Tours in San Ignacio

Actun Tunichil Muknal is a mysterious and beautiful portal to the ancient Maya and their traditions, ceremonies and spirituality. This cave system served as a ceremonial site where the Maya performed sacrifices and other ceremonies as they dealt with extreme and harsh conditions in times of drought. Explore this lush area surrounded by beautiful jungles, and the cave entrance is traversed by swimming across a crystal clear spring fed pool. Spend 3 hours in the cave after hiking in through the rain forest. Here you will see stunning artifacts, altars and the crystallized skeletons of the sacrificed girl, The Crystal Maiden.

Take a day trip from San Ignacio to the Mayan ruins of Tikal, located in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal). A professional guide leads you on a tour of the famous archeological site, once inhabited by the pre-Columbian Mayan civilization. Step foot in the heart of the jungle and experience Guatemalan history, culture, and nature all in one day! Round-trip hotel transport, crossing the border from Belize, is included.

This amazing combination tour involves a 30-minute hike to the entrance of the cave, floating through the largest cave system in all of Central America and a thrilling experience as you soar through the jungle treetops while enjoying a bird’s eye view of the jungle canopy. Small groups range from 6 to 8 persons. Availability of this tour is dependent on local weather conditions.

An adventurous full day starts with a 15 minute drive from your hotel in San Ignacio to Xunantunich. After exploring & climbing El Castillo and rest of the Maya site you will then be driving (approx 1.5hrs) to 'Jaguar Paw' where you will enjoy lunch before getting your cave tubing gear before hiking (approx 20 - 30 mins depending on your pace) to the starting point of the cave tubing tour. Go cave tubing, through the crystalline water of this underground system and enjoy a relaxing tubing adventure.  (This tour may be affected by seasonal rains - flash floods, so your tour may be susceptible to changes only during extremely wet days) (lunch is sometimes home made packed lunch (especially for special dietary needs) OR lunch at a local restaurant at 'Jaguar Paw') Private tours can be arranged. Shared tours can be only 2 of you, if you are the only 2ppl for this tour date (rarely 6 or 8ppl) Families/groups larger than 5ppl automatically get private tour)

Explore the hidden chambers and crystalline waters of the Mayan underworld at Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM), featured in National Geographic! Swim into the mysterious cave, which the ancient Mayas considered to be a portal to the underworld, known as Xibalba. This day trip from San Ignacio includes a 1.5-hour round-trip hike in Tapir Nature Reserve and lunch at the cave entrance. Climb, crawl, swim and play in the water passage as you enter the caverns, and delight in the refreshing waters of the Roaring River before and after your spelunking adventure.

This tour consists of guided visits to a Cave and a Maya Temple. All in one full day of adventure. We visit Actunich Tunich Muknal Cave followed by the Maya Temple of Xunantunich. This combo tour begins at 8:00am and concludes around 5:00pm.

Board the jungle pontoon and let it be your river gypsy guide as you sail to meet three beautiful waterfalls! With optional swimming, hiking, cliff jumps and tubing. Spot different flora and fauna from on board your jungle pontoon as you cruise along, through the Mayan mountains.This fun-filled adventure is perfect for all ages and fitness levels, and a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience you won't want to miss!

Adventure through Belize on this tour of the Maya Ruins in the ancient city of Caracol. This guided tour explores jungle archaeological sites including pyramid temples, plazas and monuments. Journey to the Mountain Pine Ridge with stops at Rio On Pools and Rio Frio Cave for a refreshing swim in the crystal waters. Enjoy a homemade Belizean style picnic lunch with soft drinks and rum punch. This tour includes guide, entrance fees, lunch with drinks and round-trip transportation.

Visit the Majestic Mayan Temples of Xunantunich! Come and discover the famous "Maiden of the Rock", climb atop the one of Belize's tallest Mayan Temples- El Castillo (the castle)! From standing atop the 13 layers of heaven, you will then venture into the mystical, Mayan mountains and board a Jungle pontoon boat to visit the mystic jungle and hidden waterfalls on the Macal River!

Small groups for a personalized experience. Convenient pick up and drop off at your hotel within 20km of San Ignacio town. Xunantunich Maya Temple means “Maiden of the Rock," and it is located only 30 minutes south-west of San Ignacio Town, in the beautiful village of San Jose Succotz. This makes this site one of the most accessible Maya Temples in the area. To gain access to this magnificent site one must cross the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry. This is also a great place to pick up souvenirs and popular gift items like hand-made hammocks, slate carvings, jewelry, etc.

Private tour. Sit down lunch. Convenient pick up and drop off at your hotel within 20km of San Ignacio town. At your own pace. Personalized experience. Tikal or “Place of Voices” was the largest city of the Maya Classic Period with a population estimated to have been over 90,000 at its peak. An early departure is required for this full-day adventure beginning with pickup at hotel followed by a 20 minute drive to the Western Border of Belize and Guatemala. After crossing the border enjoy a very scenic 1.5 hours’ drive to Tikal. After a fun day of hiking, exploring and learning about the Maya history and culture, the day’s adventure will conclude with a well-deserved delicious lunch.

learn about local use of plants while hiking to the starting point for Cave Tubing. hear the importance of the Cave to the Mayas and also local knowledge of the Maya Culture. Tube into several cave, swim to the secret chamber and observe Maya Artifacts and Beautiful Cave Formation.

What's unique about this tour is the terrain we take, the waterfall can only be accessed via an ATV/4x4. Guests will traverse through the scenic rainforest and mountain trails in a secluded, natural area while riding on a brand new 2021 Honda Rancher ATV with experienced local guide leading the way. It's like having a private waterfall where you can splash, swim, jump off the rocks and take photos.

