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Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Tour from San Ignacio: Crystal Maiden★ 4.96 (1,502) · 9h
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Snorkeling Hol Chan Marine Reserve & Caye Caulker: 7 stops★ 4.81 (1,045) · 6h 30m
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Belize City: Cave Tubing & Rainforest Hike with Lunch★ 4.73 (691) · 4h 30m
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Ziplining Belize: Mayan Temple, Cave Tubing & Jungle★ 4.89 (597) · 8hUS$ 187View ›
Belize City Airport Transfer: Hotel & Water Taxi Pickup★ 4.89 (502) · 30mUS$ 16View ›
Snorkeling in Hol Chan Marine Reserve from San Pedro: Four stops★ 4.80 (458) · 7h 30mUS$ 115View ›
Belize Caves Branch: River Kayaking & Crystal Caves Swim★ 4.75 (442) · 5hUS$ 69View ›
Hol Chan Marine Reserve Snorkeling: 6 Stops & Sharks★ 4.84 (422) · 4h 30mUS$ 120View ›
Belize City: Cave Tubing & 7-Line Zipline with Pickup★ 4.90 (402) · 6hUS$ 115View ›
Golf Cart Rental Ambergris Caye: Drive around San Pedro★ 4.92 (374) · 1d–30dUS$ 53View ›Top rated (10)
San Pedro Belize: Bamboo Art Class & Local SnacksYou’ll carve your own bamboo keepsake with gentle guidance from local artists in San Pedro’s breezy tropical gallery. Taste Belizean-inspired snacks and sip fresh mocktails as you work with your hands—and leave with more than just art: you’ll carry home a bit of Belizean warmth too.
Xunantunich Cave Tubing Tour: Maya Ruins & RiversThis full-day tour from San Ignacio combines a guided exploration of Xunantunich, a major Maya archaeological site, with cave tubing through the underground waterways of Nohoch Che'en (Jaguar Paw). The guide meets you at your hotel, drives you to each site, and provides all entrance fees, tubing gear and a home-cooked lunch. The tour runs 9 to 11 hours depending on how much time you spend exploring the cave system and swimming in the underground river.Is it for me?This is a shared tour with a set itinerary and fixed timing, which is what keeps both the Maya site and the cave system inside a single day without you arranging transport between them. Choose it if you want to see two major attractions without renting a car or coordinating pickups yourself, and if you're comfortable with a moderate level of physical activity — the hike to the tubing start and the time in the water are the main demands.
Altun Ha & Cave Tubing: Mayan Ruins, River Float, LunchYou’ll trace ancient footsteps at Altun Ha’s Mayan ruins before floating through cool river caves with just your headlamp lighting up crystal walls. Expect muddy jungle trails, laughter over lunch (included), and moments of quiet awe—all with pickup from Belize City and an easygoing local guide who knows all the shortcuts.
Tikal: Sunset Photography Tour & Wildlife with Flexible PickupYou’ll walk ancient trails in Tikal with a small group and an expert guide who brings Mayan history to life. Photograph temples in golden light, spot monkeys overhead, and pause for lunch at Jaguar Inn before watching sunset from atop a pyramid. This isn’t just sightseeing — it’s feeling part of something bigger.
Hol Chan Marine Reserve: Snorkel Tour with Shark Ray Alley & GoProYou’ll feed massive tarpon off Caye Caulker before snorkeling Hol Chan Marine Reserve’s reefs with a local guide—expect nurse sharks swirling at Shark Ray Alley and maybe a manatee sighting if luck’s on your side. Gear, GoPro footage, lunch choices (even veggie), entry fees—all sorted for you so all that’s left is to float and laugh.
San Pedro: Private Fishing, Snorkelling & Beach Cookout TourYou’ll head out from San Pedro for a private day of fishing and snorkelling along Belize’s barrier reef, then unwind on a quiet beach while your guide grills up your fresh catch for lunch. Taste local ceviche, swap stories with your crew, and let the sea air linger long after you leave.
San Pedro: Private Catamaran Day with Hol Chan, Shark Ray Alley & Caye CaulkerYou’ll snorkel Belize’s Hol Chan Marine Reserve and swim alongside nurse sharks at Shark Ray Alley before feasting on a Belizean buffet lunch aboard your private catamaran. Wander Caye Caulker’s sandy streets or just soak up island vibes before cruising home at sunset with fresh ceviche and an open bar—every moment feels easygoing yet unforgettable.
San Pedro Food Tour: 11 Tastings & Rum SamplingYou visit six hand-selected local eateries across San Pedro after sunset, tasting eleven dishes that span fry jacks, salbutes, Maya tacos, ceviche, and rum cream. Your guide shares the island's culinary history and cultural roots between stops. Dinner is included, and the tour moves at a steady pace through the evening without requiring you to find these places or figure out what to order.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste real Belizean food the way locals eat it, without spending the evening researching menus or navigating unfamiliar neighborhoods — the guide handles the route and the ordering, leaving you free to eat and listen.
San Ignacio: Xunantunich Horseback Ride & Maya RuinsYou ride from San Ignacio through savannah and jungle to the Xunantunich Maya site, crossing the Mopan River by hand-cranked ferry on horseback. The tour includes hotel pickup, a local guide, entrance fees, helmet and water, and takes about four hours total. Book if you're comfortable on a horse and want to reach the ruins without a vehicle.Is it for me?Right for riders with some experience who want to reach Xunantunich without a vehicle and don't mind the early start — the 7:30am pickup is what keeps the tour short enough to finish by early afternoon.
