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Xunantunich Maya Ruin & St Herman Blue Hole
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About
Xunantunich is a spectacular ruin perched atop a hill overlooking the Mopan River and the Cayo District, near the border with Guatemala. Cross the Mopan River west of San Ignacio on a ferry to reach Xunantunich or Maiden of the Rock. The main pyramid known as El Castillo is one of the tallest buildings in Belize rising 130' above the jungle canopy. The reward for climbing to the top with your licensed guide is a spectacular view of the Cayo District and Petén Guatemala.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Transport.
Park Fees.
Pick Up and Drop Off in Placencia Village.
Tour Guide.
Pick Up and Drop Off Outside of Placencia Village (can arrange)
Gratuities.
Alcoholic drinks.
Meeting Points
Departure
Splash Dive Centre
Splash Dive Center is located in Peninsula Club marina at the north end of the village of Placencia across the road from Chabil Mar Villas. Watch for a marina with dive boats.
Return
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Xunantunich is a spectacular ruin perched atop a hill overlooking the Mopan River and the Cayo District, near the border with Guatemala. Cross the Mopan River west of San Ignacio on a ferry to reach Xunantunich or Maiden of the Rock. The main pyramid known as El Castillo is one of the tallest buildings in Belize rising 130' above the jungle canopy. The reward for climbing to the top with your licensed guide is a spectacular view of the Cayo District and Petén Guatemala.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Transport.
Park Fees.
Pick Up and Drop Off in Placencia Village.
Tour Guide.
Pick Up and Drop Off Outside of Placencia Village (can arrange)
Gratuities.
Alcoholic drinks.
Meeting Points
Departure
Splash Dive Centre
Splash Dive Center is located in Peninsula Club marina at the north end of the village of Placencia across the road from Chabil Mar Villas. Watch for a marina with dive boats.
Return
Itinerary
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Xunantunich
Xunantunich has six major plazas with more than twenty-five temples and palaces. "El Castillo" (the Castle), the largest rises 130 feet above the plaza. El Castillo has carved friezes on the east and west sides. The frieze on the east has been preserved and covered with a fiber glass replica of the central mask representing the sun god.
Depart Placencia at for the drive talongthe majestic Hummingbird Highway with karst limestone topography intermixed with orange groves. Turn west at Belmopan toward Guatemala and Xunantunich. Cross the Mopan River on a ferry to reach the temple. On the way home, stop to enjoy a refreshing swim in Blue Hole National Park. Wear a long sleeved shirt, long pants and a hat and bring a swim suit. Bring a camera, binoculars, insect repellent, and sunscreen.
Fitness level required: low to moderate
4 hours
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Blue Hole National Park
Take a short hike to see the cenote known as the Blue Hole. Taking a quick dip will refresh you one your way back to Placencia after spending the day at Xunantunich
