Full-Day Caracol Maya Temple and Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

Recommended by 100% of travelers

San Ignacio, Belize

9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Close encounter with wildlife
Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
Get off the beaten track in a 4x4
Small group ensures personal service

What's Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Lunch
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Your driver guide will be holding a sign with your name for easy recognition. We will meet you at the bus terminal located at the SanIgnacio Welcome Center or we can pick you up at your hotel as long as it's within 10 km of San Ignacio town. We offer pick ups out of this 10km area for an additional fee.

Meeting point

Cayo Welcome Center & Tourist Information Center
San Ignacio, Belize
Your guide will be holding a sign with your name for easy recognition. We will meet you at the bus terminal located at the San Ignacio Welcome Center or we can pick you up at your hotel as long as it's within 10 km of San Ignacio town. We offer pick ups out of this 10km area for an additional fee

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

The Maya Ruins of Caracol

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Rio On Pools

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Rio Frio Cave

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 43 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 31 reviews

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Nature and History

Cristina_W, Mar 2026

We had a great time with Henry. He was a fabulous guide. Not only did we learn so much about Caracol, but Henry was very knowledgeable about birds. The trip was a great combo of nature and Mayan ruins.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hi Cristina, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had a great time exploring Caracol and the Pine Ridge area. Henry will be thrilled to know his knowledge made such an impact—he truly enjoys sharing both the rich history of the Maya site and the incredible wildlife, especially the birdlife, along the way. We’re so glad you enjoyed the combination of nature and history—it really is a special experience. Thank you again for choosing to tour with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!

Pedro did a wonderful job...

MaryJane_R, Feb 2026

Pedro did a wonderful job ! Walking round the ruins was wonderful. We got to walk into the cave and the pools after were great.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review, MaryJane! We’re thrilled to hear that your Caracol Maya Temple and Pine Ridge Forest Reserve tour was such a memorable experience. Exploring Caracol with Pedro clearly made it extra special — his guidance and knowledge bring the ruins to life. It’s wonderful to know you also enjoyed the cave and the refreshing pools afterward — the perfect way to round out a day of adventure and history. We’re so glad you had a great time and hope to welcome you back for more Belize explorations soon!

10 hours of fun. Best tour guide ever. Food A+

Gabriel_R, May 2024

Such a good trip. What really brought it above the rest was our tour guide. He got everybody talking and having fun. This is the best tour I ever took and the food was amazing they served. Provided a great value for the amount of time you got. To top it all off the tour guide told us to literally take all the time we wanted at the Rio on pools, we spent over an hour bathing in the pools and exploring.