Activity Hopkins, Belize

Xunantunich Maya Ruins

5.0 (13 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Xunantunich Maya Ruins — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Xunantunich Mayan Temples — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Depart for a day of Mayan historical adventure to see some of the finest Maya Ruins in Belize.

Xunantunich is located in the Cayo District across from Benque Viejo Road near the village of San Jose Succotz just a few miles from Belize’s western border with Guatemala. At the village of San Jose Succotz, we cross over the Mopan River using a hand-cranked ferry. From the other side of the river, it’s a mile uphill to the site, which can be accessed on foot or in a vehicle.

Xunantunich Mayan ruin, also known as the “Maiden of the Rock” is the second tallest Mayan ruin in Belize. The largest pyramid, El Castillo stands 130 feet high above the main plaza and offers an impressive panoramic view of the Cayo District, Guatemala, and the Mopan River. The site has been largely excavated and has a well-appointed educational museum.

Experience an authentic Belizean lunch in the immediate area of the ruins.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Get to Know Belize Adventures

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–16 years) · Adults (17–60 years) · Seniors (61–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: Lunch
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

Xunantunich

2 hours Admission included

Explore the ancient Mayan center of Xunantunich and soak up the history of this fascinating area with your licensed guide.

Marvel at the perfect architecture of El Castillo, one of the three largest Maya Temples of Belize, and the largest structure on this site standing 130 feet above plaza level, with several inner chambers; move through other temples and courtyards where once Kings, Queens and their elite carried out special ceremonies honoring mayan gods

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hopkins Inn
Parrot Cove Lodge
Almond Beach Resort & Spa
Seiri Del Mar
The White Horse Inn - Hopkins Village Beach Belize
Villa Margarita at Jaguar Reef
Coconut Row Boutique Hotel
Villa Verano
Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort
Sinsonte Beya Beach Hotel
Beaches and Dreams

and 5 more pickup points

Complimentary pickup from any accommodation in Hopkins

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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.