Full-Day Caracol Maya Temple and Pine Ridge Forest Reserve
Overview
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9 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Maya Ruins of Caracol
Hiking, Climbing pyramids, bird watching and wild life spotting.
Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve
On the way back from Caracol, we will stop at Rio On Pools for a refreshing swim.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Lunch
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Caracol Maya Temple
Lunch and refreshments
Pickup included
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nature and History
Cristina W,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time with Henry. He was a fabulous guide. Not only did we learn so much about Caracol, but Henry was very knowledgeable about birds. The trip was a great combo of nature and Mayan ruins.
Amazing tour with Pedro!
AEDaggett,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a relaxing and perfect day. Pedro was our guide. So nice. Extremely knowledgeable. He made sure we lacked for nothing. The food was delicious and the entire experience was awesome 👍
A plus service
MelindaM161,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Wish I could remember the name of our guide who drove us there because he was such a gentleman trying to assist my 80 year old sister,. The guide from the company who we joined was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Lunch was great.
Pedro did a wonderful job...
MaryJane R,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pedro did a wonderful job ! Walking round the ruins was wonderful. We got to walk into the cave and the pools after were great.
Caracol, magnificent Mayan experience
edo144,Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptional tour guide and driver. Very knowledgeable. The road in is not for the faint of heart but our driver made it very easily.
Wonderful experience
268cyrilr,Jan 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We arrived yesterday in town with in mind to do the ruins of Caracol and the mountain pine ridge forest waterfalls. We were very well received in the agency and a tour almost safe measure was offered to us for 130USD pp. Today departure 8am with Pedro and Abner for an exceptional day, kindness, explanations and security whether to climb the steps of Caracol or swim in the waterfall. Thank you very much!
10 hours of fun. Best tour guide ever. Food A+
Gabriel R,May 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a good trip. What really brought it above the rest was our tour guide. He got everybody talking and having fun. This is the best tour I ever took and the food was amazing they served. Provided a great value for the amount of time you got. To top it all off the tour guide told us to literally take all the time we wanted at the Rio on pools, we spent over an hour bathing in the pools and exploring.
Don’t tell anyone, but the roads are WAY better than the reviews say.
crusher22,May 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing I think at this point in our trip we wanted to take Dimas everywhere with us. He could literally find tarantulas in the grass, and knew everything about this beautiful place. What a great opportunity to compare Tikal’s rival city, and far more shaded too. Of course we climbed all over, and the views were incredible. Again Dimas showed us birds (those nests), and really brought the history to life with his knowledge of the site.
Incredible Mayan Caracol tour and caves and pools
MarkK347,May 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible day tour w this operator - all of their staff were super friendly and helpful and not pushy - our tour guide O’Neil was super knowledgeable and thoughtful and we were taken care of throughout the day - the food was so fresh and tasty and we loved the Caracol Mayan ruins, The open ended cave of Rio Frio and also the swimming pools to cool off and relax at the end - the vehicle was air conditioned and we also got to see a toucan which was amazing for us. I would highly recommend this company and their guides. Top notch.
Caracol and cave exploration
davidhP9047QZ,Apr 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Long road under construction took us deep into the jungle to the incredible site of Caracol. Interesting history, incredible ruins, and wild birds and monkeys. Lunch was excellent locally prepared food. O’Neil, our guide was an excellent source of information. We finished the day at Rio Frio Cave and falls for a refreshing swim. The cave was huge with lots of interesting formations, bats, and history.
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