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Small group Caracol Tour from San Ignacio

5.0 (12 reviews) 9–11 hours Free cancellation
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Small group Caracol Tour from San Ignacio

About this activity

This full-day tour includes an authentic Belizean lunch, Rio Frio Cave and Rio on pools. Get ready to explore this once very powerful site where great Mayan royals ruled, lived, died and now lay buried. Let the surrounding jungle whisper its secrets of past and present civilizations. Walk and explore places where only royals were allowed. Peak into their living quarters and let your imagination take you back in time and marvel at what was left behind. (October - February be prepared for some rainy days and off road driving- muddy)

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At a glance

Duration
9–11 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Written guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
St Leonard's Tours

Ages: Children (4–9 years) · Youth (10–16 years) · Adults (17–65 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Rio Frio Cave and Rio on Pools
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Local, professional driver/guide
  • Included: Transport by private, air conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: The listed price does not include a departure tax per person, payable at the time of tour check-in. The departure tax is required by our local supplier and/or the local transit or governing authority and is not within our control
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Any hotel outside San Ignacio Town, Cayo District may incur a small additional fee

Itinerary

  1. St. Leonard's Tours

    Passing by

    Our guide will meet you at your hotel and drive to the great maya city of Caracol. Bring along comfortable footwear and clothing to comfort you in the full day's adventure ahead of you. Climb the great Caana, be marveled by such a powerful city in the middle of the jungle, how they conquered and built such an enigmatic society. Let the jungle give you a look at the hundreds of ancient structures as you walk the trails in search of answers to quench your curiosity.

  2. The Maya Ruins of Caracol

    3 hours Admission included

    This mysterious and mighty maya city of Caracol has some of the most fascinating history and architectural work that never stops to amazing visitors. Its location and great power to subdue its enemy is still captivating. Come explore and be marvelled with such ancient structures.

  3. Rio Frio Cave

    30 min

    Explore this unique cave surrounded by jungle in the Mountain Pine Ridge area.(this cave may be affected by bad weather/heavy rains)

  4. Rio On Pools

    one hour

    After a day for driving and exploring the big mayan city of Caracol you will be more than happy to leave your vehicle for a refreshing dip in the waters of the Rio on Pools.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

  • The Lodge at Chaa Creek
  • Cassia Hill Resort Belize
  • Rolson Cocina,Cantina & Hotel
  • Sweet Songs Hostel
  • Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge, a Muy'Ono Resort
  • San Ignacio Resort Hotel
  • Table Rock Jungle Lodge

SMALL group tours of 4- 8ppl

(NB: any groups of 6 - 15people or more can also be accommodated and will be given a PRIVATE tour for their group)

All AIRBnBs: please provide us with your location & local contact number for airbnb

EXTRA FEE: for any pickup & drop off OUTSIDE San Ignacio Town. Fee is based on location and payable cash to local provider at pickup time on day of tour. call/email to confirm availability.

EXTRA fee for: Sweet Songs, Black Rock, Macaw Bank, Mahogany Hall, Aliana Villas, or any other accommodation close to the above mentioned names.

NO PICKUP & DROP OFFS to: Belize City, Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Hopkins, Placencia. Guests from Belize city, Hopkins, Placencia are approx 2 hours away from our location and are advised to use own transport or arrange shuttle from within their location; this tour is NOT AVAILABLE for Ambergris caye & Caye Caulker

Using your ticket

  • 7am PICKUP from San Ignacio Town
  • Bring a complete change of clothes
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • The tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Minimum of 3 pax apply. 
  • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified date/period, please confirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
  • Not recommended for pregnant women, persons with back problems, heart conditions, other serious medical conditions
  • INFANTS are free, once with 2 paying adults. Parents or adults pay for INFANT(s) entrance fees, lunch, equipment rental where/whenever applicable
  • Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
  • For any questions/concerns kindly contact us at [email protected] or (00 501) 662 4801

Hotel pickups may commence prior to this time, especially if you are out of San Ignacio Town

Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the consecutive days selected.

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%

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Service animals allowed

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

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

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Traveller ratings

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