Full-Day Caracol Maya Temple and Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

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.

3 hours • Admission Included

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

On the way back from Caracol, we will stop at Rio On Pools for a refreshing swim.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Driver/guide

Lunch

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Gratuities

Pickup points

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Options

Caracol Maya Temple

Lunch and refreshments
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

31 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

An amazing, educational experience
NorthStar61024444673,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an amazing, full day event. It ended up being just our group, with an amazing guide, Henry. He was so fun, personable, and knowledgeable. His genuine, excitement responding wildlife along the way was infectious. The cave hike, the ruins, and the wildlife be spotted made for an amazing day. To top it off, the included lunch was absolutely delicious.
Fun at Maya Ruins and Rio on Pools
jovitaa594,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Another amazing fun adventure, beautiful ruins, amazing lunch so detailed, tour operator very informative and very friendly. The shuttle ride is very comfortable with AC, smoothly pick up and drop off on time, not belize time lol. What ever you choose to do in our little Belize it's worth it. Have fun, relax and enjoy nature.
Nature and History
Cristina W,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We 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
5.00
We 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
5.00
Great 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
5.00
Pedro 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
5.00
Exceptional 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
5.00
We 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
5.00
Such 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
5.00
Amazing 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.