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Activity San Ignacio, Belize

Horseback Ride to the Forgotten Jungle City

5.0 (38 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Horseback Ride to the Forgotten Jungle City

About this activity

Saddle up and get ready for a horseback-riding adventure in Belize. Ride through the heart of the Maya Mountains to reach Minanha, the 'Forgotten Jungle City.' You'll have time to explore the ruins of this lost Maya city, check out a ceremonial cave, and enter secret chambers. Lunch is included.

Nature and Wildlife Tours Horseback Riding Low Supplier Cancellation Rate Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Jungle Splash Eco Tours

Ages: Adults (15–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Transport by private vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Come adventure with us on an authentic journey to the Forgotten City and visit Maya ruin sites in their raw-form while on horseback! Guests will be picked-up in San Ignacio. Then travel to the Mystic, Maya Mountains where they will experience spectacular views of the Cayo Countryside, rural jungle, exotic flora and fauna while adventuring through the jungle on horseback to what was once one of the most populated and powerful Maya cities 1000 years ago. While venturing through the jungle to the Forgotten City on our family's personal, and well-trained horses, guests will stop to explore Cave Isabella, the gateway to Xibala (the Mayan Underworld), which is full of ceremonial, Maya riches and artifacts. Afterwards our guests will venture further into the jungle to the main ruin site, Bitkal, where our guests will have the opportunity to be one of the few people in the entire world in1000 years to hike an unexcavated pyramid and throne of the some of the most influential Maya rulers. This is an authentic, once-in-a-lifetime adventure you will not forget! Our family is excited to show you our hidden gem of Belize!

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Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Complimentary transportation to and from your hotel within San Ignacio can be provided. For guests residing in a hotel outside San Ignacio or an Air Bnb, please meet your tour guide at the Cayo Welcome Center in Downtown San Ignacio.

End point

  • Complimentary transportation to and from your hotel within San Ignacio can be provided. For guests residing in a hotel outside San Ignacio or an Air Bnb, please meet your tour guide at the Cayo Welcome Center in Downtown San Ignacio.

Pickup points

  • Cassia Hill Resort Belize
  • Venus Hotel
  • San Ignacio Resort Hotel
  • Rumors Resort
  • Casa Blanca Guest House
  • Cahal Pech Village Resort
  • Maya Bella Downtown Hotel
  • Tropicool Hotel

We provide transportation for guests staying at hotels within the San Ignacio- Area. If you are staying at a hotel outside of the San Ignacio-area, simply let us know at time of booking so we can assist you in arranging a pick-up and drop-off for a small additional fee.

Using your ticket

For this Activity kindly note that you will need long pants, comfortable clothing, and closed footwear. Kindly advise of your weight, and of any food allergies/dietary restrictions that you may have. Thank you

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Dress code: Comfortable riding clothing (long pants and a sleeved shirt) are recommended

  • Vegetarian option is available; please advise at time of booking if required

  • Please specify if you have any dietary restrictions at time of booking

Traveller ratings

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