What’s the best way to experience Altun Ha?

There are plenty of ways to experience Altun Ha. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Belize-City/Altun-Ha-Mayan-Site-tour-from-Belize-City/d5094-72497P5" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Altun Ha Mayan Site Tour From Belize City</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Belize-City/Cave-Tubing-and-Altun-Ha-Combo-Tour/d5094-18673P4" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cave Tubing and Altun Ha Mayan Ruin From Belize City With Lunch</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Belize-City/Belize-Mayan-Ruin-Altun-Ha/d5094-92428P8" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Guided Altun Ha Ruins, Rum Factory, & Belize Sign From Belize City</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Belize-City/Altun-Ha-And-Cave-Tubing-Excursion/d5094-9025P10" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Altun Ha and Cave Tubing Tour From Belize City</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Belize-City/Private-Altun-Ha-And-Cave-Tubing-from-Belize-City/d5094-9025P2" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Private Tour Of Altun Ha And Cave Tubing From Belize City</a></li></ul>

How much does it cost to visit Altun Ha in 2026?

The entry fee for Altun Ha currently costs around BZ$10. Many day trips from Belize City include admission to the archaeological site and take you to highlights along the way, such as a rum factory and the Belize sign, while some even include cave tubing. Excursions start from US$85 per person.

Is Altun Ha worth it?

Yes, Altun Ha is worth it, especially for history buffs. Dating back to 250 BC, the archaeological site was inhabited by around 10,000 Maya people. The well-preserved temples and residential structures are scattered among the jungle; it feels a million miles away from bustling Belize City, which is less than an hour away.

What are the must-see features at Altun Ha?

The must-see features at Altun Ha include the Temple of the Masonry Altars: a 53-foot (16-meter) temple that features on the logo of Belize’s national beer. Other highlights are Maya-made reservoirs. While the famous Kinich Ahau (Jade Head) was excavated here, the largest carved jade object found in Mesoamerica is locked away in the Central Bank of Belize.

Can you climb the temples at Altun Ha?

Yes, you can climb the two main temples at Altun Ha. While the Temple of the Masonry Altars offers an easier climb due to pathways and handrails, the unrestored Temple A-6 is the tallest building in Altun Ha, boasting panoramic views of the site and surrounding jungle.

How long should you spend at Altun Ha?

Most people find that 1–2 hours is enough time to explore Altun Ha. However, it takes around one hour each way to drive from Belize City without traffic, so factor that into your visit. Tour options range from half-day to full-day excursions, depending on whether they include cave tubing or other stops.

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

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Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City

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What makes this activity unique is the combination of Belize’s rich cultural history and natural beauty in a single day. You’ll explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Altun Ha, uncovering fascinating stories of a civilization long past, then immerse yourself in the rainforest on a peaceful guided nature walk under lush tree canopies. Finally, you’ll experience the thrill and serenity of cave tubing through Belize’s mystical underground rivers, surrounded by stunning stalactites and stalagmites. This tour is special because it blends history, adventure, and nature seamlessly, giving you a full, immersive Belizean experience that few other tours offer.

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Altun Ha Mayan Ruins and Cave Tubing With Belize Landquest

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cave Tubing and Altun Ha Mayan Ruin from Belize City with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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Altun Ha Temple & Howler Monkey Sanctuary

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Bring some adventure to your Belize vacation or cruise ship stopover with a cave kayaking tour from Belize City to Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve. Feel safe and secure in a hard-shelled sit-on-top kayak as you paddle your way around the Caves Branch River with a guide. You’ll also get to explore Belize City with your guide, stopping for lunch (own expense) along the way.

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Altun Ha & Cave Tube

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Howler Monkeys and Mayan Adventure at Altun Ha

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Altun Ha Maya And Howler Monkey Shore Excursion

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Altun Ha, Monkey Sanctuary and Rum Factory Tour from Belize City

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Guided Altun Ha Ruins, Rum factory & Belize sign from Belize City

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

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Cave Kayaking or tubing, Ziplines and Altun Ha V.i.V.

Explore the legacy of the ancient Mayan civilization in Belize, from the mighty pyramids of Altun Ha to the mysterious underworld known as Xibalba. Channel your inner archaeologist at the ruins of a once-mighty Mayan city, where you roam among sacred temples and altars that rise out of the jungle. Then, after trekking through the Belizean rain forest to reach an underground cave system, kayak inside a series of caverns studded with rock formations and a subterranean waterfall deep in the Maya Mountains.

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Cave Kayaking or tubing, Ziplines and Altun Ha V.i.V.

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Discover both modern and ancient Belize on a small-group tour of Altun Ha, a once-mighty Mayan city, and the old colonial capital of Belize City. Venture into the rain forest to the archaeological site where ceremonial temples and a famous jade carving were unearthed for a fascinating look at this Mesoamerican culture. Enjoy a typical Belizean lunch and time to shop for souvenirs on this half-day adventure that makes a great shore excursion for cruise ship passengers.

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Altun Ha and Belize City Tour

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Altun Ha & Baboon Sanctuary from Caye Caulker

Pair Maya archaeology with community-led wildlife conservation. At Altun Ha, explore the ceremonial plazas and temples while your guide explains the history and trade connections of the ancient city. At the Community Baboon Sanctuary, learn how local landowners protect the habitat of Belize’s black howler monkeys and listen for their powerful calls in the forest. This shared tour connects Belize’s cultural history with a living conservation story.

