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Horseback Ride to Xunantunich Maya Ruins
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Journey to the ancient Mayan ruins of Xunantunich atop a trusty steed on a half-day horseback riding adventure from San Ignacio. Ride along the Mopan River and through a private organic farm for a unique way to reach the fascinating archaeological site, where you can explore the remains of royal palaces and one of Belize’s largest ceremonial temples with a guide. A typical Belizean lunch caps off the morning tour.
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$96.16
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$96.16
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Xunantunich Day Trip from San Ignacio
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Step back in time to the powerful peak of the ancient Mayan civilization with this guided 3-hour tour of the Xunantunich ruins. Let your imagination run wild as you explore the temples, plazas, and royal palaces of the famed archaeological site by foot. From the top of the imposing El Castillo pyramid, take in panoramic views of the surrounding Belize River Valley and the ancient city below. Round-trip transport from your San Ignacio hotel is included.
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$50.00
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Barton Creek Tour
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The Barton Creek Tour is one of the most relaxing canoe experiences where you will travel inside an ancient waterway canopied by cathedral ceilings as you observe numerous formations of stalagmites and stalactites.
This tour is a half day tour and can be schedule at a time convenient to the guests (depending on the amount of persons booking the tour).
Usual tour schedule for Barton Creek Tour:
8:30am
1:00pm
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$87.18
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Cave Tubing at Nohoch Che' en Caves Reserve
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If you are visiting Belize and enjoy cave tubing, kayaking and Zip lining Nohoch Che’en caves located at Caves Branch is definitely one of the ten top things to do in Belize.
Our country holds the largest cave system in Central America and the Caves Branch forms part of this natural wonder. In 2010 Nohoch Che’en or Caves Branch was declared a 15.5 acre archaeological reserve by the Belize government. Many caves are located in this area including Petroglyph, Pothunters, Satabe, Footprints, St. Margret’s Cave, Pottery Cave, and Caves Branch Rock Shelter among others.
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$87.18
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$87.18

Full-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Big Rock Falls
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Canoe to the remote Barton Creek Cave on a full-day trip from San Ignacio with an optional zipline adventure, butterfly farm visit or jungle hike to Big Rock Falls. Glide into a hidden cave entrance that’s surrounded by water, and explore a deep series of passages that were sacred to the ancient Maya. Use your headlight to illuminate crystal formations and dangling stalactites, and learn about the cave’s ceremonial history. Slip into the water for a cool swim, then finish your day with the adventure of your choice.
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$128.21
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$128.21
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Rainforest Birding at AWARD WINNING Ian Anderson's Caves Branch Jungle Lodge
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With a 50,000 acre estate boasting one of the most bird filled locations in Belize, Caves Branch Jungle Lodge is an exception spot to add valuable species to your eBird account. Bring your favorite binoculars and come spend the day in the company of some of Belize's best birding guides.
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$108.98
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$108.98

Xunantunich Mayan Ruin and Cave Tubing from San Ignacio
During this tour, you wlll visit the ancient Mayan center of Xunantunich which sits on an impressive hilltop just near the border of Belize and Guatemala. Xunantunich was a major ceremonial center during the classic period.
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UNIQUE CAVE TUBING Expedition at Ian Anderson's Caves Branch Jungle Lodge
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The ONLY Cave Tubing of it's kind in Belize- which offers a fully packed 4 hours inside one cave- exploring various chambers and viewing sacred ancient Mayan objects, pottery, ceremonial centers and brilliant crystal formations.
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$98.08
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ATV, Zipline and Cave Tubing Tour from San Ignacio
Are you up for some Adventure? Enjoy a fun filled day doing three popular tours in Belize. Traverse through the jungle canopy, then ride through muddy jungle trails before exploring the Maya Underworld. All three Adventures are done in the same location in the jungle near the Caves. We pick up from most resorts near San Ignacio at 8am and return by 5pm. Perfect for Adrenaline Adventure Seekers wanting to explore more.
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$250.00
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$250.00