Saddle up and get ready for a horseback-riding adventure in Belize. Ride through the heart of the Maya Mountains to reach Minanha, the 'Forgotten Jungle City.' You'll have time to explore the ruins of this lost Maya city, check out a ceremonial cave, and enter secret chambers. Lunch is included.

This combination tour consists of a morning tour of Xunantunich Maya Temple which is located 20 minutes driving distance from San Ignacio Town in the Maya Village of San Jose Succotz. To get to the site one must cross the Mopan River by a hand cranked ferry, which then gives us access to the one mile ascent into one of Belize’s most popular sites. Here you will enjoy sightings of pristine jungle surroundings, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, birds and iguanas. After lunch we head to Barton Creek Cave, which was once used by the Maya as a sacred ceremonial site. This cave is only accessible by canoe and requires minimal physical activity as you glide along gently. The drive to the cave is very scenic, passing through a few Maya Villages along the way. Formations of stalactites and stalagmites found inside are remarkable. This combo tour begins at 8:30am and concludes around 4:30pm.  This is a great option for families and fun for all ages.

Imagine floating on a clear cool river through ancient caves lined with crystals and filled with mystery. Your Belize cave tubing adventure will be an unforgettable experience as you see the best of Belize inland activities with amazing scenery and a relaxing day in the jungle and on the river. Everything is provided, from equipment, to guide to food. All you have to do is bring yourself and your sense of adventure!

Private jungle terrain as we ride through the farmland of Cristo Rey and San Antonio Villages village.

You and Only your group take a horseback ride to the amazing Mayan ruins of about 1.5 ride each way on a private tour for your party only; flexible schedule: 8am pickup or 9am pickup, you choose the length of time you take at Xunantunich. You also have the freedom to ride both ways or only one way followed by lunch at a local restaurant at the end of tour, pickup & drop off to your hotel in San Ignacio town.

Travel through time to the mysterious world of the ancient Maya at Caracol, the largest Mayan site in Belize! Located deep within the Chiquibul Forest Reserve and nestled amid high-canopy jungle, the archaeological complex includes five plazas, an astronomic observatory and thousands of buildings. You’ll learn about Caracol’s agricultural practices, sacred rituals and their historic defeat of Tikal as you tour the site with your knowledgeable guide. This day trip from San Ignacio includes round-trip hotel transport by minivan or SUV.

Our sunrise tour starts at 2:30 a.m. from San Ignacio Town toward the Western Border in Benque Viejo Town. Guests are assisted with safely crossing the border into Guatemala where they are greeted with by a fluent English-speaking tour guide. The guide will then drive 1.5 hours through beautiful scenery. Explore the Tikal National Park and learn of the daily life and practices of the ancient Mayas and appreciate the jungle from the top of a Mayan pyramid. Your guide will take you to Temple IV to have the best view of one of the most amazing sunrises you will ever see. You will experience the awakening of the beings of the Maya jungle and you will see the fauna and hear the jungle come to life, with the singing of bird and animals, its a daily celebration in Tikal. After the tour, you will enjoy a meal at a local restaurant which offers a vary of cuisine and you will have a chance to shop for souvenirs before heading back across the border of Belize. Minimum Requirement: Two persons

Tikal is an ancient metropolis just a short distance across the border in Guatemala. Enjoy the spectacular temples and sprawling archaeological site with your professional guide. Listen as they provide the history and significance of the structures, monuments and stellar of the Maya civilization from centuries past. Bring your passport and take this great opportunity to discover this amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Small groups for a personalized experience. Convenient pick up and drop off at your hotel within 20km of San Ignacio town. This combination tour includes a visit to The Barton Creek Cave and Big Rock Waterfall located in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Barton Creek Cave was once an ancient Maya burial site. It is only accessible by canoe and requires minimal physical activity as you glide along gently. The drive to the cave is very scenic, passing through a few Maya Villages along the way.  This tour is slow paced, educational, and fun for all ages. After the Cave tour is complete we drive to Big Rock Falls located approximately forty-five minutes away; a great swimming spot. This combo tour is a full day tour that leaves from San Ignacio at 8:30am and returns at 4:00pm. Lunch is included.

Experience a special combo of amazing horseback riding and Mayan ruins. Relax on your horse, away from the crowds while enjoying a ride on well-trained Appaloosa, Criollo and Quarter horses in the company of local professional guides. Ride at a gentle pace on ancient Maya land, open savannah, riverside & jungle trails where you may encounter exotic wildlife and enjoy the beautiful scenery along part of the Mopan River to the Majestic Xunantunich Maya site. Let this Maya site ignite your imagination of who built these impressive stone structures as you explore ancient pathways like the ancients of yesteryear. After an hour tour of the site, you will be more than happy for your ride back to St Leonard's Stable. (RECOMMENDED for persons with some outdoor riding experience) Horses & Maya site, the perfect tour of the countryside. please call for availability of groups of 11-12pp

Small groups for a personalized experience. Convenient pick up and drop off at your hotel within 20km of San Ignacio town This Maya archaeological site is located in the Cayo District of Belize. It is situated 40 kilometers south of San Ignacio Town, Cayo and rests on the Vaca Plateau at an elevation of 500 meters above sea-level. It is now known that Caracol was one of the most important regional political centers of the Maya Lowlands during the Classic Period. While hiking through this magnificent site, wildlife sightings of monkeys and birds add to the experience. Also included is a visit to the Rio Frio cave and Rio On Pools.