Cave Tubing in Belize: Float Through Ancient CavesCave tubing in Belize is a full-day activity where you hike through jungle, then float on an inner tube down a river flowing through ancient limestone caves lit by your headlamp. Transportation from San Ignacio, all gear, a picnic lunch and national park fees are included. Children from age 6 can join if accompanied by an adult, and a vegetarian meal option is available on request.Is it for me?Float through crystal-lined caves while your guide reveals the history and geology—you drift, observe, and let the river do the work.
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TukTuk Belize City Sightseeing Tour: Solar-Powered City RideA guided TukTuk tour of Belize City takes you past the Swing Bridge, St. John's Cathedral, Baron Bliss Lighthouse and other historic landmarks in a solar-powered vehicle, with a live English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and bottled water included. The tour runs about 70 minutes and suits all fitness levels; children from age 3 are welcome, and infants sit on an adult's lap.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Belize City's colonial landmarks and street life without navigating the city yourself—the guide handles the route and the stories, so you focus on what you're passing instead of where to turn next.
San Pedro: Golf Cart Rental with Island Delivery & PickupYou’ll cruise past palm trees and bright houses in your own golf cart, stopping for snacks or swims wherever you like. Enjoy hotel or airport pickup and drop-off, plus clean carts ready to go. It’s an easy way to explore Ambergris Caye—and maybe get a little lost in the best way.
Belize City: Food Tastings & Rum Museum Tour with LunchYou’ll wander Belize City’s real streets with a local guide who knows everyone, sampling snacks from market stalls to parks. Taste rum at the museum (with plenty of laughs), see both sides of town, and end up sharing hot tamales for lunch under palm trees. If you want history mixed with honest flavors—and time to actually notice things—you’ll feel right at home.
Reef snorkeling in San Pedro: 1-hour guided tourA one-hour guided snorkeling tour in San Pedro takes you to Belize's barrier reef in shallow, calm water designed for beginners and children. Full snorkeling gear is included, a live guide leads in English or French, and the 10 AM departure runs daily with a minimum group of four people. Children from age 4 are welcome when accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?The 10 AM departure from San Pedro works for anyone staying in town without a car—no transport to arrange, and the morning timing leaves the rest of your day free. The one-hour length suits families with young children and anyone trying snorkeling for the first time, since you get the reef without the all-day commitment.
Hopkins to Placencia Transfer: Private AC ShuttleYou set the pickup time at your Hopkins accommodation and ride in a private, air-conditioned vehicle straight to your Placencia lodging. The driver handles the route while you relax, and your luggage travels with you. No shared stops, no guessing departure times — just door-to-door service on your terms.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to move between Hopkins and Placencia without arranging your own car or waiting for a shared shuttle — the flexible pickup time and door-to-door service mean you travel on your schedule, not someone else's.
Belize City: Cave Tubing & Swimming with PickupYou're picked up at the cruise port or hotel, driven inland to the cave entrance, fitted with helmet and lights, then float for an hour through underground formations while a guide explains what you're seeing. An optional swim in the cave pools happens mid-float. After floating back out, you change, eat a local lunch, and return to port or your hotel. The whole day takes several hours, and groups stay small enough that you're not jostling with dozens of other tourists.Is it for me?Book this if you're on a cruise stop or staying in Belize City and want a guided cave experience without arranging transport, equipment, or logistics yourself—the pickup and small group size mean you show up and float, no planning required.
Belize Airport to San Ignacio: Shared Shuttle & WiFiYou land at Belize International Airport, meet your driver at customs, and ride in an air-conditioned van to San Ignacio with water and WiFi included. The shuttle departs on a fixed schedule that matches your flight time, and the driver accommodates delays. The 1.5–2 hour journey covers transport and drop-off, so you skip negotiating with taxi drivers or arranging a rental on arrival.Is it for me?A good fit if you land at Belize International Airport without a rental car or hotel transport arranged. The fixed schedule and driver meet-and-greet mean you skip the taxi line and negotiation at the curb — the 1.5–2 hour drive is the time it takes to reach San Ignacio, and that's built into the booking.
San Pedro: Belizean Lunch Food Tour with 5 Local StopsYou’ll slip into San Pedro’s midday rhythm as you taste Belizean classics from five family kitchens—fluffy fry jacks, Mestizo salbutes, local rum cream, and a Maya-inspired dessert. Expect laughter with your guide and small surprises at every stop. This Belizean lunch food tour isn’t just about eating—it’s about feeling welcome where you land.
Belize: Cave Tubing Nohoch Che'en with Lunch & PickupYou’ll hike through lush jungle trails before floating on a tube beneath ancient crystal formations in Belize’s Nohoch Che’en caves. With a local guide leading the way and all gear provided—including lunch—you’ll experience both silence and laughter as you drift through cool darkness into bright river light again.
Snorkeling Hol Chan Marine Reserve & Shark Ray Alley: 2 SitesSnorkel two of Belize's most visited marine sites—Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley—in a single outing from Ambergris Caye. The boat departs at 8:30am or 1:30pm, timing that gets you to each site before the regular flow of visitors arrives. Snorkeling equipment, water and seasonal fruit are included; a guide briefs you at each location and speaks English or Spanish.Is it for me?Book this one if you want to see nurse sharks and rays without spending the day on the water—the early departures mean you're back on Ambergris Caye by late morning or mid-afternoon, and the two-site format covers the most famous marine sites in one trip.
