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Caracol Maya Ruins Tour: Exploration of Ancient Pyramid Temples and Jungle Monuments in Belize
4.9
288 Ratings
San Ignacio
Embark on an adventure through Belize on a guided tour of the Caracol Maya Ruins. Explore ancient pyramid temples, jungle monuments, and enjoy a refreshing swim in crystal waters. Book now!
Embark on an adventure through Belize on a guided tour of the Caracol Maya Ruins. Explore ancient pyramid temples, jungle monuments, and enjoy a refreshing swim in crystal waters. Book now!
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve - The journey begins with a 1.5-hour drive from the office, navigating rugged dirt roads and passing through quaint Maya villages and picturesque countryside.
- Rio Frio Cave - A must-visit in Belize, Rio Frio Cave is perfect for those seeking an accessible cave adventure. It boasts the largest cave entrance…
- Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve - The journey begins with a 1.5-hour drive from the office, navigating rugged dirt roads and passing through quaint Maya villages and picturesque countryside.
- Rio Frio Cave - A must-visit in Belize, Rio Frio Cave is perfect for those seeking an accessible cave adventure. It boasts the largest cave entrance in Belize and was historically a sacred burial site for the ancient Maya.
- The Maya Ruins of Caracol - Marvel at the Maya’s engineering and architectural prowess as you ascend the Caana (Sky Temple) pyramid, the tallest man-made structure in Belize. From the summit, 135 feet above the plazas, enjoy breathtaking views of Belize and Guatemala. Caracol is a significant site in Maya history, spanning nearly 80 square miles and rivaling Tikal in size, power, and wealth. The site’s history is recorded in hieroglyphics and carvings on its monuments, stelas, and altars. A guided tour will reveal the rich and complex history of this magnificent civilization. You may even spot a family of howler monkeys in the trees above the ancient Maya ball courts.
- Rio On Pools - After exploring the ruins, enjoy refreshments and a picnic lunch. The journey continues through the Pine Ridge area, with a stop at the Rio On Pools, a series of natural swimming holes, perfect for cooling off and relaxing in the clear waters.
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation
- Picnic lunch with a drink
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- National Park fees
- Guide
- Round-trip transportation
- Picnic lunch with a drink
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- National Park fees
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a journey through Belize as you tour the Maya Ruins embedded in the historic city of Caracol. Investigate the jungle-based archaeological sites which feature pyramid temples, squares, and landmarks. Navigate the Mountain Pine Ridge visiting both the Rio On Pools and Rio Frio Cave to take a rejuvenating swim in the clear waters. Relish a…
Embark on a journey through Belize as you tour the Maya Ruins embedded in the historic city of Caracol. Investigate the jungle-based archaeological sites which feature pyramid temples, squares, and landmarks. Navigate the Mountain Pine Ridge visiting both the Rio On Pools and Rio Frio Cave to take a rejuvenating swim in the clear waters. Relish a homemade Belizean picnic lunch paired with soft beverages and rum punch. The tour encompasses a guide, admission charges, a meal with beverages, and two-way transport.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- What to bring: Hiking sandals or trainers, towel, small backpack, liter of water, bug spray, snacks, swim wear with shorts, camera
- There is no minimum age. All are welcomed
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Location
19 Burns Avenue
Burns Avenue
Tours departs and returns to our office located on #19 burns avenue san ignacio.
Directions: MayaWalk Tours Main Office located between Tandoor Restaurant and Belize Bank
Return point: Returns to original departure point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(288 Ratings)
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Ben_g
Aug 7, 2026
Excellent and informative tour with a great lunch - Great tour - really knowledgeable and patient guide, lots of great information about ancient Mayan culture. Delicious lunch! Would recommend for any age of travelers! Moderately taxing in terms of walking/climbing, though the guide is happy to work with whatever level of exertion you would prefer.
