Guided Lamanai Mayan Ruins Belize Tours with Lunch
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6 hours
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The Lamanai Adventure offers an exciting and immersive experience exploring the ancient Maya ruins of Lamanai. The tour typically includes a scenic riverboat ride along the New River. Once at Lamanai, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the impressive temples, including the High Temple, the Mask Temple, and the Jaguar Temple.
The tour also features a buffet lunch with traditional Belizean dishes, providing a delightful break amidst your adventure1. Lamanai Belize Tours is known for its knowledgeable guides who share fascinating insights into the history and culture of the Maya civilization.
This isn't just a tour; it's a journey through time, a celebration of nature, and a chance to connect with Belize's vibrant spirit. So pack your sense of adventure and prepare to be captivated by Lamanai's magic! Book your tour today.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not wheelchair accessible.
Climbing up some structures is optional but there are many steps to consider.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (rain jacket, and tennis shoes for walking on uneven foot paths and climbing structures recommended)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Orange Walk
Let's embark on a captivating journey to Lamanai, the ancient Maya city hidden within the lush Belizean jungle. **Scenic Drive and River Cruise:** Begin at Belize City port, where a comfy, air-conditioned van awaits. Cruise through bustling streets and onto the Northern Highway for a 1-hr drive, where your guide unravels the vibrant history of northern Belize. Swap the van for a boat as you reach Orange Walk (affectionately known as "Sugar City"). We sail for about an hour along the wild New River, spotting playful spider monkeys, sunbathing crocodiles, and colorful birds. The river becomes your gateway to a jungle wonderland. This isn't just a tour; it's a journey through time, a celebration of nature, and a chance to connect with Belize's vibrant spirit. So pack your sense of adventure and prepare to be captivated by Lamanai's magic! Duration: Going - Road 1-hr, River ride 1-hr Returning: Same Feel free to ask if you'd like more details or have any other questions!
Lamanai Archaeological Reserve
**Lamanai: A Living Museum:** Perched on the New River Lagoon, Lamanai feels like stepping into history. Refuel with a mouthwatering Belizean buffet—think fluffy rice and beans, creamy potato salad, tangy coleslaw, and crispy fried plantains. Don't skip the fiery tomato habanero sauce! After lunch, it's time for a jungle expedition on foot. Listen for howler monkeys and watch for toucans as you explore lush forest paths. **Ancient Ruins and Whispers of Time:** The Mask Temple awaits—a testament to ancient rituals. Climb the High Temple via the original Mayan stairway for panoramic views of the lagoon and endless jungle. Discover the secrets of the Ball Court and wander through the residential area, imagining daily life in this ancient city. Finally, stand in awe of the Jaguar Temple, its intricate carvings telling tales of power and mystery.
What‘s Included
Refreshments included
Buffet lunch with traditional Belizean dishes and refreshment. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
Tour Guides
Air-conditioned vehicle
Park Fees
Pick Up and Drop Off
Jungle Boat Ride
Gratuities
Pickup points
Belize City Municipal Airport
Belize City Belize
Philip S.W. Goldson Intl Airport
Belize City Belize
Golden Tree Hotel
1740 Coney Dr Belize City Belize
Renaissance Tower
8 Newtown Barracks Belize City Belize
The Great House Inn
13 Cork Street, PO Box 85 Belize City Belize
Harbour View Boutique Hotel & Wellness Retreat
14 Fort Street Belize City Belize
Golden Bay Hotel
1160 Marine Parade Belize City Belize
Best Western Plus Belize Biltmore Plaza
Miles 3 Philip Goldson Highway Belize City Belize
Fort George Hotel And Spa
2 Marine Parade Belize City Belize
Ramada by Wyndham Princess Belize City
Newton Barracks, Kings Park Belize City Belize
Options
Guided Lamanai Mayan Ruins Belize Tours with Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
161 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mayan Ruins Lamanai
Megan L,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was Ian, he was fantastic. Boat ride was smooth. Food was wonderful. Spotted many wildlife. Tour was educational and at a relaxed pace.
Real deal pyramid excursion!
