Top San Ignacio Bus Tours - page 3

See ancient geological history with this canoe tour. Upon arrival, you'll learn about the history of the region including the role of the Barton Creek Cave in ceremonies performed by the Mayan people. While exploring the cave you'll see gorgeous crystals forming and learn about the culture of local Mennonite communities. Once you arrive at Big Rock Falls you'll have the option of cooling off in the free-flowing water.

Spend a day in the lush jungles of Belize on this outdoor adventure in this 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 delicious picnic lunch is waiting. The final part of your adventure involves hiking out of the cave and back to base camp.

The Actun Tunichil Mucnal Cave has been classified as one of the top ten sacred caves in the world. Getting there is an experience of its own. It entails a 35-minute hike under the canopy of the trees crossing the same river three times. The first crossing is approximately 5ft deep and the other two are under a foot deep. Upon arrival at the Entrance of the cave, equipment is checked and lights are turned on. It's 500 mts treading through water and going stalagtights, under stalagmites and through some cool formations. The second part is going up some rocks to get up a ledge on a second level. The Sacred Chamber is where all the ceramic and human remains are found. Your guide shares information about the different ceremonial spaces within the cave until you get to the main highlight which is the Cristal Maiden. A full-body skeleton completely calcified to the ground, evidence of human sacrifices that were practised inside the cave.

Combine two top Belize adventures into one memorable day on a tour from San Ignacio that starts with a visit to the Xunantunich Mayan ruins, once a major trading center and home to Belize’s highest Mayan temple. Learn about the site’s amazing history on a guided tour, and then gear up for underground cave tubing and a relaxing float down the Caves Branch River.

Discover two of Belize’s highlights in one day: explore the ancient Maya temples of Xunantunich, then float through underground rivers on a cave tubing adventure.This hassle-free experience is perfect for families, adventure seekers, and history buffs. Begin at Xunantunich, crossing the hand-cranked ferry and climbing the towering El Castillo pyramid for sweeping jungle views that stretch into Guatemala. Learn stories of Maya kings and rituals of this ancient city. Then cool off with a cave tubing adventure through Belize’s underground river system. Equipped with life vests, helmets, lights, and tubes, float past glittering formations and hidden chambers as guides reveal Maya legends of Xibalba, the underworld. - Cross the hand-cranked ferry and explore Maya temples with licensed local guides. - Float underground rivers on a cave tubing adventure. - Woman-owned operator for authentic care. - Small-group tour with lunch, equipment, transport and fees included.

A must-visit, even when on the shortest stays in our beautiful country. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. If that isn’t appealing enough, how about saddling up a horse and riding into the shadow of this Mayan temple. You're hit with how green and lush everything is. Some visitors might get to see a group of women doing laundry in the river while their children swim nearby, this is where you will board the hand-cranked ferry that has carried many thousands to and from the calm beauty of this Maya Temple. Here, you’ll dismount your horse and the journey to Xunantunich begins on the other bank of the river.. The temples are nestled in between lush rainforest whose trees may bloom vibrant red, yellow, orange, or pink in season. Bring along a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, along with an open heart to experience simplicity and visiting another world for a few hours.

Take an adventure in Belize at the Caves Branch, Nohoch Che’en. Take to the water with friends for an unforgettable few hours of fun in part of the country's largest cave system. Hike to the caves and enjoy beautiful scenery along the way. Once there, see Mayan paintings on the cave ceilings as you glide alongside schools of fish past stalactites. Learn about the history of the caves from your guide and enjoy cave tubing, kayaking and zip-lining on site.

Xunantunich with river tubing is an awesome combination tour. After hiking the beautiful Mayan site you will get to relax in an inner tube and float down the lazy Mopan river. Exploring some of the best flora and fauna that lay on the bank of the river edge. Floating down the river and being sun kissed by the sun on a beautiful day like a dream come true. It's an experience of a lifetime that you could enjoy with your other half, family or friends. Come and let your well trained tour guide make it one to remember.

