Blue Hole National Park & Belmopan Tour from Belize City

One morning in the forest pool, one afternoon in the capital

A guide-led tour from Belize City to the Inland Blue Hole National Park and Belmopan, lasting about 6.5 hours with hotel pickup. Hike through forest and swim in the freshwater pool, then stop for lunch and a city tour of Belmopan's landmarks before returning to Belize City. Groups stay under 15 travelers.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Blue Hole and Belmopan city tour

• Pickup from hotel
• Drive to In-Land National Park
• Guide shares info about Belize and villages
• Hike and swim at Blue Hole National Park
• Drive to Belmopan for lunch
• Tour Belmopan city sights
• Drive back to Belize City

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel and a drive inland toward Blue Hole National Park. Along the way, your guide shares stories about Belize's history and points out rural villages that line the route. Once at the park, you spend an hour hiking and swimming in the natural freshwater pool, a break that sits in the middle of the forest setting. The guide stays with you throughout.

After the pool, the route turns toward Belmopan, Belize's capital city. You stop for lunch there, then spend about two hours on a city tour visiting the parliament and assembly buildings: the sights that anchor the commercial center. The guide explains the local stories behind these landmarks before the drive back to Belize City wraps up the day.

Transport is by air-conditioned minivan, and the pace is built for moderate fitness. A professional guide leads the whole experience in English, and the group stays small enough that you're not moving as a crowd.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• transport by air-conditioned minivan.
• all taxes, fees and handling charges.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (15 to 75 years) · Senior (76 to 80 years) · Child (2 to 14 years)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 11 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Private Belize Adventure

Is this one for you?Book the shared tour if you're joining from a hotel in Belize City. Choose private if your group is staying elsewhere or needs pickup from a different location.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 14 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Inland Blue Hole like when you get there?

The Inland Blue Hole is a natural freshwater pool set in forest, where you hike for an hour and swim with your guide. It's the main stop of the day and the reason most travelers book this tour.

How much time do you actually spend swimming versus driving?

You spend one hour at the pool itself. The rest of the 6.5 hours covers the drive to the park, the city tour of Belmopan, lunch, and the return to Belize City.

What are the parliament and assembly buildings in Belmopan?

They are the iconic landmarks of Belmopan, Belize's capital city, and the centerpiece of the city tour portion of the day. Your guide explains their significance to the country's history.

Do I need to be very fit to do this tour?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The hiking at the Blue Hole is the most demanding part, and you'll be swimming in the pool.

Can I book this as a private tour instead of a shared group?

Yes, you can choose between a shared tour with up to 15 travelers or a private tour option at checkout. Both follow the same itinerary and include hotel pickup.