Top Belize Outdoor Activities

Tour Altun Ha, the ruins of an ancient Mayan city, with a local guide. After some souvenir shopping and lunch, make a pit stop at the Belize sign, a colorful art display against an ocean backdrop. The day wraps up with a tasting and tour at a local rum factory.

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.

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.

Feel like a jungle explorer on this tour that takes you from bustling Belize City to the mystical ancient Mayans ruins of Lamanai. The archaeological site can only be accessed by water, so you’ll first cruise on the New River to a tropical lagoon, where stone temples rise impressively out of the jungle. A guide illuminates the long history of Lamanai as you climb pyramids and take photos of this once-lost city.

Follow the footsteps of the ancient Maya on a full-day trip to Caracol from San Ignacio, and go deep into the jungle to discover a remarkable archeological site. Watch for bright tropical birds and howler monkeys as you explore the sprawling ruined city, and take in views of rolling forest canopy from the top of the Caana pyramid. Trace the history of the site in a vivid series of carved stelae and stone altars, then visit a natural swimming pool in the Mountain Pine Ridge before returning to the city.

Nature lovers will enjoy this guided cave tubing adventure in Belize’s Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Reserve. Meet your guide and small group at the reserve’s entrance and, after getting kitted out with safety gear, begin with a pleasant stroll through the rainforest. Learn about the site’s Mayan history and rich ecosystem from your guide before floating downstream in a dramatic underground cave system, admiring the views as you go.

Visit the Barton Creek Cave and Big Rock Falls on this all-day combination tour from San Ignacio. First, head to the cave, an ancient Mayan burial site that’s accessible by an easy canoe ride. After exploring this popular tourist destination, drive to Big Rock Falls, located in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, and take a dip in the pools at the bottom of this 150-foot (46-meter) waterfall.

Skip the hassle of booking separate activities and combine history, culture, and adventure in one small-group, full-day tour from Belize City. Explore the ancient Maya pyramids of Altun, visit sacred temples, go ziplining, and paddle through underground caverns with rock formations and a waterfall, all while enjoying hotel pickup and personalized attention in a small-group setting.

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.

Discover pristine forests, limestone caves and scenic waterfalls on a full-day trip to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve from San Ignacio. Visit the hidden source of the Rio Frio river, then slip into the water at a series of natural pools and rock slides. Pause for a picnic lunch before continuing to Big Rock Falls, a 150-foot (46-meter) waterfall that gives off a cooling spray of mist as it tumbles into a clear, deep swimming hole, then return to San Ignacio through the rugged mountain terrain.

Spend a day in the lush jungles of Belize on this outdoor adventure in the Actun Loch Tunich Natural Sink Hole. Join a small group and trek through the jungle to reach the site of the sinkhole. Then, gear up and prepare for the 300-foot (91-meter) descent where a picnic lunch is provided. The final part of your adventure involves hiking out of the cave and back to base camp.

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.

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.

A must-do experience when visiting Belize City, the cave tubing tour is one of the area’s most popular activities. Take a scenic and educational hike to a cave system in the Belizean jungle, where your local guide gets you situated for the next leg of the journey. All necessary equipment—headlights, helmets, life jackets, and tubes—are included. Admire nature’s handiwork as you float past rock formations, drip stones, stalactites, and stalagmites.

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.

"Perfect for Shore Excursions - Worry-Free Return to Port" A stop at Fu Wi Flavaz restaurant for a food tasting experience of Belize local cuisine and the new feature "from pond to frying pan" showcases a tour of the farm grounds which includes 3 tilapia fish ponds and a 17 x 60 cover structure / green house with fresh vegetables production for market and for the restaurant use. Fresh catch your tilapia for the cook to prepare with traditional spices and condiments for your enjoyment . For the non fish enthusiast other menu items include Chicken, Pork and Shrimp all prepared with simple yet fresh ingredients and served with favorite lunch special sides of coconut rice and beans, fresh salads, tortillas and much more. The restaurant features an outdoor fire grill to smoke and roast meats . A blooming garden, open décor dining space with live tropical plants adorning the pillars and surroundings. Large open windows and bamboo walls complete the tropical feel and look.

Ride a horse through the Belizean countryside on this small-group, 1.5-hour riding tour from San Ignacio. Spot birds and wildlife as you follow your guide along a gentle trail, and pass tropical fruit trees and lush vegetation. Enjoy your time away from the crowds and just admire the beautiful trail ride: open savannah, jungle & river trails.

Visit the ancient Mayan site of Altun Ha with this tour from Belize City. Your driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to the ancient archaeological site, where you'll visit the on-site museum and explore the ruins as you learn about ancient Mayan culture.

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.

Experience the jungles of Belize in a relaxing way on this cave tubing adventure from San Ignacio. Join a small group and take a hike through the lush vegetation to reach the starting point. Then, hop on your tube and float through caves and down an open river, learning about the ancient Mayans and geological formations from your guide. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Take a voyage along the scenic Belize River on this canoeing excursion from San Ignacio. Starting at the river’s origin where the Mopan and Macal rivers merge, you’ll paddle with the gentle current while your expert guide points out highlights of local flora and fauna. Be on the lookout for iguanas, monkeys, and colorful birds as you make your way along the river’s twists and bends!

Experience the Antelope Falls inside the Mayflower Bocawina National Park with this half-day rappelling trip. First, tackle a challenging climb to the top of falls, then descend 250 feet (76 meters) down safely. You’ll be outfitted with a harness and clipped into a rope system operated by one of the guides. The tour ends with a refreshing dip in the pools.

Journey to the ancient Mayan ruins of Xunantunich atop a trusty steed on a half-day horseback riding adventure from San Ignacio. Ride along the Mopan River and through a private organic farm for a unique way to reach the fascinating archaeological site, where you can explore the remains of royal palaces and one of Belize’s largest ceremonial temples with a guide.

Combine two fun activities into one full-day tour—a hassle-free alternative to managing multiple reservations—on this action-packed adventure from San Ignacio. Float through the largest cave system in Central America during a tubing session, and spot glittering crystals and stalactites inside a series of spacious caverns. Then, strap in for an exciting zipline journey from tree to tree with a bird’s-eye view of the forest floor.