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This Maya Ruin is located 45 minutes from the International Airport, it has such a breathtaking view and is very rich with antique stones, jades, and pendants; it was the home to the ... moreMayas' sun God. This site has over 4 ruins to climb with breathtaking views it also homes 2 rock-stone ponds. Our tour entails a visit to the site's museum, a tour of over 4 Maya ruins, and also a visit to the famous rock stone pond. While there enjoy refreshing coconut water sold by the locals, purchase souvenirs, learn the culture/history, and most importantly record your memories with amazing pictures.
Altun Ha dates back to 200 B.C. and covers an area of 44 acres. The site is rich with wildlife like armadillos, bats, coati, tapir, foxes, and white-tailed deer. 200 species of birds ... moreand even crocodiles inhabit the large Maya-made water reservoir. This city was a very wealthy ceremonial center which is evidenced by the excavation of the famous jade head. In the village of Bermudian Landing, the people have established a special relationship with the black howler monkeys. It took years to foster this relationship of trust with the monkeys and now visitors can actually come face to face with these friendly creatures.
Departure time is 8:00 - 8:30 am From Belize City
Things to wear: comfortable walking shoes, comfortable athletic clothes, and sunblock.
**Price of a ferry from the islands to the tour starting point in Belize City can be a lot less if guests opt for us to purchase the ferry tickets for them.**
Altun Ha, which means “Rockstone Pond”, is located 31 miles north of Belize City on the Old Northern Highway. Your expert guide will lead you on this excursion. This site is rich with ... morewildlife: hundreds of species of birds, crocodiles in the ancient reservoir, armadillos, bats, squirrels, tapirs, and more have all been spotted at this site. Altun Ha was a ceremonial site that has two main temples and 13 additional structures. Located near the Caribbean Sea, it was part of a network of other sites near the coast. The discovery of tombs at the site indicates that Altun Ha was inhabited by the elite ruling class. Another interesting feature of this site is the reservoir which was made by the ancient people. The bottom of the reservoir contains yellow clay, which hardened to form a base that retains water. Enjoy learning more about this wealthy Mayan site!
This tour is offered to capture both the wonderful world of the Maya and some of the amazing birds of Belize. The tour begins with pickup at your hotel, cruise ship, or airport. We ... morehead to the old northern highway en route to the ancient Mayan City of Altun Ha, once a major trading city in the Mayan World and home to the famous jade head of Kinich Ahau. Passing through the savannas of northern Belize we may encounter the magnificent Jabiru, Black-throated Bobwhites, and Vermilion Flycatchers. Leaving the savanna we pass through the old logging settlements of Luckystrike and Rockstone Pond and unto Altun Ha. At the site itself, our expert guide will provide you with a well-informed tour of the ancient city by pointing out birds that may be passing over; such as King Vultures, White-crowned Parrots, and Montezuma Oropendolas. Following the tour of the main site, we will take the trail to an ancient pond that was built by the people of Altun Ha to provide water during the dry season. Along the way, the broadleaf forest will provide us with species such as Golden-Olive Woodpeckers, Royal Flycatchers, Black-headed Trogons, and our national bird the Keel-billed Toucan. At the pond, we'll come across Green and Ringed Kingfishers, Anhingas, Green Herons, and even the surprise treat of a Morelet's Crocodile. After finishing up the tour we will head back to your drop-off location.
Get a chance to see the Mayan World with the famous Mayan ruins of Altun Ha, and after enjoy guided sightseeing through Belize City (This is a 6-Hour Tour).... more
Your Tour Guide will meet you at your hotel, cruise terminal, Water taxi, or the Municipal in Belize City. You will be transported in an air-conditioned vehicle. Altun Ha is about 45-60 minutes From Belize City;
Altun Ha Mayan Ruin (Rock Stone Pond) is the Mayan Ruin which is the temple of the “Green Tomb.” Altun Ha consists of two plazas that include four ceremonial temples and two residential complexes. At this Maya site in Belize, you can still climb to the top of the temples and enjoy the view of the Belize forest. The highest temple is approximately 16 meters. It was considered one of the wealthiest Maya sites in Belize as a result of the biggest carved Jade head which was found in the masonry temple which is the highest temple.
