Full-Day Caracol Maya Temple and Pine Ridge Forest Reserve


9 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
2 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

Small groups for a personalized experience. Convenient pick up and drop off at your hotel within 20km of San Ignacio town

This Maya archaeological site is located in the Cayo District of Belize. It is situated 40 kilometers south of San Ignacio Town, Cayo and rests on the Vaca Plateau at an elevation of 500 meters above sea-level. It is now known that Caracol was one of the most important regional political centers of the Maya Lowlands during the Classic Period. While hiking through this magnificent site, wildlife sightings of monkeys and birds add to the experience. Also included is a visit to the Rio Frio cave and Rio On Pools.

Inclusions

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Lunch
  • Driver/guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Entry/Admission - The Maya Ruins of Caracol
  • Entry/Admission - Rio Frio Cave

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: The Maya Ruins of Caracol, 65 km south of San Ignacio Belize

Hiking, Climbing pyramids, bird watching and wild life spotting.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, 24 km southeast of San Ignacio Western Belize Belize

On the way back from Caracol, we will stop at Rio On Pools for a refreshing swim.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Rio On Pools, Augustine Belize

Swimming in natural cascading, refreshing, pools.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Rio Frio Cave, Mountain Pine Ridge Area Belize

Sightseeing, minimal hiking

Duration: 30 minutes

Additional information

  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 43 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
383Med
December 2021

An exciting and educational trip. The guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, fun and an exceptional driver. There was no rush, we got the time to properly take in the awe inspiring Mayan buildings and the guide explained the meanings of carvings, the ancient politics of the area and he answered ...

RobnLyn1975
October 2023

First, I want to say that our guide - Dimas, was the absolute best guide. He made Caracol come alive for us. He explained what we were seeing, and some history of the site. He explained the Mayan calendar. Then lunch was the best Belizean stewed chicken we eat on this trip. With a tablecloth...

Karajeon
September 2023

We had an excellent tour to the mayan site Caracol. Our tour covered stops at multiple attractions as was discussed in the office. The best part of the tour was our guide! He knew Mayan history very well and was telling us more than one theory about the site origins. He was open for questions and...

Journey41451314199
July 2023

We we're keen to include a visit to the Mayan ruins during our ten day trip to Belize. Research showed that Caracol was clearly the best site in the country. Cayo Inland Expeditions provided an excellent experience. Our tour guide, Dimas provided a wealth of information during the two hour drive ...

GeneralShamu
June 2023

We did a full day private tour to Caracola no Rio on Pools/Big Rock Falls. The tour was done by Dinas, who is also an avid birder and wildlife/nature enthusiast. He was exceptionally knowledgeable about the site and could explain things in both English and Spanish fluently. We would absolutely re...

mapN1526IO
March 2023

Caracol Maya Temple was very impressive. Worth the bumpy drive for sure. Perhaps not many tourists go there because of a longer drive. We felt we had the entire area for ourselves (along with the howler monkeys). Our guide, Dimas, is an exceptional guide with a wealth of knowledge of the archeo...

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