Xunantunich & Cave Tubing Day Trip from San Ignacio

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Travel back in time and experience what life was like in the city of Xunantunich, one of Belize’s most popular Mayan sites. This tour from San Ignacio takes you to San Jose Succotz, a Maya-Mestizo village located close to the Western Border and delivers you on an old-fashioned, hand-cranked ferryboat to the magnificent ruins deep in the Belizean rainforest. Admire astronomical carvings at El Castillo (The Castle) and sweeping views of the Belize River Valley and neighboring Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala once you’ve climbed the steep pyramid steps to the top! Hotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio Town are included.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

It is recommended you wear comfortable shoes and clothing

Please note: a minimum of 2 passengers is required in order for this tour to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Bring reusable water bottle

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Xunantunich

2 hours • Admission Included

Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve

Nohoch Cheʼen, or more commonly known as the caves branch, is a great tour if you’re looking for a relaxing and peaceful day. The expedition starts by gearing up with life jackets and safety tips. The tour then continues with a hike through a forest trail, at which point the group is given the option to shorten or extend the hike to get a longer viewing of the caves and a longer ride down the river, since it’s a large cave system. Along the trail, you sometimes encounter wildlife such as birds like the crested quetzal bird and other small creatures like the “lone coati” or coatimundi, small scavengers looking for nuts or fruits to eat. As the hike concludes, it's time to get into the water. Everyone is placed in their tubes and guided down the river and through caves. While in the cave, there are plenty of beautiful rock formations to view, and the river also provides some exciting rapids to pass through on the tubes.

4 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off from within San Ignacio Town limits

Water- Bring along reusable water bottles

Gratuities

Hotel pick up and Drop off outside San Ignacio Town limits

Pickup points

Cassia Hill Resort Belize

68 Mls George Price Highway San Ignacio Belize

Maya Mountain Lodge

3/4 Mile Cristo Rey Road, San Ignacio Belize

The Log Cab-Inn

Mile 68 Western Highway, San Ignacio Belize

San Ignacio Resort Hotel

18 Buena Vista St San Ignacio Belize

Ka'ana Resort

Mile 69 1/4 George Price Highway San Ignacio Belize

Midas Belize

Branch Mouth Road, San Ignacio Belize

Cahal Pech Village Resort

Western Highway, Cahal Pech Hill San Ignacio Belize

Options

Xunantunich Maya Site only

Xunantunich Tour only
Shared Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Snacks: Chips with Salsa, juice, and Water
Xunantunich Maya Site only
Air condition Vehicle
Pickup included