8-Hour Mountain Pine Ridge Tour in Cayo with Rio Frio Cave and Falls

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Rio Frio Cave, once a sacred burial site for the ancient Maya
• 02 Admire giant stalactites, coloured boulders, stone chandeliers, pools, and waterfalls
• 03 Enjoy a picnic lunch at Rio On Pools amid smooth granite rocks and natural cascades
• 04 Swim in the clear deep pool at Big Rock Falls or take a daring plunge from the rocks

Embark on a top-rated tour of the Cayo District and spend the day exploring three beautiful natural attractions in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Visit Rio Frio Cave, a sacred burial site of the ancient Maya, and admire its giant stalactites, enormous coloured boulders, stone chandeliers, water pools, and waterfalls. Take stunning pictures at Rio On Pools, known for its fresh-water pools and waterfalls over smooth granite rocks, and enjoy a picnic lunch in this relaxing setting. If you are an adventure seeker, relish time at Big Rock Falls, where you can swim in the clear deep pool or take a daring plunge from the big rocks into the water.

It offers quarter-mile natural wonders such as giant stalactites, enormous coloured boulders, stone chandeliers, water pools, and waterfalls.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities San Ignacio, Cayo

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve and Natural Wonders

• Meet your Cayo tour guide and commence the tour. Explore Rio Frio Cave, which was once used as a sacred burial site for the ancient Maya. It offers quarter-mile natural wonders such as giant stalactites, enormous coloured boulders, stone chandeliers, water pools, and waterfalls.

• Visit Rio On Pools, where guests will enjoy a picnic lunch while indulging in the scenic views of the natural pools and waterfalls that run over the smooth granite rocks, making it a haven of relaxation.

• Continue to Big Rock Falls, a hidden gem in the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, flowing over Privassion Creek. Swim in the clear deep cenote-like pool or take a daring plunge from the big rocks into the water.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Tour of Mountain Pine Ridge

• Admission fee

• English-speaking Cayo tour guide

• Towel

• Lunch (dietary restrictions can be accommodated)

What's Not Included

• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Sunscreen & insect repellent
• Binoculars
• Extra water & snack
• Camera
• Extra dry clothing to change into
• Comfortable or dry-fit clothing
• Sturdy walking shoes
• Bathing suit and water shoes

What to wear: Belize has hot and humid temperatures year-round. If you are unsure what the weather might be like when you are visiting, a good recommendation is the clothing listed above.

Know before you go

• Opening hours: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm
• If you would like to combine this tour with a tour listed on the website, please contact us.
• We offer free pick-up within the town limits of San Ignacio and Santa Elena. Additional costs may be required for pick-ups outside town limits.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

San Ignacio, Belize, Belize

Tour start

Cayo District, Belize

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.