Journey deep into Belize’s history and natural beauty on this full-day Caracol Maya Ruins Combo from San Ignacio. Explore towering temples where ancient kings once ruled. Step inside the cathedral-like Rio Frio Cave before cooling off at Big Rock Falls. With small groups and licensed local guides, you’ll experience breathtaking scenery, authentic stories, and time to connect with each site truly. Travel in comfort with hotel pickup, lunch, and all fees included—no hidden costs, no rush. As a woman-owned, community-based company, Ruwa Travels ensures your journey is safe, meaningful, and unforgettable. Highlights • Explore Caracol, Belize’s largest Maya city • Walk through Rio Frio Cave and swim at Big Rock Falls • Small-group tour with local guides and lunch included

Visit the legendary Maya city of Tikal on a full-day trip from San Ignacio, Belize. With border crossing logistics handled for you from start to finish. This all-inclusive experience includes roundtrip transportation, all fees, a licensed bilingual guide, and a hearty Guatemalan lunch, so you can focus on the adventure instead of the planning. Step inside Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site hidden deep in the rainforest. Your guide will bring the ancient city to life as you explore ceremonial plazas, temples, and archaeological complexes surrounded by jungle. Enjoy sweeping canopy views with sounds of nature all around. With seamless logistics, a comfortable pace, and knowledgeable local guidance, this is the easiest and most memorable way to experience Tikal as a day trip from Belize. Enjoy a stress-free border crossing, small group experience, while supporting local, woman owned operators.

A must-visit, even when on the shortest stays in our beautiful country. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. You’ll depart from your Hopkins where our guides will meet you before your drive to this temple. You'll know you're arriving when you spot the little falls of the Mopan River winding alongside the road through the village of San Jose Succotz. You're hit with how green and lush everything is. Some visitors will get to see a group of women doing laundry in the river while their children swim nearby.The temples are nestled in between lush rainforest whose trees may bloom vibrant red, yellow, orange, or pink in season. Bring along a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, along with an open heart to experience simplicity and visiting another world for a few hours.

Discover the history and natural beauty of the Barton Creek cave system on a canoe trip through its twisting passages. Glide through jungle riverways and under cathedral cave ceilings as an experienced guide shares information about the history and culture of the area while you look for stalactite formations and ancient artifacts in the cave. After the canoe journey, enjoy a picnic lunch and stop for a refreshing swim before returning to San Ignacio.

Come experience Belize’s Subtropical jungle when you Zip lining over the forest canopy and fly over the spectacular view of the Caves Branch River. The rainforest is home to a rich diversity of insects, birds and animals such as the spider monkeys and kinkajous which are spotted during the zip lining tour. You are fastened to a harness which is attached to a cable. The experienced guides will instruct you on how to push off from the platform and soar into the forest canopy. The tour is 30 minutes of aerial jungle tour zip lining through a series of 8 platforms. MINIMUM 2 PERSONS

Explore the mysteries of the Mayan underworld without getting bogged down with booking taxis and tickets on an expedition to Crystal Cave in Belize’s Blue Hole National Park. On this full-day trip from San Ignacio, a guide will lead you along a lush jungle trail to the cave entrance, where you’ll spelunk your way through limestone formations and encounter ceremonial artifacts left behind by the ancient Maya. You'll also visit the Blue Hole, a natural sinkhole surrounded by tropical forest.

Barton Creek Cave is a stream cave located near San Ignacio in the Cayo District. It was used by ancient Mayan people for ceremonial purposes and it was discovered in 1970 and studied by archeologists in 1998. As you enter Barton creek, you will enjoy the scenery of the Mennonite Community and their traditional lifestyle. During the tour you will see sparkling crystal formation and learn about the Mayan history, archaeology and geology. The tour consists of exploring 1 mile of the massive 4.5 long cave which is yet to be discovered. San Ignacio Butterfly Farm @ Midas Belize is on a 30 acre private reserve in San Ignacio Town with the Macal River. The wildlife entails of a Butterfly Farm and Trails where you will see Agouti's, Iguanas, Otters, Gibnats, wildcats, Grey Fox and over 60 species of Birds Toucans, Quetzal, Hummingbird MINIMUM 2 person required

Go on an adventure to this incredible sacred cave in Belize. Drive from San Ignacio to Actun Tunichil Muknal, otherwise known as the Cave of the Stone Sepulchre. Here, you’ll follow guides as you wade through rivers and hike through the jungle to reach the cave entrance. Explore the stalactites, boulders and chambers of the cave, until you reach the remains of Crystal Maiden, believed to once have been a sacrificial offering to Gods.

