Discover the Caracol Maya site and learn about this ancient metropolis. Hike through the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve to explore Rio Frio Cave and swim at the Rio on Pools or Big Rock Waterfalls.

PRICE: $130
per person

 

Start with pickup at 7:30 AM from San Ignacio and travel 1.5 hours to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Upon arrival walk for 10 minutes until you reach the Rio Frio Cave. After exploring this small cave, drive to the Chiquibul Forest Reserve located nearby. 

Explore the ruins of Caracol, which was the largest metropolis in the Maya lowlands located deep within the Chiquibul Forest Reserve. While travelling to this location, enjoy a stunning scenery of the flora and fauna. Walk along the trails and paths that were once traversed by nobles and citizens of the Mayan empire. 

Explore the largest Mayan archaeological site in Belize on a 3-hour guided tour. Learn about the size of the former city, as well as the various religious rituals performed in the temples. Climb some of the structures and learn about the important archaeological discoveries of the site.

Enjoy a local lunch followed by a visit to the Rio on Pools or a complimentary stop at the Big Rock Waterfalls; but this is weather dependent due to road access. Swim in the refreshing waters to cool off after a day of exploring, and be returned to San Ignacio at approximately 5:00 PM.

Tour Highlights:

Discover the ruins of Caracol, the largest metropolis of the Maya lowlands
Learn about the archaeological discoveries at the Caracol site
Explore Rio Frio Cave, swim in the refreshing waters of the Rio on Pools

Includes:

Hotel pickup and drop-off from San Ignacio
English and Spanish-speaking tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local lunch
Snacks
Water
Entry tickets and fees

 

 

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