Xunantunich Mayan Ruin and Cave Tubing from Placencia

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(5 reviews)

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

It’s going to be an eventful day so be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This tour will start with a journey from your Placencia accommodation. Our guides will be waiting on-site for you before heading off in air-conditioned transport to Xunantunich. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. It sits close to Belize’s western border and is a must-visit. Local souvenirs, hammocks, and blankets are available from the many vendors waiting alongside the river at the entrance to the hand-cranked ferry that has carried many thousands to and from the calm beauty of this Maya Temple.
The panoramic views of the Cayo District and nearby Guatemala from atop ‘El Castillo’ are stupendous! Come with an open heart to experience simplicity and visiting another world for a few hours before heading off to Jaguar Paw for cave tubing .

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Professional guide
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Placencia
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
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    Xunantunich

    Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. It sits close to Belize’s western border and is a must-visit. Local souvenirs, hammocks, and blankets are available from the many vendors waiting alongside the river at the entrance to the hand-cranked ferry that has carried many thousands to and from the calm beauty of this Maya Temple.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve

    Once at the entrance of the cave system, it’s time for your ancient Maya underworld adventure. You’ll see intricate crystalline formations that line the cave with a majestic rise and fall of stalagmites and stalactites that add to the serene richness and grandiose of Xibalba as it’s known. After exiting the cave, you’ll emerge into the sunlight and free float downstream, ushered by the gentle current and little rapids, to the harmony of birds and natural wildlife which routes back to where the tour

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is require
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Supplied by Private Belize Adventure

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Underground Tours
Nature Walks
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Cancellation Policy

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

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