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Xunantunich & Cave Tubing Day Trip from San Ignacio
- Duration9 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryArchaeology Tours, Bus Tours
Overview
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.
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What's included
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off from within San Ignacio Town limits
Water- Bring along reusable water bottles
What's Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pick up and Drop off outside San Ignacio Town limits
Itinerary
Travel back in time and experience what life was like in the city of Xunantunich, one of Belizeu2019s 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 youu2019ve climbed the steep pyramid steps to the top! Hotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio Town are included.
Nohoch Cheu02bcen, or more commonly known as the caves branch, is a great tour if youu2019re 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 itu2019s 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 u201clone coatiu201d 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.
Good to know
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.