Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio

Highlights

  • Climb to the top of one of the tallest ceremonial pyramids in Belize

  • Float through an intricate cave system on an underground river

  • With round-trip transport from San Ignacio, see Cayo district highlights

Summary

Meet your guide at pickup from your San Ignacio accommodations and drive to the nearby archaeological site of Xunantunich, crossing the Mopan River on a traditional hand-cranked ferry to reach the hilltop ruins. Learn the history of this ancient Maya city as you explore the remnants of palaces, ball courts, and the imposing El Castillo temple, which offers expansive jungle views from the top. Take a break for an included lunch before heading to the entrance of a massive underground cave system. Climb into a sturdy inner tube and float through caverns once used by the Maya for ceremonial purposes and filled with sparkling stalagmite and stalagmite formations. Back in the light of day, dry off for the return to your San Ignacio hotel.

Tour info

Duration
9 hours - 11 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Explore the world of the ancient Maya on a combo tour in Belize with included transportation from San Ignacio. Your tour takes you from the heights of ceremonial temples to the depths of the Maya underworld on a cave tubing adventure. Climb pyramids and palaces on a guided tour of the Xunantunich archaeological site, and float through glittering caverns along an underground river. Sample modern Belizean culture with included lunch.

What’s included?

  • all entrance fees, cave tubing equipment, water, light snack, lunch

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (within San Ignacio)

  • small group tours

  • Entry/Admission - Xunantunich

  • Entry/Admission - Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve

  • Alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, gratuities

  • Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

  • pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE of San Ignacio Town (contact us to confirm availability)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9-11 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

All our tours are small groups (all guests are vaccinated and/or tested negative to coronavirus)

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

St Leonard's Tours

About operator:

St Leonard's Tours offers great private and personalized tours from Horse Riding, Archeological sites, Cave exploration, Cave Tubing and more. We have an adventure for all: Xunantunich horse riding; Xunantunich & Cave tubing combo; PRIVATE airport shuttles & combos, Family getaways, hiking tour to Xunantunich; Ziplining, Cahal Pech; Food tours; ATM; tours for families, couples, friends. We customize to your need, interest and pace.

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