AMAZING Waterfall Cave Expedition at Ian Anderson's Caves Branch
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The ONLY Cave Adventure of it's kind in the entire country: Waterfall Cave Expedition is promised to be unbelievable and UNFORGETTABLE. Experience the adrenaline rush while climbing (in some places assisted with safety lines) up thundering waterfalls and reaching the top of the cascades completely drenched. The most EUPHORIC experience of a Lifetime!
Getting down is following the same path that was used to get to the top. The second to the last waterfall on the way down is a sensational and thrilling plunge into a mysterious pool. Visitors are NEVER the same after this fun and completely safe experience of a lifetime!
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$103.85
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$103.85

Mayan Shaman Healing and Cleansing
This healing/ cleansing done by a Mayan Shaman has been the most requested experience in the world.
What to bring:
-packed breakfast and/or lunch
-bottled water and/or snacks
What to wear:
• comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes
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$334.56
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Adrenaline Pumping Black Hole Drop: Rappelling at Ian Anderson's Caves Branch
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This adventure is the ONLY ONE of it's kind in Belize... No other outfit offers anything close to this sensational adventure in the rain-forest of Belize! Although there are a number of natural sinkholes in the country, the Black Hole Drop is the only one that is safely used for sport rappelling. This is a full day adventure for the real adventure junkie!
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$121.80
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$121.80

Barton Creek & Big Rock Falls
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Barton Creek Cave is a stream cave located near San Ignacio in the Cayo District. It was used by ancient Mayan people for ceremonial purposes and it was discovered in 1970 and studied by archeologists in 1998.
As you enter Barton creek, you will enjoy the scenery of the Mennonite Community and their traditional lifestyle.
During the tour you will see sparkling crystal formation and learn about the Mayan history, archaeology and geology.
The tour consists of exploring 1 mile of the massive 4.5 long cave which is yet to be discovered.
Big Rock Falls is a hidden gem located in the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve flowing over the Privassion Creek. It is a large cenote surrounded by big rocks and a small pool at the bottom.
This tour is for both adventure seekers and relaxation lovers. You can climb boulders and plunge into the pool below or relax under the water fall and enjoy a water massage.
MINIMUM 2 person
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$128.21
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$128.21

Local Organic Market
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
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$141.67
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$141.67

A.T.M Cave (Actun Tunichil Muknal) from San Ignacio
Actun Tunichil Muknal (Cave of the Stone Sepulchre) dubbed by National Geography as the top sacred cave to explore in the world; should be on your bucket list! Your journey starts from San Ignacio in air-conditioned comfort with a 45-minute drive until your arrival at the ranger outpost. Here, our guides will provide you with a helmet, headlamp, and life jacket if needed. When geared up, it’s now time to hike, wade and swim the sacrificial Mayan underworld of the ATM. There’s 3 river crossing and a 30-minute hike, which will bring you to an hourglass entrance. From here, the cave system spans approximately 3 miles with stalactites, stalagmites, jarring boulders and fresh water streams from ankle to waist deep.The cavern ends with the main chamber where the calcified to sparkling crystalized remains of the “Crystal Maiden” lays, believed to be the skeleton frame of a young woman who was sacrificed in a bloodletting ceremony to the “gods”.
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$205.13
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$205.13
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Caracol Maya Ruin Tour
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The Caracol Mayan Ruin Tour is a moderate tour for kids 12 years and older. The entire tour takes approximately 8 hours (full day tour) and departs at 7:30am from San Ignacio it includes transportation, guide, park entrance fees and lunch. On the way back a stop is made in the Mountain Pine Ridge (Rio Frio Cave and the Rio On Pools) to cool off and enjoy a picnic lunch.
Two places that will be explored are the Rio Frio Cave and Rio On Pools.
MINIMUM 2 person
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$117.95
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Private Tour Of Xunantunich Mayan Ruin and Cave Tubing from San Ignacio
Explore Belize’s ancient Mayan roots and captivating natural wonders on this combo tour from San Ignacio. First, channel your inner archaeologist with a guided visit to the hilltop ruins of Xunantunich, a once-mighty Mayan city. Later, hike through the jungle to reach the mouth of an underground cave network, where you’ll float through mysterious, glittering caverns on an inner tube.
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$175.00
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$175.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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Barton Creek Cave & Butterfly Farm
Barton Creek Cave is a stream cave located near San Ignacio in the Cayo District. It was used by ancient Mayan people for ceremonial purposes and it was discovered in 1970 and studied by archeologists in 1998.
As you enter Barton creek, you will enjoy the scenery of the Mennonite Community and their traditional lifestyle.
During the tour you will see sparkling crystal formation and learn about the Mayan history, archaeology and geology.
The tour consists of exploring 1 mile of the massive 4.5 long cave which is yet to be discovered.
Our next stop is the Butterfly Farm which is located in Western Belize, it is rich in wildlife and vegetation and holds the largest live butterfly display in Belize. Guests can enjoy bird watching or learn about the different species of plants and animals. The day ends with a picnic lunch or souvenir shopping.
MINIMUM 2 person
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$158.98
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$158.98

