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Caracol Maya Site, Rio Frio Cave & Rio On Pools: Guided Belize Tour with Traditional Lunch
4.8
17 Ratings
San Ignacio
Embark on a guided tour of Caracol Maya Site, Rio Frio Cave, and Rio On Pools in Belize. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Maya civilization, explore stunning natural landscapes, and indulge in a traditional Belizean lunch.
Embark on a guided tour of Caracol Maya Site, Rio Frio Cave, and Rio On Pools in Belize. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Maya civilization, explore stunning natural landscapes, and indulge in a traditional Belizean lunch.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Caracol Road - Leaving San Ignacio at 7:30 AM with a 2 hours drive to Caracol, we will take you through the Maya villages of Cristo Rey and San Antonio, to one of the largest metropolis in the Maya lowlands of ancient times, the splendorous Caracol.At Caracol we will take you along a forest trail, giving you the experience of a life time as we…
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Caracol Road - Leaving San Ignacio at 7:30 AM with a 2 hours drive to Caracol, we will take you through the Maya villages of Cristo Rey and San Antonio, to one of the largest metropolis in the Maya lowlands of ancient times, the splendorous Caracol.At Caracol we will take you along a forest trail, giving you the experience of a life time as we recount the history of nobles and peasants living a mystic world. .Here they built magnificent structure, developed agriculture practices and a network of roads, which would come to support over a 100,000 inhabitants. Situated on the Vaca Plateau at an elevation of 500 meters, Caracol was first settled in 600 B.C. Rose to an impressive metropolis by 675 A.D. and once defeated Tikal. Climbing the mighty Canna towering 43 meters, one the largest man-made structure in Belize. From here admire the great view of the tropical forest and the space that shaped and was shaped by the Maya civilization.
After lunch we will drive back, stopping at the refreshing waters of the Rio On Pools or Big Rock falls which is like 100 ft high in the Mountain Pine Ridge where you can swim and relax Before driving back to San Ignacio.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information
you will take in the breathtaking landscape of the plants and wildlife which add to the awe-inspiring splendor of this extraordinary Mayan City. Here, you will embark on an unforgettable journey as you follow the tracks once trodden by the elite and commonfolk that inhabited this enigmatic land. Additionally, the tour guides enrich the experience with…
you will take in the breathtaking landscape of the plants and wildlife which add to the awe-inspiring splendor of this extraordinary Mayan City. Here, you will embark on an unforgettable journey as you follow the tracks once trodden by the elite and commonfolk that inhabited this enigmatic land. Additionally, the tour guides enrich the experience with their local wisdom passed on by their forefathers. Treat yourself to a mouthwatering Belizean lunch, followed by a refreshing dip in the Rio On Pools.
Location
46 Burns Avenue
Burns Avenue
We are located on #46 Burns Avenue, San Ignacio; Unit 2
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
4.8
(17 Ratings)
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Avid
Jan 12, 2026
Great tour Rudy Rocked! - This was a lovely small tour shared only with one other couple. Rudy our driver and guide was very knowledgeable not only about the ruin and Belize history and culture but numerous other topics. With such a small group we were able to ask many questions and go at our own pace. We did t get to see the cave as with the prior rains the rod was closed but got to stop at the beautiful Rio pools. I would recommend this trip especially if you get Rudy!
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Cindyh3229
Dec 29, 2025
Super positive, confortable experience. - Upon arriving to San Ignacio, we discovered that the caves were closed due to flooding. This tour was set up by our host the night before departure. I cannot say enough wonderful things about how beautiful the tour was. Our tour, guide, Angel, was a wealth of knowledge and super good at engaging the group with humor and information. The vehicle he picked us up in from our hotel was beautiful, very comfortable ride, and fostered a nice group atmosphere. The lunch was wonderful, served communally at the Mayan ruins. We really had a beautiful time and would recommend this tour to anyone.
