Xunantunich Mayan Ruin

Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Main Activity
Ruins Exploration
Departs From
Start Point
San Ignacio Town
Intensity Level
Moderate
$
85
/ Person
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About Listing
Features:
Archaeological Reserve
Description
Xunantunich, which means “Stone Lady” in the Mayan language, is one of the many impressive ancient Mayan sites in Belize. To reach these ruins, you will travel with your guide on a hand-cranked ferry across the Mopan River. Xunantunich sits atop a stunning green hilltop with views of a nearby border town, Benque Viejo del Carmen, and Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala. Enjoy a half-day climbing the pyramids, some of which were recently excavated.  Learn more about Mayan history in the museum, including how the name of the ruins changed over time. If you are lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the howler monkeys that live in the forest canopies at the site, or a wish willy (black iguana) that can be spotted trying to blend into the rock of the pyramids. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the site, or travel back across the river to try some yummy local cuisine. A must-see in Belize!
 
Suitable for:
Kids
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Recommended Age Range:
Under 10
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 50
Over 50
What is Included?
Things the supplier includes without any extra cost.
  • Licensed professional tour guide
  • admission fee
What to bring?
Recommended items to bring on the trip.
  • packed lunch
  • bottled water and other optional beverages
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Capacity:
15 people
Minimum:
2 people
Minimum number of people.
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Per
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Person
$
85
Add-ons
The total cost of the options you choose will be added to the total cost of the tour.
Per
Name
Price
Personhotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio
$
20
Itinerary
Activity
Description
Time
Duration
8am tourthis tour starts at 8am8:00 AM4 hours
1pm tourthis tour starts at 1pm1:00 PM4 hours
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
No
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Start Time
Duration
Daily8:00 AM4 hours
Daily1:00 PM4 hours
Provider
 (1)
Our founder, originally from Canada, has over 20 years in the tourism business and makes it his goal to deliver, custom off-the-beaten-track tours to budget-minded adventure travelers. ... more

Purple Mayan was founded by a team of adventurous people who have extensive knowledge of all the hidden gems that Belize has to offer. We all share a passion for adventure travel and nature, as well as the passion for unique attractions off the main tourist track that are rich in history and culture. We strive to provide customized tours to suit our customers’ unique interests and promise to make your time in Belize an unforgettable experience.
Account Type:
Tour Operator
Gold Certified:
No
Service Types:
Tours | Activities, Private Guides
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Strict
  • Cancellations made 90 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 45 days before will be refunded 25% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
Terms & Conditions
If you'd like to arrange transportation, please contact your tour operator, Purple Mayan, at least 24 hours before your product date via either phone or email. Use the contact details on your voucher.

If you do not require pickup, you can meet us at Benque Resort and Spa in Benque and we can pick you up there to take you to the destinated attraction. Look out for our staff in black t-shirts with the Purple Mayan logo
 
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