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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This tour is the best way to explore the ancient Mayan temples and the marvelous caves in one tour for one price. This excursion is for those seeking the trill and adventure of being in the rain forest and savannas. The full tour takes 5 hours to complete, and gives guest ample time to swim around inside the caves and enough exploring time at Altun Ha temples. Travelers can expect to learn about Belize's flora, fauna, history, culture and see some of the local wildlife such as howler monkeys, iguanas and many species of birds.
Local guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Port pickup and drop-off
Local taxes
Fuel surcharge
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve, Belize City, Belize At this archaeological reserve, your guide will allow a few minutes for you to change into your tubing gear or swimwear. In the meantime, he will be preparing your tubes and other gears until you are finished. You'll then begin your 15 minute educational hike through the lush rain forest trails with your guide leading the way. After this trek, you'll be at the entrance of the "Mayan Under World"; the cave. Feel free to take a dip in the crystal clear water with your guide to cool down before you begin!
Sit back and relax for the next hour and a half as your guide pulls you through the cave; pointing out pristine crystals and other natural formations along the way. Become submerged in ancient Mayan history and one of a kind grandeur. Take your cameras so that you can photograph the beauty of the large "cenote" or sinkhole and waterfall inside the cave system. Upon exiting the cave you will float on the open river for at least 25 minutes before arriving at the start/end point again. 150 minutes
Altun Ha, Rock Stone Pond, Belize The Ancient Mayan city of Altun Ha is considered as one of Belize's most popular Mayan cities, internationally known for being the home of the largest piece of 'jade' carving ever discovered in the Mayan world. With earliest evidences of settlement dating back to 200 B.C, it boast 2 large plazas that host the discovery of rich tombs which indicates that the ruling elite enjoyed access to substantial amounts of exotic goods. And although no specific cause was found to explain the decline of Altun Ha, it is believed to began around 900 A.D.
Enjoy a peaceful guided tour filled with plenty native flora and fauna like toucans, parrots, iguanas, orchids, flowers and fruit trees and countless cedar and mahogany trees which create a safe place for numerous species of birds. Restrooms, a museum and even local souvenir shops are onsite. 90 minutes
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name and docking time
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Dress code: Swimwear, towels, water shoes, dry clothes, insect repellent and sun screen.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Jefferey_L
09 Mar 2023
Fred was our tour guide. When we booked we didn’t realize that it would be just my wife and myself. It worked out great and he was friendly, professional and very accommodating. Loved the cave experience. The ruins provided some insight into ancient Mayan civilization and Fred was very knowledgeable. The lunch was simple and delicious.
Tanya_W
05 Mar 2023
Joey was our guide and we really lucked out. He was so great, really educated us on the history of Belize and present day. I would absolutely book another tour with him. We had such a great time!
DavidP0620
26 Jan 2023
I had arranged with the owner, Percy, to be picked up at my resort for a day trip to Altun Ha and cave kayaking. I would be accompanying some people being picked up from a cruise ship, but since Altun Ha and the caves were in opposite directions, I would be picked up first, then the others, and we would go first to the cave.
The cave kayaking at Nohoch Che'en was great! Our driver and guide, Jeff Dawson, was pleasant, personable, and professional.
It was AFTER experiencing the cave, and I mentioned the ruins, that Jeff informed me that the other people had signed on to go to the howler monkey sanctuary, and we were not going to Altun Ha! He seemed genuinely surprised that I had expected otherwise.
Owner Percy did not care to address this, other than to claim it was an "honest mistake" on his part ... despite all the repetitions of Altun Ha and ruins, and his explanation regarding pickup arrangements that Altun Ha was in the opposite direction from the caves, necessitating that I be picked up before the cruise vacationers, rather than after.
Essentially, too bad, I asked for A and was given B, there's nothing he could do about it, and no compensation was forthcoming.
Horse manure!
This tour in
Belize City
is organized by
Royal Belizean Adventures
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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