After the guided excursion to Altun Ha, your Guide will take you to a local restaurant to enjoy a traditional Belizean lunch. if you wish, we can take you to interact with Snake, accompanied by a famous snake man in Belize. After lunch, we head back to Belize City to continue our day tour of Belize City.
On this fully guided tour around historic Belize City, where you will enjoy this educational tour to visit several locations. Such as the ancient swing bridge over Haulover Creek, then we head through busy downtown streets of the city to the Anglican cathedral in Central America, St. John’s Cathedral built from bricks used as ballast in sailing ships of old. Directly across the street, you, will visit Government House, once home to the colonial Governors and now a museum. As we make our way through the city, we will be making 5 stops:
Museum of Belize (Previously the Old Belize City Prison) Baron Bliss Lighthouse and The Belize Sign St. John’s Church Old Government House (Now the House of Culture) Downtown Belize City (Albert Street Shopping Central)
Throughout the tour, guests will have the opportunity to take pictures, buy souvenirs, eat the local cuisine, and meet local fruit/food vendors.
After, we return to your hotel, cruise terminal, Water taxi, or the Municipal in Belize City
Altun Ha is located just 31 miles north of Belize City on a two-mile-long dirt road that connects the site to the Old Northern Highway. It covers an area of about five square miles ... moreand was once a major ceremonial and trading center. Once home to as many as 10,000 inhabitants over a 1,000-year-long period of occupation dating back as early as 200 BC, it was occupied as recently as the 10th century.
Howler monkeys are found only in the rainforests of the Americas. They are the largest monkey in Latin American rainforests growing as high as up to three feet tall when standing and weighing from eight to twenty-two pounds. They have big necks and lower jaws, where their super-sized vocal cords are housed. They live high in the trees and hang from branches by their tails. To mark their territory, the howlers make loud vocalizations.
Altun Ha, a major ceremonial and vital trade center during the Classic Period, has two principal plazas. The most significant find of Altun Ha is the “Jade Head”, which represents ... morethe Mayan Sun God, Kinich Ahua; it is the largest object carved of jade in the Maya civilization.
It’s approximately a forty-five minutes drive from the city to the park. When doing this tour, a city tour is also done by the tour guide as you're driven through the city. Complimentary purified water for our guests is provided. Free use of our umbrellas if you need one for reasons such as the sun being too hot or if it starts to rain.
Altun Ha is regarded as a diminutive but impressive figure. Two spacious central plazas in this widely accessible Mayan metropolis are surrounded by midsize pyramids. While you carefully ... moreexamine each structure, let your guide fill you in on all the Mayan Families and ceremonies that formerly took place at Altun Ha.
Guest will be picked up upon request by our trained tour guides at Fort Street Tourist Village. Our guide will reassure that all guests are comfortable and safely seated in our 15-seater ... moreair condition vans. The 1-hour journey will start with us heading onto the Phillip Goldson highway. Along the way, the guest will be enlightened will knowledge of our beautiful country Belize. Various flora and fauna will be seen along the way. We will arrive at the Altun Ha Maya site and our guides will instruct the guest on the order in which they will go, along with a map of the grounds. The actual time on the site will be for about 2 hours. Guests will be able to climb the Maya Ruins and take pictures. The tour guide will provide a lot of information about the site. This is an adventure you cannot miss while you're in Belize. Book with us today to have the time of your life...
Altun Ha and Belize City Half-Day Tour Tour Guide will meet Guest/s at Fort Street Tourism Village in Belize City and then will commence the tour by engaging guests with an Educational ... moretour on the North side of Belize City stopping at the Light House/ Baron Bliss monument then proceed along the Marine Parade and provide Historic information on key locations Chateau Caribbean Hotel, Central Bank of Belize, MCC Grounds, BTL Park (formerly known as Lindbergh Landing), Marion Jones Sporting Complex, ST. John’s College, Edward P Yorke High School, Nazarene High School, Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital (KHMH), Social Security Board, and Palotti High School. Then take the exit on the Phillip Goldson Highway heading in the Belize District about 30 miles north of Belize City on the Old Northern Highway and about 6 miles west of the shore of the Caribbean Sea.
