Day Trips from Belize to Xunantunich

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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.

Visit Xunantunich, one of Belize’s most impressive Maya sites, famous for its towering structures and Belize’s largest royal tomb discovered in 2016. Begin in San Jose Succotz, crossing the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry. Explore El Castillo, a 130-foot pyramid offering panoramic jungle views and glimpses of Guatemala. Watch for howler monkeys and learn the story behind the name “Stone Woman” from local legend. After the ruins, visit San Ignacio Market to browse fresh produce, crafts, and spices, then explore downtown San Ignacio, enjoying its vibrant streets, cafés, shops, and authentic Belizean culture.

Combine the best of Belizean nature and culture on this combo tour that includes a visit to the Xunantunich ancient Mayan ruins and the Inland Blue Hole — a beautiful jungle lagoon. The ruins can be difficult to navigate on your own, but a guide explains the site’s fascinating history and helps you safely climb the highest stone temple in Belize. A picnic lunch and hotel pickup are included for a stress-free adventure.

Step back in time at one of Belize’s most impressive Mayan sites, the ancient city of Xunantunich. Cross a hand-cranked ferry to reach the hilltop ruins, where you can explore former palaces, plazas, and ball courts with a guide and climb to the top of a ceremonial stone temple. After this archaeological adventure, head to the Mountain Pine Ridge region for a refreshing swim in Big Rock Falls.

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.

Enjoy a full day of adventure by exploring a cave and temple from San Ignacio. Begin by heading to San Jose Succotz, a Maya village, where you’ll board a ferry to cross the Mopan River. From here, you’ll be immersed in beautiful jungle surrounding the Xunantunich Maya Temple. After exploring the temple with a guide, head to Actun Tunichil Muknal where you’ll hike and explore this natural cave steep in Mayan history and culture.

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.

See a different side of Belize on this day tour, which combines a visit to the Mayan ruins at Xunantunich with a horseback-riding adventure. You'll start at Hanna Stables, where you'll spend around an hour on a trail ride along the Mopan River. You'll then get off your horse and head over to Xunantunich on a hand-cranked ferry, where you'll have plenty of time to explore and take photos.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure during a high-octane day trip that combines three of Belize’s top attractions and activities—the Mayan ruins of Xunantunich, cave tubing and ziplining. As well as saving you the hassle of booking three separate tours, this small-group excursion is limited to 15 travelers, to ensure you receive personalized attention from your guide. Plus, you’ll see Belize from three different perspectives—land, water, and sky.

The atmospheric ruins of Xunantunich are some of the most-visited Mayan ruins in the world. During your stay in Belize, ensure you don’t miss the ancient archeological site on this 6-hour tour of Xunantunich, including cave tubing. Ideal for adventurous travelers, this excursion allows you to explore the Mayan ruins, hike through exotic rainforest, and ride an inflated inner tube down rivers running through darkened caverns. Entrance fees and round-trip transport from your Belize City hotel are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Take a break from beach combing and water sports to explore the ancient ruins and mysterious caves of the Cayo district on this full-day combo tour from Placencia. Visit the remnants of a once-mighty Mayan city at Xunantunich — where you can see all the way to Guatemala from the top of a pyramid — and then float through an underground network of caverns on a cave tubing adventure.

Prepare for a day filled with adventure on this guided tour from Hopkins. First, head to Xunantunich, located close to Belize’s western border. Here, catch panoramic views of the Cayo District and nearby Guatemala from atop El Castillo, the main temple of the archeological site. From there, travel to Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve for a cave tubing and ziplining adventure. Lunch and parking fees are included.

This guide-led experience brings travelers together for a well-paced look at the places and activities in the itinerary. The tour begins from Hopkins. At Xunantunich, walk through the ceremonial plazas, learn how the ancient city developed, and take in the wide Cayo District views around El Castillo. At the Inland Blue Hole, enjoy the forest setting and time at the natural freshwater pool—a refreshing break during the day. Allow about 6 hours for the full experience. This is a shared experience with a listed maximum of 15 travelers. transportation, entrance fees, guide service, lunch, bottled water, soft drinks, and juice are included. The experience is not wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers, travelers with back problems, and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Pair the history of Xunantunich with a genuine ranch horseback experience at Banana Bank Lodge & Jungle Horseback Adventures. After exploring the Maya site, meet the ranch team, receive a safety briefing, and be matched with a suitable horse. Follow the ranch guide along tropical trails and riverside countryside at a comfortable pace. The day combines archaeological interpretation with a guided ranch ride suited to first-time and experienced riders who can follow the safety instructions.

Combine three of Belize’s top natural and historical attractions on a combo tour that saves you the 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 ziplining satisfy an appetite for adventure. Note that the tour starts and ends in Belize City; water-taxi transfers from Caye Caulker are not included.

This guide-led experience brings travelers together for a well-paced look at the places and activities in the itinerary. At Xunantunich, walk through the ceremonial plazas, learn how the ancient city developed, and take in the wide Cayo District views around El Castillo. A hands-on chocolate-making experience introduces the cacao process and its long connection with Maya culture. Allow about 8 hours for the full experience. This is a shared experience with a listed maximum of 16 travelers. entrance fees, transportation, and bottled water are included. lunch is not included. The experience is not wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers, travelers with back problems, and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

This Xunantunich and horseback riding tour from San Ignacio combines two close-up ways of experiencing the Cayo landscape. Cross the Mopan River by hand-cranked ferry and explore Xunantunich’s plazas, palaces, carved friezes, and El Castillo with a local guide who explains Maya rulership, ceremony, astronomy, and regional connections. At Banana Bank Lodge & Jungle Horseback Adventures, meet the ranch team, receive a safety orientation, and ride through tropical trails and riverside countryside on a horse selected for your ability. The transition from ancient ceremonial architecture to working Belize ranch country gives the day unusual depth and variety. Travelers first see how the Maya built above the river valley, then experience the surrounding countryside at trail level from horseback. Because both experiences are rooted in the Cayo District, they feel naturally connected rather than assembled as unrelated stops.

Embark on a half-day adventure to Xunantunich and the Inland Blue Hole from Placencia. Prepare to be transported through time as you explore the national treasure of Xunantunich. Along the way, catch a glimpse of local life at the Mopan River. After immersing yourself in the wonders of Xunantunich, cool off with a dip in the enchanting Inland Blue Hole. This hidden gem, distinct from Belize's renowned Blue Hole in the Caribbean Sea, is nestled in lush woodlands.

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.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of archaeological sites, Xunantunich and Cahal Pech, on an enriching tour from San Ignacio. Travel deep into the Belizean jungle with a guide and discover Mayan structures and exotic flora and fauna. At Xunantunich, gaze at spectacular views of the lush forest from El Castillo, Belize’s second highest man-made structure, and marvel at the intriguing limestone structures of Cahal Pech. Gain fascinating insight into the history and culture of the Maya empire from your expert guide on this educational tour.

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.

In addition to a personal experience, you will - Have exclusive access to off the beaten path parts of the site - Climb one of the tallest Mayan structures - Smell and taste exotic wild plants - Connect with the world of the ancient Maya - Create lasting memories with loved ones - Learn about the lives of ordinary people - Have fun!

Ride a horse deep into the countryside on a 2-hour private riding tour from San Ignacio along the Kiskadee Trail, and explore open pasture, jungle trails and the scenic Mopan River. Watch for parrots, herons and kiskadees as you follow your guide along a gentle path that’s appropriate for all skill levels, then pause to visit an ancient Maya site. Take in the tropical sounds of bird song and monkey calls, and enjoy the serenity of this rural valley before finishing your tour with return transfer to San Ignacio.