San Ignacio

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• We embark on a 1.5-hour drive from our office up rough dirt roads and through small Maya Villages and scenic countryside.

• Rio Frio cave is a must see cave while in Belize especially if you are looking for a reduced mobility cave to explore This amazing cave has the largest cave entrance in Belize and was once a sacred burial site for the ancient Maya.

• Revel at the engineering and architectural sophistication of the Maya people as you climb up the temple pyramid structure of Caana (Sky Temple), the highest man-made building in Belize still to this day. Once at the top, nearly 135 feet above the plazas, you will get impressive panoramic views of Belize and neighboring Guatemala. nCaracol is a major and dominant site in Maya history. It is a fantastic site to visit, and it is an expansive city covering nearly 80 square miles and rivaling the ancient metropolis of Tikal in size, power and riches. The histories of the inhabitants of Caracol are documented by scribes of the past in hieroglyphics and carvings on the monuments, stelas, and altars that are found throughout the site.Your guide will illuminate the rich and complicated past of this glorious civilization with a fully guided tour of the excavated portions of the Caracol site. n You might get lucky and see a family of howler monkeys in the trees over the ancient Maya ball-courts.

• After touring the ruins, refresh yourself with drinks and a picnic lunch. We then continue back through the Pine Ridge area where we take a break at the Rio On Pools, a series of natural swimming holes, to cool down and relax in the clear water.

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

• Children must be accompanied by an adult

• Difficulty: Easy to moderate

• What to bring: Hiking sandals or trainers, towel, small backpack, liter of water, bug spray, snacks, swim wear with shorts, camera

• There is no minimum age. All are welcomed

• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation Policy

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

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