Xunantunich Tour: A Full Day of Adventure from San Ignacio

Embark on a full day of adventure from San Ignacio with a Xunantunich Tour. Explore ancient Maya ruins, go cave tubing, and enjoy a delicious lunch at Jaguar Paw.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Xunantunich - The guide will meet guests at their hotel in San Ignacio Town and drive approximately 20 minutes to Xunantunich for a guided tour lasting about 1 to 2 hours.
    After the tour, the group will travel approximately 1.5 hours to Nohoch Che’en Caves, also known as “Jaguar Paw,” where a delicious homemade lunch will be served.
  • **Nohoch…
What's Included
  • All entrance fees
  • Cave tubing equipment
  • Water
  • Lunch
  • Small group tours
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (within San Ignacio)
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, gratuities
  • pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE of San Ignacio Town (contact us to confirm availability)
  • Gratuities
  • p/up NOT included: GAIA, Blancaneaux, Hidden Valley, BLACK ROCK, sweet songs, Mahogany hall, alianas
  • not included: Monkey falls TABLE rock CRYSTAL paradise Villa cayo MYSTIC RIVER Mariposa MACAW BANK,
  • not…
Additional Information

Get ready for a day filled with adventure, starting with a quick 15-minute drive from your San Ignacio hotel to Xunantunich. Followed by a deep exploration and climb of El Castillo and the rest of the Maya site. After which, you will hit the road for approximately 1.5 hours towards ‘Jaguar Paw’, where you can relish a lunch before prepping up for the…

Location
Xunantunich
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ashley
Jul 23, 2025
Alberto was great fun! - Review Our guide Alberto was so fun to hang out with during our trip! He made the cave tubing extra fun and an experience I will remember for a lifetime! It rained during the Mayan ruins tour and he was a trooper about the weather and was super safe about how slippery it could get. He took amazing photos as well!
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722toddw
Jul 17, 2025
- Xunantunich, Cave Tubing & Cave Jumping – An Unforgettable Day with Jose From start to finish, our day with Jose was nothing short of amazing. He’s not just a guide—he’s a storyteller, historian, and all-around legend who made every moment unforgettable. We kicked things off at the ancient Maya city of Xunantunich, crossing the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry before heading up to the site. Climbing El Castillo was the highlight—sweeping views over Belize and Guatemala, hidden carvings, and stories of Maya life brought vividly to life by Jose’s passion and knowledge. Next, we headed to Nohoch Che’en Reserve for cave tubing—and the adventure ramped up. After a scenic jungle hike with Jose pointing out wildlife and sharing local lore, we floated through vast underground caverns, past waterfalls, Maya artifacts, and stunning limestone formations. The atmosphere was surreal and serene. Then came the adrenaline rush—cave jumping! Leaping off the rocks into the cool underground river was the perfect thrill to top off the day’s adventures. From ancient ruins to jungle rivers, Jose made it all unforgettable with his humor, insight, and heart. If you go—ask for Jose. You’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime.
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Aj-konopaski
May 26, 2025
Great Company with Great Staff - What an awesome company! We were on our honeymoon and did the Xunantunich and cave tubing tour. Pre-tour they were very easy to communicate with and accommodating to our schedule. As for our tour, our host Jose was EXCELLENT. He was very friendly and knowledgeable during our tour, which greatly added to the overall experience. His passion for his culture was obvious and his fun nature made for a fun day. They even provided a pickup from our hotel as well as a taxi back to Belize City. I highly recommend!!
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Jessica_m
Apr 26, 2025
A must do! - Amazing! Such a great tour! Jose was such a great guide! He was so knowledgeable, friendly, and funny! The Xunantunich temple was beautiful and tubing through the caves was so much fun. Bring sunblock, bug spray, and water.
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Guyl535
Apr 23, 2025
Great tour guides - Carla and Jose were fantastic. Carla was a wealth of knowledge of Mayan history. Jose was funny and good natured and safety minded. The tour organizer was very accommodating for our pickup and last minute changes we made on our end. Both experiences were great in their own way and highly recommended!
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Teri
Apr 5, 2025
Xunanatunich Ruins - Our tour guide, Jose, was so knowledgeable about the history of the ruins and a lot of fun too. It was a beautiful place, and we would definitely do it again. Thank you, Jose and Carla, for accommodating us
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V8241ezemilyl
Mar 31, 2025
Great day tour! - Super fun trip! Both tour guides Jose and Carla were friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. The ruins were amazing and the cave tubing/swimming was so much fun. Would absolutely recommend!
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4erint
Mar 28, 2025
Mayan Ruins and Cave Tubing - We had Jose as our guide for our day at Xuanantunich and Cave tubing and he was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and engaging with our group. He had a lot of energy, good jokes and made us feel comfortable throughout the day. We noticed him spending time sharing information with us beyond what some of the other groups were doing! We had a great day!
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Elizabeth_n
Mar 25, 2025
Amazing experience shout out to Jose!!!! - Our guide was Jose what an absolute pleasure it was to have him as our guide! He was so informative, professional, and so kind. We felt so safe the entire time. He is an absolute gem who went above and beyond ! Would recommend this amazing tour guide and company with friends and family!
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Vdemedeiros
Mar 19, 2025
Great Memories! - Our journey started with a visit to Xunantunich, Jose was our tour guide and was very knowledgeable and amusing. Getting there was part of the fun—we crossed the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry before a short drive up to the site. The ruins are breathtaking, with El Castillo being the highlight. Climbing to the top rewarded us with stunning panoramic views of Belize and even parts of Guatemala. The intricate carvings and history shared by our guide made the experience even richer. It’s a fascinating place, full of mystery and beauty. Cave Tubing – A Relaxing Adventure After exploring the ruins, we headed to Nohoch Che’en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve for cave tubing. The hike to the river was scenic and easy, Jose was pointing out local flora and fauna along the way. Floating down the river through the cave system was absolutely magical. The limestone formations, underground waterfalls, and ancient Maya artifacts within the caves added a sense of wonder. We were able to climb the caves and see the clay pots set there by the Mayans centuries ago.The water was refreshing, and the gentle current made for a peaceful yet exciting experience. Jose was always ensuring our safety during our excursions. Highly recommended!
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From $145
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).