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G2355krsusanag
Aug 1, 2026
Belize Caving Expeditions - Leo - What an unforgettable day! As a couple from Spain, we were delighted that Leo effortlessly switched to perfect Spanish, making the experience even more enjoyable. His knowledge of Maya history and culture was simply outstanding. He didn’t just explain the ruins, he brought Caracol to life through fascinating stories, historical context, and an obvious passion for Belize, its people, and its heritage. Every question we asked was answered with incredible depth. We were also amazed to learn that he had personally participated in the excavation of Caracol. What a privilege to explore such an extraordinary place with someone who helped uncover its history! The stop at Big Rock Falls was the perfect ending, absolutely gorgeous. Thank you, Leo, for an experience we’ll never forget
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Mariati468xv
Jul 28, 2026
Caracol, cave, rio tour - Tour was amazing! Isael was very friendly, patient and knowledgeable. Him along with the driver and food staff made the entire tour very enjoyable. Drive was comfortable and we are very pleased with the experience. Definitely recommend it.
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Markpc8892qz
Jul 17, 2026
Caraco,l Rio Frio Cave, and Rio On Pools - Great experience. Our guide Eddy was well informed and answered any questions. The lunch was delicious as well.
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Stephanie_s
Jun 21, 2026
Our trip to Caracol and... - Our trip to Caracol and Rio On Pools was wonderful. Our guide has extensive knowledge of the native birds and animals. He also ensured that we had ample opportunities for pictures and gladly offered to take our photos.
One of the highlights of our trip was our chance to witness a family of Howler Monkeys up close at Caracol. Rio On Pools was also fun, especially after spending all morning in the heat. We enjoyed the natural swimming pools, which provided a perfect spot to cool off and unwind. The delicious lunch provided after exploring Caracol was also a delightful addition to our overall experience.
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Patriciabr1789vm
Jun 20, 2026
Great tour company - Did 4 Mayan ruins on trip, Caracol was the only one I did as a tour. Very glad I did so. It is a very long drive, so let someone else do it. Loved Rio cave to start. Isreal was my guide and very knowledge about this site and his culture. They allow solo bookings (others require at least 2 people just to book) - as a solo you are dependant on others also doing the tour. Definitely recommend MayaWalk tours!
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Gavin
Jun 2, 2026
An amazing exhibition of the scale of Mayan cities and civilization. - An impressive site. The enormous number of visible structures not yet uncovered was almost as intriguing as those that were.
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Jaroslawp380
May 28, 2026
Great tour by MayaWalk Tours - Today, we had an incredible experience visiting the Caracol Mayan Ruins with MayaWalk Tours. Since no other tourists had booked it that day, we ended up with a private tour. This allowed us to explore the entire site on our own, creating a truly magical experience. We’ve visited other Mayan sites in Guatemala and Honduras during this trip, but Caracol was equally beautiful. Adding visits to Rio Frio Cave and Rio On Pools made the trip even more memorable. Everything was well-organized, and our guide, Isael (Issy), was incredibly knowledgeable and professional. The picnic lunch was also top-notch.
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Jleb0wski
May 19, 2026
Great tour and fascinating historical site - Had a great experience on this tour.
Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. The rest of the team staff is very professional and friendly as well. Highly recommend this company and this tour.
The site is beautiful with a fascinating history.
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F1522iuchristophers
Jul 17, 2026
Reconfirm Your Reservation BEFORE You Go! - I'd made a reservation for this tour months in advance to coincide with a trip to Guatemala. I flew from Guatemala City to Belize City, hired a van to drive 2 hours to San Ignacio, checked into my hotel, and stopped by the MayaWalks' office just before it closed that same evening -- only to learn that my Caracol tour, scheduled for the following morning, had just been cancelled since I was its only customer. I explained that I had traveled to Belize specifically for this tour and was returning to the USA the day after the tour. MayaWalks offered , for a slightly higher price, its Tikal tour or, if I really wanted to go to Caracol, I could pay and additional $150 (for a "second customer"). I responded that I'd already been to Tikal and that it would have been far easier and cheaper for me to travel directly to Flores while I was in Guatemala . IStill interested in Caracol, I asked if they could lower the $150 "surcharge" by eliminating all of the Caracol Ruins' "extras" (lunch, visits to the caves, etc.) since I was ONLY interested in the ruins themselves. The response was no. Left with little choice, I accepted the Tikal Tour offer although it took extra effort to convince them to waive the "extra cost." Again, I understand that it was off-season -- but I think MayaWalks could have been far more accommodating for a customer who'd traveled far, paid for transportation to and from San Ignacio, booked a hotel for 2 nights, and ended up returning to Guatemala to visit a site he'd already seen. Very disappointing (to say the least).
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