Natural Spa
enjoy your selected spa treatments in a cave or in the jungle.
with a wide selection of massage treatments
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$128.21
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$128.21

Mayan Food taught by Mayan Shaman
This tour duration is approximately 4 hours. this tour starts at 8am and 1pm
What to bring:
-packed breakfast and/or lunch
-bottled water and/or snacks
What to wear:
• comfortable clothing and running/hiking shoes
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$270.26
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$270.26

Mountain Pine Ridge Tour
The Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve is a unique tour for both adventure seekers and relaxation lovers of all ages, its natural habitat is easily accessible to be explored and enjoyed. During the tour guests will enjoy a delicious Belizean Cuisine picnic style surrounded by nature. The tour is a day filled with swimming, sunbathing, hiking and relaxation.Guests can climb boulders and plunge into the pool below or relax under the water fall and enjoy a water massage.
Three places that will be explored are the Rio Frio Cave, Rio On Pools and Big Rock falls.
MINIMUM 2 person
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$107.70
Price varies by group size
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$107.70
Price varies by group size

Private Tour to Maya Sites Xunantunich and Cahal Pech
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Alongside the guide guests will explore the ancient city of Xunantunich for 3 hours and Cahal Pech for 2 hours. During this period of time guest will learn the history, daily life of this ancient civilization and beliefs. You'll be able to climb most of the temples if you are pleased to do so. Educating whilst reliving a wonderful past through the path of our ancestors. "Don't just visit the past, experience it".
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$175.00
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$175.00

LOST WORLD CEREMONIAL CAVE- Exciting Adventure at Ian Anderson's Caves Branch
Another Unique and AMAZING adventure tour brought to you by Caves Branch Adventure Co & Jungle Lodge- this unforgettable expedition takes you into the very heart of the ancient Maya civilization as it shows you the actual ceremonial centers of the sacred shahmen and brings you face to face with the beliefs and rituals that was the foundation of one of the worlds ancient people. Untouched by human hands, this cave leaves no doubt that the
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$98.08
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$98.08

Zip Lining at Nohoch Che”en Caves Branch
Come experience Belize’s Subtropical jungle when you Zip lining over the forest canopy and fly over the spectacular view of the Caves Branch River.
The rainforest is home to a rich diversity of insects, birds and animals such as the spider monkeys and kinkajous which are spotted during the zip lining tour.
You are fastened to a harness which is attached to a cable. The experienced guides will instruct you on how to push off from the platform and soar into the forest canopy. The tour is 30 minutes of aerial jungle tour zip lining through a series of 8 platforms.
MINIMUM 2 PERSONS
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$88.00
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