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Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Tour
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Departs From: Caye Caulker
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. Once we come ... moreto the banks of the Mopan River, we will cross on a hand-operated ferry before arriving across grassy plazas, where you explore the architecture of Xunantunich, at its highest point (130ft) which provides a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding rivers and towns as well as Guatemala. After exploring the ruins we drive to Franks Eddie where we will immediately have lunch, next we gear up and hike 20 minutes (1 WAY ONLY) through the lush rainforest with running streams rich tropical plants, and wild diverse wildlife. Arriving, you then descend below the surface of the earth to Xibalba – the sacred world of caves. There you will begin to explore the mystery of caves and the Maya ritual ceremonies on floating tubes and meander through the cool waters of these Maya caverns with hidden pottery, glittering rim stone dams, and waterfall all at your suspense.
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
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Rise to new heights and unlock a day of limitless possibility! Begin by conquering El Castillo, Belize's second-largest Mayan temple, which towers 137 feet above the ground. From this ... morebreathtaking vantage point, take in the stunning panorama of surrounding temples and let your guide illuminate the significance of the intricate stucco decoration depicting the Sun God and celestial bodies. After this empowering experience, refuel with a delicious lunch and Take off on a scenic drive through one of the country's most picturesque regions. Get ready to unleash your inner adventurer with a thrilling cave tubing and zip line adventure! Securely harnessed, you'll soar across 6 lines spanning open rivers and jungle, with distances ranging from 400 to 1,000 feet. Then, unwind with a serene cave tubing journey, gently floating through a sacred tunnel network and into an open river, where the sun's final rays will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.
Note: There is a Minimum Requirement of 40 inches in order to do the Cave Tubing
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
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Xunantunich was the first excavated Mayan site in Belize that was opened to the public. Though it is smaller compared to the other Mayan sites, it consists of one of the tallest structures. ... moreThe huge statue of the Sun God, El Castillo, and the 130-foot tall pyramid are a couple of structures that attract visitors. Xunantunich means “Stone Woman” or “Maiden of the Rock” in the Yucatec dialect. These names are derived from the image of a woman depicted in one of the paintings.
Cave Tubing: Take a refreshing ride on inner tubes down the Caves Branch River and through a series of Ancient Mayan Caves for an incredible experience. This tour is perfect for families with older kids, especially as an escape from the Belizean heat.
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Let us take you on a journey back to the age of the pre-Columbians, an age when these Mesoamerican regions were once tamed by the Mayans. Among these regions, on the native ridges ... moreof Belize, you can embark on an exploration of Mayan Ruins and cave systems on one single tour.
Just about 80 miles west of Belize City, endures Xunantunich, an Ancient Maya archaeological site that majestically stands at the summit of a mountain giving a dominant view of the entire site and region.
The Mayans made use of the land and its terrains, as they did so above the surface they also did so below the surface. The Mayans believed that the caves were an entrance to Xibalba “a place of fear” related to death. It is completely so because the Mayans used the caves to perform death rituals and also the river flowing through these caves provided a secret passageway to ambush enemies.
This brings us to your next stop of the trip, Cave Tubing into a cave system at Caves Branch. Inside the caves, you will encounter remains of ancient artifacts, tools, and also secret chambers.
The tour offers a complimentary hour & 30 minutes Water Taxi transfer to Belize City in which you will journey along Caye Caulker, Caye Chapel, and mangroves and enjoy 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 on a private vehicle with your guide as you begin your road trip on the George Price Highway to Xunantunich. You will get enough time to explore the entire courtyard, and the Temples and also visit the on-site museum and gift shop before it is time to head back on the highway to Caves Branch. Caves Branch is renowned for its impressive Cave Tubing adventures and also its thrilling zip line.
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Departs From: San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
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Our Journey starts from San Pedro (Ambergris Caye) where you will get your boat tickets (the boat ride consists of one hour & 30 minutes, Water Taxi transfer from San Pedro to ... moreBelize City in which you will be able to see Caye Caulker, Caye Chapel and much more, arriving in Belize city water taxi terminal, where you will meet your tour guide. From there you board a private vehicle with your guide as you begin your road trip on the George Price Highway to Xunantunich (which is approx one hour and a half driving) explore the site, have lunch, and head to Caves Branch. The Mayans made use of the land and its terrains, as they did so above the surface they also did so below the surface. The Mayans believed that the caves were an entrance to Xibalba “a place of fear” related to death. It is completely so because the Mayans used the caves to perform death rituals and also the river flowing through these caves provided a secret passageway to ambush enemies.
Cave Tubing into a cave system at Caves Branch. After reaching the Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve you will hike for about 30 minutes through the Belize Rain Forest and through a couple of dry caves until you come to the opening of the first cave through which the underground Caves Branch river flows. This is where the REAL fun begins as you will be assisted in getting into your inner tube to begin floating through the caves. It's a short but amazing journey of about 45 minutes to an hour. Our tubes with headrests are linked so there is no need to hold onto someone else's feet and you are guided by a licensed and experienced tour guide :) At the end of the tour, we will head back to the water taxi terminal.
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Departs From: San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
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Enjoy action-packed excursions, starting with the Xunantunich Archaeological Maya site located in the western part of Belize. Climb El Castillo, the second largest ancient Maya structure, ... moreand enjoy a 360-degree view.
Next, zipline at Jaguar Paw with skilled guides at the highest point, 500 feet above dense flora. Then, take a 25-minute jungle trek to the entrance of the second largest limestone cave system in the country. This is where cave tubing starts. Jump on your inner tube and enter the exciting world of rivers, giving you an excellent opportunity to witness nature's best-kept secrets combined with 20 minutes of open river jungle. This includes incredible views of the unmatched horizon of untamed greenery and an unforgettable travel experience.
Type of Tour/Activity: Jungle and Rainforest Adventures
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
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This tour will take you from the Maya temple to the entrance of the Mayan underworld. The adventure starts at the popular Mayan site of Xunantunich; just getting there is an adventure ... moreof its own. After touring the temples, we drive to No’och Che’ en Cave, where you will start off on an easy hike through the jungle to your starting point. As you sit back and enjoy tubing downstream, you will be floating through a series of remarkable limestone caves, each filled with fascinating discoveries of the Mayan underworld. There is also an opportunity to leave your tubes behind and go exploring cave chambers, where you will see ceramic pieces and beautiful geological formations. The adventure ends floating downstream through the jungles of Belize; back at the starting point.
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
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FULL DAY tour of Xunantunich & Cave Tubing adventure will take you exploring the middle world of the ancient Maya to the depths of the Maya underworld. Climb ancient structures ... morethat were once the temples, palaces, and private courtyards of the elite. Let these ancient places whisper to you some of their secrets through our knowledgeable guide(s) as you walk some of the ancient and jungle trails throughout the day.
Enjoy a Maya site, then float through glittering caverns along an underground river. Sample modern Belizean culture as we pamper you with delicious homemade food - feel free to let us know of any special dietary needs: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
Our guide will meet you & drop you off at your hotel/resort in San Ignacio town.
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
We enjoy three sensational tours today. Stroll around the Xunantunich Temple site as you learn about the amazing accomplishments of this ancient civilization. Then it's off to be one ... morewith the birds as you zip through the treetops from platform to platform. Our final tour is a refreshing tube ride down Belize's largest river cave system. A must-do experience for your best memories of Belize!
Type of Tour/Activity: Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Departs From: Caye Caulker
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