Bryan O,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ian and Julian were amazing. So about an hr drive to the country side. Then an exciting 1 hr ride on a boat up river. Then you emerge in the jungle to a dock and explore 3 pyramids and some other structures. Saw some howler monkeys and ate some real deal Belizean food buffet style. Then back on the boat for a jungle cruise and drive home. My wife and I had an incredible time and would recommend this trip. The staff was so friendly, told us about the local culture and were very informative about the ruins. Don't pass on this trip. It is a blast!
Be forewarned
GardenResident,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The Lamanai tour itself was great. Other parts of this tour are sketchy. The six-seat van is highly uncomfortable if you are squished between two other people in the back bench. The (rude) driver routinely crossed over double lines to pass other vehicles. He offered zero information or details along the way. The boat ride (one hour each way, often at very high speeds) did not feature safety vests. Perhaps a remedial course in customer service and safety is needed?
Excellent tour! Highly recommend!
sarahnowlen,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really cool tour! We were picked up at the ferry port in Belize City, as arranged, in a comfortable air conditioned van. We drove about an hour to the boat launch spot in Orange walk. The driver was friendly and gave us a lot of interesting information about Belize along the drive. At the launch spot there are restrooms and possibly water. Once everyone was there, maybe about 12 guests our capitan and tour guide, Ian, loaded us up in the small boat and we headed out on the river! The river ride was fun and exciting! Its a relatively small boat but a very smooth ride. There is some shade but not too much so be prepared to cover your skin. We saw a lot of interesting birds, and some bats, and 1 dead crocodile. The boat ride was about an hour, and we were the first ones to arrive at the site which was pretty great! This small operation can get you going early and quickly! We proceeded through the jungle to tour the ruins. We again saw a lot of interesting birds and a troupe of howler monkeys napping in the shade! There are some areas that you can climb, and you can go up to the top of 2 temples. After a fun, informative tour of about 1.5 hours, we met up at a picnic shelter for lunch. It was absolutely delicious, buffet style, traditional Belizean rice and beans, stewed chicken, fried plantains, and a couple other sides. Ian said his mom was the cook! we had a little while to shop at the souvenir shops, which seemed to be actual small businesses, which was cool. We had another fun and slightly quicker boat ride back, as we didn't do as much bird watching. The shuttle was able to drop us off at our hotel in Ladyville, and we were able to make a quick stop at a grocery store for drinks and snacks. All in all great experience! I would recommend this trip to anyone! There was a wide age and ability range on our trip. One lady was in her 70s, one girl was probably late teens. I will mention that this trip is an all day adventure. We were very glad to be dropped at our hotel around 3. Some other people in our group went a few days earlier, and they went all the way from and back to caye caulker, which made for a very long and exhausting day for them. So if possible, I recommend doing this trip either at the start or end of your trip, as it is relatively close to the airport, and staying somewhere near the airport!
Great excursion
tiredofnoseywebsites,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Boat ride = 5 Ruins = 6 Lunch = 5 !
Great experience.
M6680QMmichellel,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A ncruise ship tour. This was the best day tour. Shellymae and all the staff were amazingly knowledgable. Highly reccomend this tour. Nice luch. felt very safe. Very interesting. Variety. Really well rognised. Not crowded. A good amount of time for everything. Comfortable.
A must see
gbertolozzi,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the boat ride on the New River. Though I wish the boat had seats with backs and a Bimini. Saw a lot of wildlife. Our guide was really good on the water and at the archeology site. It was very hot and humid and we really appreciated that the trails were very shady. The food provided was typical Belizian food and delicious. Highly recommend.
Was the trip fantastic? You better Belize it was!!
jennieleighp,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a top notch tour and Olio, our driver was awesome, as well as, Ian, our tour guide! Ian got us to the site before the cruise ship tours arrived and we basically had the site to ourselves. The boat ride to the site was phenomenal, and we were able to see many wildlife along the way! The site is gorgeous and definitely worth visiting! Ian's mother made us lunch and it was delicious! Thank you for a memorable and fantastic day!!
Beautiful experience that I recommend
Axel B,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Despite a big delay during the morning pickups (2 people waiting for all the other participants for 45 minutes), the rest was perfect.
Great tour with a phenomenal tour guide
ianrH587OZ,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and accommodating. It was a phenomenal tour.
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