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Caracol with Rio Frio Cave and Big Rock Falls From San Ignacio

5.0/5 San Ignacio from GoMaya Belize Adventures
  • Max Travelers12 people
  • CategoryCaving, DSA non-compliant

Overview

Embark on a journey that takes you into the sleeping and burial grounds of ancient Maya royalty. 

Caracol, which means  “snail” in Spanish, is the largest Maya site in Belize covering about 75 square miles. Occupied around 1200 BC, but its epicenter was not populated until around 650 BC, and was abandoned in approximately 950 AD, with the entire site abandoned by 1050 AD.

Caana (meaning sky palace), the main pyramid at Caracol, houses 4 palaces and 3 temples and remains the tallest

building in modern Belize, with a height of approximately 141 feet.  

After your tour of Caracol Temples, you will visit the Rio Frio Cave & Big Rock Falls on your way back through the Mountain Pine Ridge National Reserve.

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Caracol with Rio Frio Cave and Big Rock Falls From San Ignacio Caracol with Rio Frio Cave and Big Rock Falls From San Ignacio

What's included

  • Bottled water

  • National Park fees

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges

  • Driver/guide

  • Snacks

  • Lunch

  • Free Hotel pick up and drop off for hotels within San Ignacio Town ONLY.

  • Pick ups at hotels outside of San Ignacio will incur extra charges.

  • Beverages

  • All activities

What's Not included

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off for hotels outside of San Ignacio Town.

Itinerary

  • Your adventure begins from 7:00 a.m with a 2-hour drive on a wildlife-rich road through the Mountain Pine Ridge. Many claim to have seennnjaguars and tapirs on the way. The Road to Caracol is an adventure in its own!nnUpon arrival at the site, your guide explains its history as he walks you through historical pictures and findings at the on-site museum.Caracol, which means u00a0u201csnailu201d in Spanish, is the largest Maya site in Belize covering about 75 square miles. Occupied around 1200 BC, but its epicenter was not populated until around 650 BC, and was abandoned in approximately 950 AD, with the entire site abandoned by 1050 AD.nnThereafter, itu2019s off to explore the ancient temples. Try to contain your excitement and listen to your guide while he explains the various structuresu2019 purposes and the stories in the several stelae. Feel free to climb to the very top of Caana, the tallest temple. You will certainly be awestruck!nnWhen our exploration is done, you head to the park where lunch is served. Then head back into the Mountain Pine Ridge withnnthe option of stopping for a refreshing dip at theu00a0beautiful Big Rock Falls.nnOn your way back from Caracol, u00a0you'll make a stop at Rio Frio Cave & Big Rock Falls in the Mountain Pine Ride.nnRIO FRIO CAVE:u00a0Two massive 65ft entryways make it extra accessible and creates natural lighting inside. Huge stalactites hang from its massive cathedral-like vault room sized boulders on the ground where a stream flows through, forming pools with cascading falls.nnDifficulty level:u00a0Easy to ModeratennBIG ROCK FALLS:u00a0Deep in the escarpment of the Mountain Pine Ridge, Big Rock Falls is another of the areau2019s waterfall treasures. The tremendous view of water rushing over the huge 150-ft rock formations and plummeting into the deep perfectly round pool at its base provides a rush of excitement. You wonu2019t regret stopping by to take a nice cold swim, which you will definitely enjoy regardless if you are on your own, with someone or with your family.nnDeparture:u00a0After having visited each site, weu2019ll proceed onto making our way out of the Mountain Pine Ridge and back into San Ignacio, arriving around 4:00PM (depending on your individual pace).nnDifficulty level:u00a0activennAfter an adventurous ride and a short hike down a steep path, you u00a0arrive at one of the most secluded and relaxing destinations with an amazing waterfall and natural pool for a refreshing dip.

Good to know

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

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation Policy

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

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

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