Embark on an extraordinary adventure from San Ignacio to the awe-inspiring ancient city of Tikal. Once a prominent hub of Mayan civilization, Tikal is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, venture into Tikal National Park where you will explore the fascinating ruins of Tikal and learn about the Mayan civilization and their impressive architectural achievements. This comprehensive tour includes round-trip transportation from your San Ignacio hotel, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free journey. All park fees are included in the tour package. • Explore Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • Tour the ancient ruins of Tikal with an expert guide. • Learn about the Mayan civilization and their impressive architectural achievements. • Enjoy the comfort and convenience of round-trip transportation from your San Ignacio hotel.

Set off with your guide on a scenic drive that passes through the traditional village of San Jose Succotz. As we approach Xunantunich, we will ferry cross the Mopan River on a historic hand-cranked ferry, followed by a mile drive to the hilltop site of Xunantunich. The partially-excavated and largest pyramid-El Castillo, stands at 130 ft. above the main plaza floor, offering an impressive 360 degree, panoramic view over the jungle canopy of the Mopan River Valley. We highly recommend climbing to the top of the El Castillo, If possible. Then unto Barton Creek through some beautiful hilly terrains. Barton creek is a natural limestone cave that was once used by Mayans for ceremonial activities. The cave can only be accessed by canoes, After entering the cave about a mile in paddling through the cathedral like chambers and wide passage caverns. You can also take a swim in the clear refreshing blue-like creek.

Travel from San Ignacio into the jungles of northern Belize on a small-group day tour that makes it easier to reach the remote Lamanai ruins. Cruise along the New River to the archaeological site, avoiding complex road routes and turning the journey itself into part of the experience. Once there, explore the temples, plazas, and former royal areas with a guide who provides context on the ancient Maya city.

Go on an adventure to a ceremonial cave near San Ignacio. On this day tour, you’ll be taken by a guide through a cave system that was once believed to be the entrance to the underworld. Learn about the ceremonies and sacrifices that occurred during the Maya civilization inside the caves, with old relics left behind for you to see. Enjoy a delicious and filling lunch after your hike and cave exploration.

Embark on a day of adventure as you explore Guatemala’s Tikal National Park, home to ancient Mayan ruins, beautiful views, and interesting wildlife. On this tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore over 3,000 ancient archeological structures and ruins including temples, pyramids, plazas, and more as you learn about ancient Mayan history and culture. Keep an eye out for wildlife like howler monkeys, coatis, and more as you explore the pathways of this beautiful national park and historic site.

Experience two Belizean cultures on a full-day trip from San Ignacio to a Maya village and Barton Creek, a conservative Mennonite community. Browse local handicrafts at a trio of women’s collectives, learn about Maya farming techniques, and enjoy a traditional local lunch. Continue to Barton Creek, where the Mennonites maintain a simple way of life using horse-drawn buggies, conservative religious clothing and few modern amenities. Learn the stories behind this German-speaking tropical culture, and get an insider’s look at Belize’s remarkable diversity.

Caracol is the tallest mayan structure standing at a height of 1600 feet above sea level, Caracol meaning (snail). Caracol is also located about 25 miles of the town of San Ignacio in the foothills of Chiquibul Forest Reserve in West Belize. Caracol was the largest Mayan city in Belize and hold 150,000 thousand people more that what Belize has in todays date. Caracol's settlement history dates back atleast to the early Pre-Classic (1000-800 B.C.) with monumental structures commencing in the late Pre-Classic (300 B.C.-200 A.D.). And then the Rio Frio Cave system is one of the largest opening cave system that is open for visitors. it also has an refreshing running water flowing through the center of the cave. with its amazing stalactites and stalagmites formation. Rio on Pools is one of the most refreshing water to take a refreshing bath after a long day of tour. You could swim and enjoy the water before heading back to you home away from home.

Mayan Caves and Temples With our ultimate Belizean adventure—the Xunantunich and Barton Creek Cave package—set out on an exhilarating journey! Discover the mysteries of the past Maya at Xunantunich, a place where imposing pyramids and ethereal tales come to life. As you explore this amazing archaeological site, experience the rush! After that, get ready for an exhilarating journey into Barton Creek Cave, a subterranean world of glistening waters and breathtaking rock formations. Take a thrilling canoe ride through the enigmatic passages, guided by geological and historical tales. Not just a trip, but an incredible exploration of Belize's hidden treasures is what this thrilling expedition promises. Book now for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure and seize the excitement!