Altun Ha was a wealthy ceremonial center boasting two main plazas, and thirteen structures (including the Temple of Sun God or the Temple of the Masonry Altars). Altun Ha is not very far from the Caribbean Sea and it formed part of a unique cultural zone along with other coastal sites.
It is also where the Largest Jade was ever found in the Mayan Kingdom. During an excavation, Dr. David Pendergast, along with Mr. Wilhelm Leslie of Rockstone Pond, and another Belizean (Mr. Winston Herbert of Lucky Strike Village), discovered the famous jade sculpture of Kinich Ahau, in 1968.
After visiting Altun Ha we head back towards Belize City where your Tour Guide will take you along the South side of Belize City where guests will be able to view life on the south side of the city and then will make a short stop at one of the oldest church in Central America, St. John’s Cathedral built in 1812, then will proceed back to the Fort Street Tourism Village.
Lace up your shoes and prepare to get a workout on this Belize excursion as you explore the famous ruins of Altun Ha. Translated as"Rockstone Pond" in the Mayan language, this multi-structure ... morearcheological site covers 44 acres and was occupied from B.C. 900 to about A.D. 1000.
This family-friendly, 4-hour tour is perfect for those who want to get a little exercise while visiting some of the area's must-see attractions. Wander through the structures to see the Central Precinct and the Sun God Tomb. See the traces of fire on structure C17 and climb 54 feet up the Temple of the Masonry Altars - the site's largest structure and the logo inspiration for Belikin, Belize's leading brand of beer - for a bird's eye view of the entire site.
Notice the large crocodiles inhabiting the Maya-made pond adjacent to the main temple throughout this Belize excursion. This area is also rich with other wildlife including armadillos, bats, paca, foxes, raccoons, tapir, and white-tailed deer. Remember to snap some photos to grace the walls of your home or office. Visit the museum and check out the artifacts then stop in one of the many small shops and pick up a souvenir or two before heading back to your Hotel, Airstrip or Cruise Ship.
Book now to experience this Mayan jewel in the jungle that is sure to be a favorite memory for years to come.
Departs From: San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
Altun Ha is an ancient Mayan City about 30 miles north of Belize City, dating back to about B.C. 900. It is believed the city was occupied for centuries up until A.D. 1000, covering ... morethe classic period A.D. 250-900, the time from which most of the information of this city was gathered and the time when the city was at its height.
The name Altun Ha means “Rockstone Water”, and it is derived from the name of a nearby village called Rockstone Pond, but Altun-Ha’s ancient name remains unknown. The largest temple of Altun Ha is the Temple of the Masonry Altars which stands 54 feet high. The Sun God’s Tomb is also found on this temple dated for about A.D. 600-650, in which researchers found a skeleton and various artifacts when the tomb was excavated.
After experiencing this amazing Mayan temple enjoy a nice lunch then travel to the west of Belize to Caves Brach outpost to refresh yourself in the river while cave tubbing down the River.
The tour offers a complimentary hour & 30 minutes Water Taxi transfer to Belize City where you will journey along Caye Caulker, Caye Chapel, and mangroves and get a glimpse of St. George’s Caye before arriving at the commercial City of Belize where you will meet your tour guide. From there you board a private vehicle with your guide as you begin your road trip to Altun Ha.
Departs From: San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
THE MYSTERIES OF THE MAYA
We begin our day winding through the Northern River where we encounter a rich variety of plants and indigenous animals. Once at Bomba Village, you will have ... morea few minutes to browse the local woodcarving shops before boarding the private bus that will take us to Altun Ha.
Once at the site, our guide will give you an informative tour of the ruins. After you have worked up a healthy appetite exploring the ancient Maya site we head to Maruba Jungle Spa where you have time to have lunch on your own and book a spa treatment if you choose to.
Note: Park fees are not included on Full Day Trips.
Departs From: Caye Caulker
Altun Ha & Cave Tubing Tour; Wear safari clothing plus extra clothes for the caves.
Departs From: Caye Caulker
Altun Ha Tour; Wear long sleeve, pants and closed shoes.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
The package deal can be arranged, including: Altun Ha, Baboon Sanctuary and Lamanai.
