive knowledge of the native birds and animals. He also ensured that we had ample opportunities for pictures and gladly offered to take our photos. One of the highlights of our trip was our chance to witness a family of Howler Monkeys up close at Caracol. Rio On Pools was also fun, especially after spending all morning in the heat. We enjoyed the natural swimming pools, which provided a perfect spot to cool off and unwind. The delicious lunch provided after exploring Caracol was also a delightful addition to our overall experience.

Xunantunich & Cave Tubing Day Trip from San Ignacio

Dalyce_F, May 2026

Best tour guides ever!

My grandson and I had the best tour with Marvin and Leo! The history of the Mayans was so interesting. I learned so much. After a delicious lunch we started our trek up the hill for the cave tubing. I'm 75 years old and definitely not in the best of shape, but Leo stayed with me and encouraged me all the way up the hill. Once we got in the water it was everything I had imagined. The water felt great and the terrain was beautiful. Leo pointed out the different birds we saw. We then entered the cave and it was awesome! This was definitely the highlight of my trip to Belize.

Xunantunich Maya Temple & Nohoch Che'en Cave Tubing Full-Day Tour

Jun_A, May 2026

Bern!!! Bern!!! Bern!!!

My wife and I truly had an amazing experience on this tour esp because of Bern, who made the entire trip so memorable. We will definitely recommend this tour to our friends and family. Bern was not only professional but he also went far above and beyond our expectations. He arrived 15 minutes earlier than the scheduled pickup time, welcomed us with a warm smile, introduced himself and gave us a detailed overview of the tour for the day. We hopped into his very clean vehicle and made our way to Xunantunich. Throughout our visit, we never felt rushed. Bern was very informative, patient and made the experience enjoyable and relaxing. On our way to the cave tubing adventure, we stopped for lunch, which was a nice addition to the day. The cave tubing experience itself was unforgettable. Inside the dark cave, we even got off our tubes to see the pottery left behind by the Mayans, which was truly incredible and made the experience even more special. Throughout the entire tour Bern consistently provided us with water, fresh towels and a friendly smile. We highly recommend this tour and we hope you get Bern as your tour guide because he truly made the experience exceptional.

Tikal Day Trip with Local Lunch from San Ignacio

Karin_N, Apr 2026

Tikal in April from San Ignacio

The tour started in San Ignacio our driver was very nice and walked us through the border and customs section in Belize. Prior to separating he pointed out our Guatemalan tour guide from a distance. Once through customs and border checks our Guatemalan guide Levi walked us through the same process on the Guatemala side. Once we arrived at Tikal Levi was very knowledgeable and his passion for the history of the site made the almost 6 mile walk with almost 71 flights of stairs seem less intense. The trip was amazing to see both uncovered and still yet covered historical structures. Our guide also walked us through the area where celebrations and cultural Matan events are still held to this day. The provided meal was phenomenal after so much walking.

Tikal SUNSET, Archeological focus and Wildlife Spotting Tour (South and East)

Nehha_D, Apr 2026

One of the best tours I...

One of the best tours I have ever been on. The site was amazing and so was our guide. We saw so much wildlife (lots of monkeys) and got to seethe sunset from a beautiful view point. The pacing was great and we leaned a lot about the history of the site. The food/drinks provided before the tour was great, come hungry!

Guided Lamanai Mayan Ruins Belize Tours with Lunch

Uzo_N, Mar 2026

A fantastic day at Lamanai Mayan ruins m

This was altogether a great tour; from the car ride from the hotel to get on the boat; the boat ride to the Lamanai site; the tour of the mayan ruins and the lunch afterwards; everything was done in a very professional manner. The driver and the boat operator/guide were very knowledgeable and engagingly. The mayan ruins were fascinating and well worth the visit. The lunch provided was very delicious. All told, this was a very good experience and I highly recommend it.

Lamanai Maya Ruin & New River Wildlife Adventure From Belize City

kathy_g, Jan 2026

Honest

To keep it brief-The company and I had some logistics issues.. As it was New Year’s Day, there seemed to be a few stragglers holding things up. This caused some delays and other problems. So we decided to request a refund. The refund was given. I gave it a 5 star because staff did try to make it happen but it just wouldn’t work for us because of time issues and they honored their side.