Xunantunich Maya Ruin from San Pedro
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
A Xunantunich Maya ruins tour from San Pedro is more than a temple visit; it is a journey from Belize’s Caribbean island setting into the heart of the Cayo District. The approach is part of what makes the site memorable. Cross the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry, climb the limestone ridge, and enter six ceremonial plazas containing more than 25 temples and palaces. At El Castillo, your guide explains carved friezes, Maya rulership, astronomy, ceremony, and the city’s connections across the region while wide views stretch toward Guatemala. The architecture becomes easier to understand when its position above the river and surrounding valleys is included in the story. This focused experience allows travelers to appreciate one important Maya city in depth instead of rushing between unrelated attractions. The combination of the ferry crossing, monumental architecture, elevated landscape, and local interpretation creates a strong sense of discovery.
Inclusions
What's included
- Water, Soda and Juices
- Transportation
- Private Guide
- Entrance Fee
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
A hand cranked ferry use cross transportation across the Mopan rive to gain access to Xunantunich.
A must-visit, even when on the shortest stays in our beautiful country. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. You’ll depart from your Hopkins where our guides will meet you before your drive to this temple.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Private Belize Adventure
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Belize City
- Its from-price is 29% below the median of the 74 day trips we list in Belize City.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 49 of 74.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Belize City
Belize City is a harbour town on the Caribbean, the country's largest city and the usual starting point for the cayes, the reef and Maya sites.
Belize City sits low on the Caribbean coast at the mouth of Haulover Creek, which divides the town in two, and an old swing bridge over the creek is its best-known landmark. It was the capital until the government moved inland to Belmopan in 1970 after a devastating hurricane, but it remains the biggest city and the main port. Wooden colonial houses stand beside newer buildings, and the Museum of Belize occupies a former prison.
Top-ranked sights in Belize City: Xunantunich, Altun Ha, Lamanai.
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