Altun Ha consists of two plazas that include four ceremonial temples and two residential complexes. It is one of the few Maya sites in Belize where guests can still climb. The highest ... moretemple is approximately 16 meters. It was considered one of the wealthiest Maya sites in Belize because the biggest carved Jade head was found in the masonry temple which is the highest temple.
The length of the tour is approximately 4 hours. We pick you up at the Tourism Village at Terminal 1 and we drive for about 50 minutes on the Northern Highway. We take a detour for about 14 miles as we travel through a dense forest before we arrive at the ancient city of Altun Ha.
A thrill ride is waiting for you on an outing that combines one of Belize's grandest ancient sites with the excitement of adventure in the jungle. A private guide takes you to visit ... morethe ruins of Altun Ha, go tubing through a rich cave system, and breeze through the air on a spectacular zip line course.
You're picked up at your hotel in the morning for the drive to the ancient Mayan city known as Altun Ha. Here, your guide shows you around the collection of pyramids, walkways, and plazas as you learn about its history dating back to the 10th century BC.
Next, you're taken to a zip line facility with a course built in the canopy of Belize's lush rainforest. Gear up and strap in for a ride that takes you over the treetops, on lines that take you up to 85 feet (26 m) above the ground for terrific views of the jungle rushing below.
Grab some lunch as you catch your breath ahead of an expedition that takes you into the rainforest and to the mouth of a system of caverns fed by the Caves Branch River. Here, you pick up your tubing gear and set off to let the current carry you underground. Admire the stone pillars, stalactites, and stalagmites, and learn how the Mayans viewed these surroundings as a part of the underworld before the tour wraps up with a ride back to your hotel.
You can explore the wonders of the Mayan world through various activities such as visiting the famous Mayan ruins of Altun Ha, relaxing with cave tubing, and going on a sightseeing ... moretour around Belize.
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel, the cruise terminal, the water taxi, or the Municipal in Belize City. You'll be transported in air-conditioned transportation to Altun Ha, which is about 45-60 minutes away from Belize City. Please note that the order of activities may change depending on the time and conditions.
Altun Ha is a Maya ceremonial center and trading hub that dates back to 250 BC. It's located in the heart of the Belize rainforest and is home to over 275 structures. The site was discovered in 1958, and if weather conditions permit, you can still climb to the top of the temples for a breathtaking view of the rainforest. Experience the aura of these ancient stargazers who once lived in the Belize rainforests.
After the guided excursion to Altun Ha, your guide will take you to Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Park, which is about 60 minutes away from the ruins. This park is the starting point for your cave tubing adventure. Cave tubing is one of the most popular guided activities in Belize.
Once you arrive, you'll have access to the facilities before your excursion guide reviews the safety rules and instructions. You'll receive a headlamp and then follow your guide on a 30-minute walk to the cave entrance.
Your excursion guide will take you to explore the mysterious caves that were once considered the ancient underworld of the Maya. You'll see spectacular crystal formations that are over a million years old and shadows on the cave walls as you gently float along. The caves are a living museum where you can experience the past in its historical and natural form. You'll glide past openings in the ceiling, filtering jungle light as you float through underground river caves sparkling with studded stalactites and stalagmites. You'll get to float through three caves in total.
Once the cave tubing portion of your Belize adventure is completed, you'll enjoy an original and traditional Belizean lunch with refreshments included. This Belize Cave Tubing and Altun Ha Mayan Ruins tour is safe and dependable, and it will leave you with many beautiful memories of Belize.
Altun Ha Mayan Ruin Is the Mayan Ruin which the temple of the “Green Tomb.” Founded. They also found a solid jade head weighing almost 10 pounds and standing 6 inches in height. This ... moretreasure is the largest jade carving found at any Mayan Ruin, and it discovered in the temple of the “Sun God,” which is the tallest building, standing 54 feet from the plaza floor. On this fully guided tour around historic Belize City, you will see many places of interest, including the ancient swing bridge over Haulover Creek, which is turned open by human resources. You’ll also visit the oldest Anglican cathedral in Central America, St. John’s Cathedral built from bricks used as ballast in sailing ships of old. Directly across the street, you, will visit Government House, once home to the colonial Governors and now a museum.
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