Xunantunich & Inland Blue Hole

Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Main Activity
Ruins Exploration
Departs From
Start Point
Placencia
Intensity Level
Moderate
$
130
/ Person
Trusted Provider
Jason H
Avg. Response:
47 minutes
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About Listing
Features:
Archaeological Reserve, National Park
Description
As we embark on this 100-mile drive through the hills of the country, you’ll encounter a breathtaking view of the mountains as we make our way to the Western Highway. We’ll pass Maya and Mestizo communities with their beautifully maintained farmlands and cattle farms.

Once we come to the banks of the Mopan River, we will cross on a hand-operated ferry before arriving across grassy plazas, where you will marvel at the architecture of El Castillo, one of the largest Maya Temples of Belize, and the largest structure at Xunantunich. El Castillo stands 130 feet above plaza level, with its reconstructed East and West friezes representing the Gods of the Maya and several inner chambers. We’ll also move through other temples and courtyards where kings, queens, and their elite carried out special ceremonies. Xunantunich has an excellent display center at the site, and you will have a chance to climb the “stairway to heaven” on El Castillo. This vantage point provides a breathtaking panoramic view of surrounding rivers and towns as well as Guatemala. After the tour, we enjoy a nice meal at a local restaurant in the town of San Ignacio. We make a stop on the way back on the Hummingbird Highway at St Herman Blue Hole for its natural turquoise pool surrounded by mosses and lush vegetation the perfect spot for an afternoon swim.
 
Suitable for:
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Seniors
Recommended Age Range:
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 50
What to bring?
Recommended items to bring on the trip.
  • Sunshades
  • Towel
  • Swimming Clothes
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Bug Spray
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Minimum:
4 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
$
130
Itinerary
Activity
Description
Time
Duration
Tour LayoutTour requires a 130 miles drive from Placencia across the country, once at the ruins we tour for approximately 2 hours before heading for lunch. after we drive about an hour before stopping at the inland blue hole & ice cream.7:00 AM10 hr
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Daily
Provider
 (1)
Truly Wild Belize is a small-scale, idealistic, Belizean-owned travel organization with a passion for eco-tourism. We proudly tailor unique and exciting tours revolving around your ... morepersonal wants, needs, and expectations. Opting for our tour means opting for culture and nature, contact with locals, and freedom and flexibility throughout your adventure in Belize.
Account Type:
Tour Operator
Gold Certified:
Yes
Service Types:
Tours | Activities, Shuttles
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Flexible
  • Cancellations made 15 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 7 days before will be refunded 70% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
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