Xunantunich and Cahal Pech from San Ignacio
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7:30am - 8am pickup from hotels in SAN IGNACIO Town for 2 great Maya sites: Cahal Pech & Xunantunich, unique places to get yourselves familiar with Maya history. Climb, explore and fascinate yourselves with extraordinary structures built by mysterious Mayan people who continue to captivate our full attention and never ending questions as to who, where and what happened to them. Let yourself be pampered by the cool jungle settings, towering structures, let the Maya land whisper to you many of its secrets through your knowledgeable local guide, let time come to a standstill, while you admire breathtaking views of the forest-covered neighboring sites of Actuncan and San Lorenzo Valley before enjoying lunch at a local Restaurant.
TOUR STARTS from SAN IGNACIO town UNLESS arrangements are made with local provider PRIOR to tour date.
SPECIAL DIETS or ALLERGIES must be informed at time of booking.
EXTRA FEE (payable cash at pickup time) for any pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE SAN IGNACIO TOWN.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
REQUIRED: min of 2 people, Children must be accompanied with one paying adult
LOCAL PROVIDER must be informed of any vegetarran, vegan, gluten free or any other FOOF ALLERGY
Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately as per local weather on day of tour
REQUEST FOR car seat must be done at least 24 hours before tour date
TOUR NOT AVAILABLE for CRUISE SHIP passengers due to duration of tour plus driving distance to & from cruise ship terminals
PICKUP time starts 7am OR EARLIER for any hotel outside of San Ignacio town as per arrangement with local provider - before tour date
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional local guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Entrance fees and meals for infants
pickups & drop offs to hotels/resorts OUTSIDE of San Ignacio Town
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
River Park Inn
Branch Mouth Road San Ignacio Belize
Maya Mountain Lodge
3/4 Mile Cristo Rey Road, San Ignacio Belize
Rolson Cocina,Cantina & Hotel
24 Crenshaw St., San Ignacio Belize
Venus Hotel
29 Burns Avenue, San Ignacio Belize
San Ignacio Resort Hotel
18 Buena Vista St San Ignacio Belize
Drift Inn Cayo Hotel
1 Aguada St Santa Elena Belize
Mana Kai Camping and Cabins
Savannah Street, Branch Mouth Road San Ignacio Belize
Midas Belize
Branch Mouth Road, San Ignacio Belize
Cahal Pech Village Resort
Western Highway, Cahal Pech Hill San Ignacio Belize
What To Expect
Cahal Pech
Enjoy this tranquil & unique maya site: 1 - 2 hrs almost to yourself. Cahal Pech gives you a perfect start to maya history before heading to a bigger site - Xunantunich. Cahal Pech and Xunantunich both share an interesting history during the same time periods yet so different in setting.
Xunantunich
You will explore the majestic Xunantunich maya site ( 1-2 hrs) hike, climb maya structures, enjoy amazing views of the countryside.
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Xunantunich and Cahal Pech from San Ignacio
Pickup included
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rod is the best!
Cruiser46336828955,
Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rod (Rudolph) was an amazing guide, perfectly combining his experience as an educator and his passion for sharing the Mayan culture and his beautiful hometown. So knowledgeable and kind, I highly recommend Rod and his staff for any and all tours you want to do in the San Ignacio are
xunantunich and cahal Pech tour form San Igancio
kathleensL9991RT,
Feb 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful guide (2/1/2025), who was able to give us interesting background, respond to all our questions, and make the trip just what we wanted. Cannot recommend this company and trip enough
Incredible Mayan sites
Tim H,
Feb 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Both sites were quite different in a good way Peche Cahal more compact but had some interesting passageways. Xuanantich was larger and had a larger central pyramid. Our guide, Jose, was incredibly knowledgeable and had a great personality. I would go on any tour he was guiding.
Amazing Tour with Phenomenal Guide!
O8309TCsarad,
Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved this combo tour! Go in the morning, when it's a bit cooler and less crowded, and a must is to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes because I was immensely glad I packed good shoes, if only for this specific tour; I don't think my Teva strap sandals would've sufficed. It's a steep climb at both sites, and slippery from the moss, but worth making it to the top of these structures to feel like how the Maya royals felt surveying their land! The sites are beautiful, but mostly we want to praise our tour guide with San Ignacio Resort, Cruz!!!!! Absolutely lovely man who is so incredibly knowledgeable about everything at these sites. He told us he has over 20 years experience and it shows! He gave us indepth insights and information, and is genuinely passionate about the history and recovery efforts at these sites. Gave us information about surrounding areas during our drive, information about Flora/fauna of the area. We can not say enough how much we loved this tour guide. Ask for him when you book this tour or any other! You will have zero regrets!
Best tour guides
Kate G,
Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Rod and Carla were the best most knowledgeable tour guides on earth. They are incredible and we connected with them. We learned a lot and enjoyed the tour. We highly recommend.
Spectacular
Sherry M,
Jan 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant and helpful to plan for the next adventure. The view was spectacular!
Great Experience!
MayiBarov,
Dec 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible Mayan sites, we had a great day with Karla, she was very professional, friendly and she knew all the history and answered all our questions. Lunch was also delicious! Thank you so much Karla for the excellent service!!
Amazing Day
Karla W,
Oct 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a marvelous time. Our guide Rod was so knowledgeable, he took the time to help us understand not only the Mayan culture at the time, but the people of Belize. As well, we learned of the plant life. Then we had the most incredible lunch. A truly amazing day.
We got engaged on a Myan Pyramid!
Janie R,
Apr 22, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Ellio, our guide, was incredibly funny and knowledgeable. He made the whole experience fantastic. He helped us get some amazing pictures - which is nice otherwise it’d all be selfies and you’d miss how big the ruins are.
A great day!
Paige J,
Jan 25, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00A great day trip with a very knowledgeable guide! Our guide showed us around Cahal Pech before it got too crowded and then over to Xunatunich to climb the ancient structures. Delicious lunch spots, as well.
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