Altun Ha Ruins Monkey Sanctuary and Rum Tour from Belize

4.5
(30 reviews)
Belize City, Belize

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience three of Belize’s top attractions in one seamless half-day adventure! Designed specifically for cruise passengers and busy travelers, this action-packed tour packs ancient history, wild rainforest encounters, and local spirits into an easy morning, getting you back in plenty of time to relax or catch your ship.

Travel in cool, air-conditioned comfort with a friendly local guide as you visit the towering stone pyramids of Altun Ha, where you can climb to the top for sweeping jungle views. Next, head to the Community Baboon Sanctuary to spot wild black howler monkeys in the treetops and hear their famous roar echo across the forest.

Wrap up your excursion at Travellers Liquors for a museum tour and free tastings of authentic Belizean rums, brandies, and tropical fruit wines (replaced with a scenic Belize City sightseeing tour on Sundays and holidays).

What's Included

Bottled Water
Guided tour and rum tastings at Travellers Liquors Heritage Center
Guided wildlife walk to observe black howler monkeys
Professional licensed local guide and driver
Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from Belize City
Hotel, Airbnb, and water taxi terminal pickup in Belize City
Admission ticket to Altun Ha Archaeological Reserve and on-site museum
Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
Full-sized bottles of rum or gift shop souvenirs

Meeting and pickup

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

This tour departs at 8:30 a.m from your booking location. You'll meet your guide waiting with a sign that says Royal Belizean Adventures.

Meeting points
Airports: The terminal exit
Water taxi: The baggage claim
Cruise port: Terminal one
Hotels: Hotel Lobby
Airbnb/Guesthouse: Outside the gate

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Altun Ha

    Visit each temple and learn the history behind them from your professional guide. Take unlimited pictures and become submerged in the culture. After a fully guided tour, you will visit the museum and souvenir area.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Community Baboon Sanctuary

    Experience the Black Howler Monkeys in their natural habitats as you doze away at their immense beauty. Your private guide will teach you about these animals as well as have them howl and come close for the best view and pictures. Plenty of wild birds and plants to see along the way.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    You can choose to start the party early by stopping at the rum factory on the way to the ruins or opp to do it on your return. However you choose to do it; your experience will be memorable as you enjoy multiple tastings and samples of the different local rums, wines, brandy and much more. You’ll also do a short walking tour of the museum; were you'll learn the history of the factory and rum making in early and present Belize. * SPECIAL NOTE The rum factory is CLOSED on Sundays and certain Belizean public and bank holidays, and therefore we will substitute this stop with a full Belize City tour. You'll see both the north and south sides of Belize City, as well as learn and see the historic sites that serve as pillars of Belize's history. Feel free to stop and hop out to take pictures.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Royal Belizean Adventures

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Sightseeing Packages
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Eco Tours
Archaeology Tours
Distillery Tours
Sightseeing Passes
Nature Walks
Pack Animal Tours
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
Museums
Natural Attractions
Ancient Ruins
Monuments and Memorials
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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