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Xunantunich and In land Blue Hole from Placencia

5.0/5 Placencia from Private Belize Adventure
  • Duration6 hours
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryAdventure Tours, Archaeology Tours

Overview

This Xunantunich and Inland Blue Hole tour connects two remarkable features shaped by Belize’s limestone landscape. Begin with the hand-cranked ferry across the Mopan River and climb to Xunantunich, an ancient Maya city built on a natural limestone ridge. Walk through ceremonial plazas while your guide explains the palaces, carved friezes, El Castillo, Maya rulership, astronomy, and the city’s regional connections. At St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park, the setting changes from monumental architecture to dense tropical vegetation and a naturally turquoise freshwater pool that forms part of an underground river system. The contrast is refreshing, but the two places also share a deeper geological story. The same limestone environment that supported Xunantunich’s dramatic setting helps shape Belize’s caves, underground water, and natural pools. The result is a Placencia day trip with variety and a clear connection between human and geological history.

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What's included

  • Entrance Fees

  • Water

  • Sodas

  • Lunch

  • Private guide

  • Transportation

  • Juices

What's Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  • A Hand cranked ferry use to transport transportation across the Mopan river to gain access to Xunantunich.

  • A must-visit, even when on the shortest stays in our beautiful country. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. Youu2019ll depart from your Hopkins where our guides will meet you before your drive to this temple.

  • After a couple hours of exploring, youu2019ll head off to the Inland Blue Hole for a dip. Not to be confused with Belizeu2019s iconic Blue Hole in the Caribbean Sea, this woodland natural pool offers a lovely and refreshing stop on the Hummingbird Highway

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Reviews

5.0/5 1 review
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