Belize · Archaeology

1-Day Xunantunich Mayan Ruins Tour with Mopan River Valley Views

1 Day Round trip from Xunantunich Access Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Xunantunich, an ancient Maya archaeological site in western Belize
02 See six major plazas with more than twenty-five temples and palaces
03 Take in impressive views over the Mopan River valley
04 Visit a site built on a natural limestone ridge near the lovely rapids of the Mopan River

Behold the Xunantunich site, an ancient Maya archaeological site in western Belize built on a natural limestone ridge. It is composed of six major plazas with more than twenty-five temples and palaces, surrounded by the lovely rapids of the Mopan River. This remarkable site also offers an impressive view of the entire river valley.

Spend 60 to 80 minutes at Xunantunich, which means "maiden of the rock" or "stone woman" in Maya.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Belize, Xunantunich

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins Excursion

Pick up from the hotel.
Drive for two hours from Belize City.
Spend 60 to 80 minutes at Xunantunich, which means "maiden of the rock" or "stone woman" in Maya. This ancient Maya archaeological site in western Belize is situated across the river from San Jose Succotz village in the Cayo District. It can be reached by ferry daily between 8 am and 5 pm. The site is also less than a mile from the lovely rapids of the Mopan River and offers an impressive view of the entire river valley.
Head back to Belize City.
Drop off at the hotel.