Top San Ignacio Cultural Tours

Awaken your inner archaeologist as you explore the sprawling Mayan ruins of Caracol. Departing from San Ignacio, you’ll journey deep into the jungles of Belize to the Chiquibul Forest Reserve — home to one of the largest Mayan sites in the country. Your expert guide will illuminate the fascinating history of Caracol, which was once a mighty city and a rival of neighboring Tikal in Guatemala. Explore magnificent plazas, temples, palaces, and an observatory while learning about the social and religious practices of the ancient Mayans. Round-trip transport from your San Ignacio hotel is included on this full-day tour.

Combine three experiences in one day during this comprehensive excursion ideal for travelers on a time budget. See more of the region than you could alone—including a stop at the Xunantich archaeological site for a tour from a local guide—without the hassle of arranging your own transport. Then, sample several typical Belizean foods and learn to make chocolate the Mayan way.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of archaeological sites, Xunantunich and Cahal Pech, on an enriching tour from San Ignacio. Travel deep into the Belizean jungle with a guide and discover Mayan structures and exotic flora and fauna. At Xunantunich, gaze at spectacular views of the lush forest from El Castillo, Belize’s second highest man-made structure, and marvel at the intriguing limestone structures of Cahal Pech. Gain fascinating insight into the history and culture of the Maya empire from your expert guide on this educational tour.

Experience two Belizean cultures on a full-day trip from San Ignacio to a Maya village and Barton Creek, a conservative Mennonite community. Browse local handicrafts at a trio of women’s collectives, learn about Maya farming techniques, and enjoy a traditional local lunch. Continue to Barton Creek, where the Mennonites maintain a simple way of life using horse-drawn buggies, conservative religious clothing and few modern amenities. Learn the stories behind this German-speaking tropical culture, and get an insider’s look at Belize’s remarkable diversity.   

Let our guides take you back in time, explore the impressive underworld of the ATM Cave and enjoy one of the most enlightening experiences of your life. When you venture into the hour glass shaped entrance you will be welcomed by clear blue waters from the perennial stream that flows throughout the cave. Along the way you will see ancient tools, pots and pieces and learn the history of the Mayan Civilization. As you travel deeper into the cave you will meet sacred burials and the Crystal Maiden complete and intact female remains covered in sparkling mineral deposits. Her death is sacrificial ritual for agricultural fertility.

Belize is known for its rich natural resources and our many attractions. So spend the day doing the three best things in Belize. First attraction will be the cave that is in this new adventure park called Cave World Adventures. Then we’ll go to visit the famous Xunantunich Mayan ruin and then end the tour by heading to the waterfalls in Cristo Rey swimming hole (Monkey Falls) What to bring: • packed breakfast and/or lunch  • bottled water and/or snacks  • swimwear, towels, extra dry clothes  What to wear: • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

Experience the essence of a meditative ambiance as you glide on a canoe through an underground cave system as the sound of the paddle on the peaceful waters harmonizes with your heartbeat. While canoeing through the cave see large crystalline formations, skeletal remains and other cultural artifacts.

One of the most important Mayan places in Belize, you can't miss it! We have two daily departures. Book Now

A 4 hour or more tour into this no known ending cave. This cave is a dry cave with many chambers. swimming in the lakes is an option for you. This tour is an intense activity level. What to bring:  • packed breakfast and/or lunch  • bottled water and/or snacks  • swimwear, towels and extra dry clothes if you intend to swim  What to wear:  • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

Belize Premier Black Indigenous Cultural & Cooking Classes guaranteed to be highly educational, entertaining and interactive.  Come journey with us through our historical stories.  We are glad to share the tremendous cultural value of our coconut trees engaging you in the interactive process of coconut harvesting, husking, tasting, grating and milk extraction. Enter our traditional Garifuna Kitchen where we share with you our cassava baking process and share many of our antique collection of artifacts with you.   Cooking Class in Hopkins Belize is always fun time.   Earn your bragging rights by over coming the heat in the kitchen.  Fireheart Cooking Lessons is a unique signature experience where you get to prepare your own (HUDUT) traditional meal that is served for Lunch or Dinner.  Culminate your Garifuna Immersion with sensational drum rolls learning the basic techniques of Garifuna drumming & Music & revitalizing your souls earning your delicious cultural dessert.

Visit Belize’s 3 Ancient jungle Mayan ruins recently discovered and unexcavated. Which are located in Benque, San Jose Succotz and Cave World Adventures. This Tour starts at 8am and it's a 6-8 hour tour What to bring: -packed breakfast and/or lunch  -bottled water and/or snacks  What to wear:  • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

this half day tour gives you more flexibility to book more tours for this day. You can book a cave tour, or medicinal trail or even a Mayan Shaman tour or better yet; a chocolate making tour all tours available within 30 minutes from this Mayan Ruin tour. What to bring: • packed breakfast and/or lunch  • bottled water and/or snacks  What to wear: • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

a whole day tour with a duration of apprioximately 8 hours What to bring: -packed breakfast and/or lunch   -bottled water and/or snacks   What to wear:   • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

perfect day trip to visit the Mayan Ruins, this tour duration is approximately 8 hours including travelling time What to bring: -packed breakfast and/or lunch   -bottled water and/or snacks   What to wear:   • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

a whole day tour located in the city of Belize What to bring:  • packed breakfast and/or lunch  • bottled water and/or snacks  What to wear:  • comfortable clothing and hiking/running shoes 

This guided tour takes you into the jungles of Belize to explore the Lamanai ruins, the site of an ancient Maya city. Begin your journey with a scenic cruise down the New River to reach the entrance to the archaeological site, and then explore the excavated temples, plazas, and royal palaces with your guide.

a whole day tour visiting 3 different attractions. starts at 8am What to bring: -packed breakfast and/or lunch   -bottled water and/or snacks   -swimwear, towels, and extra dry clothes What to wear:   • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. The small Belize capital Belmopan is the newest Caribbean settlement in the Americas, rich with ancient Mayan culture in addition to the rest. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What kinds of tales about the scary Sisimitos and Sisimitas are told in Belizean folklore? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

this tour starts at 8am and it's a 4 hour tour What to bring: -packed breakfast and/or lunch   -bottled water and/or snacks   What to wear:   • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes 

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Did you know that Xunantunich was lost until XIX c.? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Have you ever heard that The name Cahal Pech, meaning "Place of the Ticks" in the Yucatec Maya language? What is the most famous historical couple of Belize? We will tell you this secret during the tour. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Did you know that Xunantunich was lost until XIX c.? Have you ever heard that The name Cahal Pech, meaning "Place of the Ticks" in the Yucatec Maya language? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Those who like luxury could to see Princess Casino. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of San Ignacio. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Day full trip to Tikal from Belize Visit Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour the Mayan ruins of Tikal with a professional and informative Tour guide Learn about the Mayans who built one of the largest archaeological sites of the pre-Columbian world What You Can Expect to Explore Tikal on a day trip from Belize! Visit one of the largest and most important Mayan sites in all of Central America. Your professional Tour guide will pick you up at your hotel for the roughly

This tour duration is a whole day tour. Departing from San Ignacio at 8am What to bring:  • packed breakfast and/or lunch  • bottled water and/or snacks  • swimwear, towels and extra dry clothes  What to wear:   • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes

this tour duration is approximately 4 hours What to bring:  • packed breakfast and/or lunch  • bottled water and/or snacks  What to wear:  • comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes