Day Trips in Belize City

Explore the ruins of Altun Ha and go tubing through a pair of jungle caves on a 6-hour combination tour from Belize City. Learn about the daily lives, gods, and traditions of the ancient Maya in Belize's most iconic archeological site, where you'll find temple pyramids, a stone ball court and intricate carvings. Cool off in a tropical river through limestone caverns in Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Park, and visit a thriving tropical ecosystem in the heart of the Belize jungle.

Take a journey down the mystical New River Lagoon to discover more than 3,000 years of Belize's Mayan history at the Lamanai ruins. Encounter exotic birds, crocodiles, turtles and howler monkeys on a river cruise as you venture deep into the jungle, where a powerful ancient civilization once thrived. Learn about the life and customs at the mighty Maya as you explore sacred temples and stone carvings, ceremonial plazas and a ball court on a guided tour of the archaeological site.

Experience the Mayan underworld of Xibalba on a guided cave-tubing adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy a safety briefing, orientation and 45-minute hike through the rainforest before hopping in a tube at the mouth of this elaborate cave system. Witness fr intricate rock formations, learn about the caves' history from an informative guide, and enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch after you reemerge into the sunlight.