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Jamesbb6839fe
Nov 3, 2025
A local slice of life, and a great ruins tour - We had the best experience with Belize Caving Expeditions. On our first day in San Ignacio, our hotel set us up with a specialized birding tour with them, and we met our soon-to-be friend Selwyn, since he was their resident bird expert. He started us on the grounds of our hotel, showing us the birds we were sharing the land with so that we could identify them during our stay. Then we started to drive around and stop frequently to spot the resident exotic birds. That day ended up with a canoe tour of Barton Creek Cave and some more impromptu birding while we waited to have the cave to ourselves. The next day, we had a tour to Caracol booked, and they sent Selwyn back to us (pulling him off another tour) since they knew we were avid birders. We spent some more birding time as we drove to and toured the Mayan site - which Selwin was also extremely knowledgeable of. Oh - and we stopped off at his mom's house to get an avocado fresh from the tree to have with our lunch! And speaking of lunch, both days were simple stewed chicken, but they were probably the best meals we had in Belize - always accompanied by fresh tortillas and salsa made by locals. It was more than a tour experience, we really got to know some of the local way of life during our trips with Selwyn and Belize Caving Expeditions. Highly recommend, and get Selwyn if you're into birds at all - he can spot the tiniest bird at several hundred yards while navigating windy streets!
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Cosmopolitan553753
Oct 2, 2025
BEST TOUR AND TOUR GUIDE - Hugo Onil Avilez is an exceptionally warm and highly motivated guide, whose services come highly recommended. We thoroughly enjoyed our excursion to the Caracol Mayan Ruin, which boasted breathtaking scenery and a serene environment that made for a refreshing walk. The natural bath at Pinol Pools was a wonderful conclusion to the tour. Onil demonstrated impressive knowledge of our Mayan ancestors' history, and we were all impressed by my nephew JJ's engagement and interest in Mayan history. Onil took the time to answer all of JJ's questions. If you're considering booking a private tour to the Mayan temples or ATM caves, Onil is an excellent choice who will not disappoint. Hugo Onil Avilez
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Luiggiadiretta
Aug 3, 2025
Very nice tour with a very nice guide - We had a very good time during our trip to Caracol! Our guide was very nice and informative, and gave us a lot of insight about how the Maya used to live.
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832pattyo
Jan 22, 2025
Amazing experience! - The site is so full of history and so large…I learned so much from our incredibly knowledgeable guide. It wouldn’t be nearly the experience if we did it on our own. Sometimes felt like we had the place to ourselves…
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Shannongx9328as
Dec 10, 2024
Incredible Guides and Wonderful Hospitality - We visited Caracol and Rio On pools guided by Leo and bonus guide for the day Luis. We learned so much about the Mayan history, the Cayo region, and the Caracol excavation (since Leo worked on the excavation himself many years ago!). I was with my 75-year old father and we were able to move around the park easily. The transport was smooth and comfortable, and lunch was delicious.
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Kathyof4159ms
Oct 8, 2024
Best day of my trip! - I packed a lot of great experiences into one week in Belize, but the highlight was the tour to Caracol with our guide Leo. From the moment he picked us up at our hotel to drop-off, the day was full of good conversation, laughs and interesting information on a variety of subjects. This is low season, and we were so fortunate to be able to visit this beautiful site without any other visitors, just the three of us and Leo. The cave and pools before/after Caracol rounded out the day with a nice balance of nature and archeology.
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Geolover74
Feb 27, 2024
Super enjoyable Caracol day tour!! - Leo took us on an awesome day tour to Caracol, followed by a swim stop after lunch!
Most passionate to share his wide knowledge of Belize, its history and his first hand experience working at Caracol. We take away great memories and are now even more curious about Mayan culture and history! Thanks Leo!!
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Jodyf976
Dec 24, 2023
Caracol Day Tour - Overwhelmingly amazing tour. Our guide for the day was Leo, and he had a vast knowledge of the area, ruins, and history. 100% recommend Leo (he prepared some great food to - rum punch was delicious).
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