Altun Ha Temple & Howler Monkey Sanctuary

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Walk the footsteps of the ancient Maya - marvel at the immense structures built without modern day technology - delve into the history and mystery of the Maya while exploring this fascinating site. At the Temple of the Masonry Altar, the solid jade head carving of the Maya sun god was discovered! The view from atop is beautiful and offers a panoramic view of this Mayan site as well as the surrounding pristine jungle.

Then journey to Bermuda Landing Village, home to the Black Howler Monkey Sanctuary. Be amazed at the roar of these small creatures make as they call across the jungle canopy! Hike along jungle trails while you try to catch a glimpse of them in the treetops and perhaps coax one down out of the trees for an upclose experience!

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

meet & greet with round trip air-conditioned transfers

local Belizean lunch with beverage

licensed, professionally guided tours

government tax GST @ US$15 pp, payable on tour date

Altun Ha Park

Howler Monkey Park

supplement may apply if the final group size is less than 4

tour pick up starts in Belize City

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Altun Ha

The Altun Ha Mayan Ruins in Belize showcase the impressive architectural achievements of the Mayan civilization from over 2,000 years ago. Though smaller compared to other sites in Belize, this significant temple played a key role as a vital trading post for the Mayans.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Included

Bermudian Landing

Experience village life and the home of the small - but super load - black howler monkey of Belize!

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Altun Ha Temple & Howler Monkey Sanctuary

Pickup included

Reviews

4.81

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun filled day!
Nicci B,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This excursion the best way to spend our 1 day in Belize. We visited while cruising and only had 8hrs at port and this was the best thing! Our tour guide picked us up at port, very helpful and guided us through the city. First stop was Altun Ha Temple. He was very knowledgeable and friendly making the time there so special. Next stop was lunch at a local spot that as a tourist we would have never found. Then we drove to the monkey sanctuary. This is where we met a cute troop of local primates that we were able to feed. The entire day was filled with one amazing lifetime experience after another.
We had an amazing...
Jack B,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing experience with our tour guide Elvin. He was super knowledgeable and gave us a lot of information about the temple as well as local tips. We even stopped for some wine tastings on the side of the road! At the Monkey Sanctuary, Robert was our guide and he also was extremely knowledgeable about the monkeys and a lot of the birds we saw. Both experiences were incredible and highly recommended. I’d be sure to bring bug spray for both of these activities.
Tarik gave the best tour, ask for him and you won't be disappointed.
798kellenr,
May 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an excellent guided trip. ASK for Tarik as your tour guide, seriously. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. He treated us to some local cashew fruit and custard apple, local cashew and blackberry wine tasting, and of course the Mayan Ruins and Howler monkeys. He also knows the best spot for lunch. Highly recommend.
Altun Ha and the Monkey Santuary Private tour
carmenmA9893ZP,
Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were staying at the Belize River Lodge and had a day off from fishing, and they coordinated this tour for us. Erolyn was our driver, and she was wonderful,in addition to being a great driver! We visited the Howler Monkey Santuary, and we were able to see and learn about the monkeys and other flora & fauna in that area. The Howler monkeys were definitely close enough to see and hear. We then traveled on to Altun Ha, and we're able to visit the Archeological Site at our own pace without the pressure of a large tour group. Erolyn was a font of information, answering our many questions. We enjoyed our day with her. It was spectacular.
What an amazing adventure, you will not be disappointed
Paul S,
Feb 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I have to be honest, I thought our day was going to be miserable. It was raining all day, hard. The folks at UpClose Belize really came through. Angie checked in on us with the pick up point and quickly responded to every email sent along the way. Our tour guide Elvin made all the difference in the world with his vast knowledge of Belize and all of the towns and villages we drove through before arriving at the temples. He described each area with a knowledge and passion like no other. Informing us of how things came about, local customs, as well as the local people living there. Once we arrived at the site, his knowledge of the Mayans and their traditions was absolutely amazing. He did not at any time seem like he was reciting from a script. This young man never faltered in his descriptions or in his knowledge even though the rains were drenching him to his very core. He stood proud of his knowledge and proud of the ancient traditions he described. The howler monkey part of the tour was also amazing with the vast knowledge of the local forest and indigenous plant life. Dwayne was very knowledgeable with the plant life as well as the local area. At first the monkeys would not cooperate as it was down-pouring during this as well. Eventually they came out to great their guest. It was great to see a small section of forest acting as a reserve for the howler monkeys that the locals seem to respect immensely. I would definitely recommend this tour and definitely recommend you book with UpClose Belize.
Amazing experience
797karolinag,
Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was amazing, I could pet the monkeys in the jungle and visit Mayan ruins. Everything with amazing guides with lot of knowledge and amazing sense of humour! So it was great fun! Highly recommended
Impressive temple and cute monkeys
leilah H,
Oct 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Impressive temple complex made even better by no crowds. Walk in the jungle was interesting and interaction with monkeys was very cute.
Excellent tour company!
Leilah Hillman,
Oct 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Incredible tour with Elvin today. The Mayan ruins were stunning and he was an excellent tour guide and host. The howler monkeys were awesome!
Great time. Laid back and fun
Zach W,
Aug 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience. Elvin was a great guide and was very knowledgeable. He was very laid back and funny and really made my day enjoyable. Altun Ha was nice to see and seeing the monkeys up close was something I won't forget. Our guide Robert at the sanctuary told us we don't always see the monkeys but he was able to find them and even get them howling my mimicking their noises.
Expensive combination not good value
Sarwat S,
May 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00
Not great value for money as USD 135pp was just for transportation. Although our tour guide waa good, and altun Ha part good, the Howler Monkeys experience waa disappointing overall....