Caracol Day Trip & Water Falls from San Ignacio

4.8
(41 reviews)
San Ignacio, Belize

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Belize Family Adventure offers more than a quick photo stop at Caracol. Our 3-hour guided tour gives ample time to explore Belize's largest Maya city — climbing temples and learning about ancient rituals and discoveries. The scenic drive through Chiquibul Forest Reserve becomes part of the adventure, with chances to spot wildlife along the way. Our guides bring the history to life with engaging storytelling for the whole family. We round out the day with a stop at Rio Frio Cave, a local lunch, and a refreshing swim at Rio On Pools or Big Rock Waterfalls — a complete, well-paced adventure rather than a single-stop excursion.

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio Town
Snacks
Lunch
Bring Reusable water bottles
Gratuities
Box lunch
Hotel Pick up and Drop off outside of San Ignacio town limits

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer free pick up for hotels within San Ignacio town limits. For hotels out of town, can pick up for an additional surcharge.

OR
Meeting point
5W29+WX6

Unit 2 inside the Belize Caving Expeditions Office

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Maya Ruins of Caracol

    Caracol Archaeological Site – The largest Maya city ever discovered in Belize, once home to over 100,000 residents Caana ("Sky Palace") – Caracol's tallest structure and still one of the tallest man-made structures in Belize, offering sweeping views over the surrounding jungle canopy Ancient Maya Causeways – ceremonial roadways once used to connect different areas of the city Stelae and Carved Monuments – Ancient stone monuments inscribed with Maya hieroglyphs, offering insight into the city's rulers and history Surrounding Rainforest Wildlife – Opportunities to spot native flora and fauna, including birds and wildlife along the drive and trails

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve (Pass by)

    Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve – A scenic protected reserve featuring unique pine forest landscapes rarely found elsewhere in Belize

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rio On Pools

    After enjoying touring around the Maya site and enjoying a delicious packed lunch, you will have the option of choosing either between the Rio On Pools or Big Rock for a quick swim in the cooling water holes.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Big Rock Falls

    After enjoying touring around the Maya site and enjoying a delicious packed lunch, you will have the option of choosing either between the Rio On Pools or Big Rock for a quick swim in the cooling water holes.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Rio Frio Cave

    A striking natural cave formation in Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, reached by a short jungle walk

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Chiquibul Forest Reserve – Belize's largest forest reserve, home to rich biodiversity and dramatic rainforest scenery

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note: a minimum of 2 passengers is required in order for this tour to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Hotel pick up and drop off included is for hotels within San Ignacio town limits. For hotels outside of San Ignacio town, a surcharge applies.
  • Bring reusable Water bottle
Supplied by Belize Family Adventure

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more

Rating

4.8 Based on 41 41 reviews
5 stars
36
4 stars
3
3 stars
2
2 stars
0
1 star
0
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}