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Altun Ha & Baboon Sanctuary from Caye Caulker

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Combine ancient Maya history and rainforest wildlife on a guided tour from Belize City to Altun Ha and a howler monkey sanctuary. Explore the 2,000-year-old ruins of Altun Ha while learning about the archaeological site's past, then follow a rainforest trail in search of howler monkeys in their natural habitat. The contrast between towering Maya ruins and Belize’s living jungle makes this a varied cultural and wildlife experience.

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Monkeys and Maya Temples

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Private Cave Tubing & Altun Ha

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Learn about 3,000-year-old Mayan civilization with a visit to Altun Ha, then go tubing in the Branch Rivera Caves during this 6-hour adventure from Belize City. At Altun Ha, walk through the two ancient plazas that once served as center of commerce for 10,000 Mayan residents trading jade and obsidian. With your adventure guide, hike 30 minutes to the entrance of the cave, then hop on an inner tube and float through the underground network of rivers. No experience is necessary; this activity is suitable for participants of all fitness levels. A traditional Belizean lunch with refreshments and round-trip transportation from centrally located Belize City hotels, the airport or the cruise port are included.

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Altun Ha and Cave Tubing Tour from Belize City

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This Altun Ha and Community Baboon Sanctuary tour from San Pedro connects Belizean archaeology with community-led wildlife conservation. At Altun Ha, explore ceremonial plazas and temples while your guide explains how the city’s location supported trade between the Caribbean coast and inland Maya communities. The experience then moves to Bermudian Landing, where black howler monkeys—known locally as baboons—live within a landscape protected through cooperation among seven villages and private landowners. Learn how the sanctuary maintains forest corridors, supports coexistence between people and wildlife, and became an important Belize conservation model. Listen for the howlers’ powerful calls and observe the forest with a better understanding of the community work behind it. What makes this tour unique is the shared preservation theme. Altun Ha protects the physical evidence of an ancient civilization, while the sanctuary protects a living species and the habitat it needs.

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Altun Ha and Baboon Sanctuary from San Pedro

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Travel off the beaten path in Belize with a Jeep tour through the rainforest and a visit to the ancient Mayan ruins of Altun Ha. Climb to the top of a ceremonial stone pyramid and explore other aspects of the once-powerful pre-Colombian city with a guide, and then venture into the surrounding jungle on a 4x4 ride to a secluded cave. A riverside picnic rounds out the exciting archaeological adventure.

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Jungle Jeep and Altun Ha Tour

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Discover a ruined Maya city and float through a series of flooded caves with a 6-hour private tour from Belize City to Altun Ha and the Caves Branch River. Explore broad plazas and towering pyramids as you visit the archeological site with your guide, and see the precious treasures excavated from the Temple of the Green Tomb. Hike through a lush forest to the Caves Branch River, then go tubing through soaring caverns as your headlight illuminates cave walls that glint with crystal formations and stalactites.

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Private Tour OF Altun Ha And Cave Tubing from Belize City

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See two sides of Belize in one guided day. At Altun Ha, walk through the ceremonial plazas and major temples while your local guide explains the Maya city’s trade routes, architecture, and history. Continue through Belize City to see important landmarks and hear the stories behind the country’s historic commercial center. This shared experience combines archaeology, culture, and local perspective without rushing either stop.

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Altun Ha & Belize City Tour from Caye Caulker

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Best guides and best presentation of the tours. We are very knowledgeable of this tour and you will have the best day with us.This Tour is unique because its your getting a lot done in one day and its in a fun filled learning experience. Three Tours in one days save you quite a bit and allows you to keep on the move for the day and not waiting or killing time waiting for others in line a special tour for special energetic people. Imagine being on top of the world on a Mayan Temple one min and then a half hour later being in the underworld where the Maya make sacrifices and offerings to their Gods. Also spending a little time with local vendors is a must so you can get you local souvenirs...A great day to remember

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Private Zipline Cavetubing and Altun Ha

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Combine a private tour of Belize City with a visit to the archaeological site at Altun Ha on this shore excursion from Belize City. Start with a drive through Belize City's "Old Capital" area to learn about local history, then explore ancient Mayan ruins at Altun Ha. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with admission fees included. This private tour accommodates groups of four to 14 people.

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Private Altun Ha Maya Archeology & Belize City Shore Excursion.

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Cave Tubing and Altun Ha Mayan Ruin from Belize City with Lunch

terence_n, Jul 2026

Belizean "bon adventure"

Cave tubing, with the nature walk to, and the waterfall in, was extraordinary! Mom's home cooked chicken, rice and beans, and plantains, meal was just delicious! Altun Ha with its plazas, and temples you can actually climb, was overwhelming! Belizean "roads" are a disaster, going anywhere takes way more time than it should.

Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City

Maiya_M, Sept 2026

It was a great tour! Our...

It was a great tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable which makes us want to come back and explore more! Thank you again!

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

Kimberly_J, Sept 2026

Watch weather. Rain can...

Watch weather. Rain can really impact the experience. Remember to wear sunscreen the sun is wonderful

Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City

Roger_S, Aug 2026

Amazing experience

Our driver Fred was amazing and very knowledgeable about our tour. This gentleman he’s a great Saleman to have on your team. A++

Cave Kayaking or tubing, Ziplines and Altun Ha V.i.V.

Emily_M, Jun 2026

Wonderful experience

Our guide, Nas, was really knowledgeable about local plants and animals, and he was able to share that with us on the tour. There were only two of us, so he customized it to what we were interested in. We also were able to see more of the cave system in kayaks than we would have in tubes, so I'm glad we went with that option.

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Ruins of the ancient Mayan archaeological site Altun Ha, Belize.

No one is allowed to climb the steps of the actual ruins, but there is a walkway to reach the top.
Remember to bring insect repellent and water.
Restrooms, souvenirs, and food and drink are available on-site.

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