Belize · Water Adventure

8-Hour Xunantunich and Mopan River Kayaking Tour from San Ignacio

8 Hours Round trip from Mopan River Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Xunantunich, an ancient Maya archaeological site in western Belize
  • 02 Relish a local, homemade lunch of Belizean cuisine
  • 03 Enjoy kayaking through the rapids of the Mopan River
  • 04 Spot large iguanas, birds, howler monkeys, butterflies, and exotic hardwood trees

Visit Xunantunich, an ancient Maya archaeological site in western Belize, then relish a local, homemade lunch of Belizean cuisine. Continue with an exciting kayaking experience through the rapids of the Mopan River, ideal for both beginners and travellers seeking a low-key outdoor adventure. Along the way, enjoy nature and look out for large iguanas, birds, howler monkeys, butterflies, and exotic hardwood trees.

Continue with an exciting kayaking experience through the rapids of the Mopan River, ideal for both beginners and travellers seeking a low-key outdoor adventure.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities San Ignacio, Xunantunich
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Xunantunich Ruins, Belizean Lunch, and Mopan River Kayaking

  • This site is less than one mile from some lovely rapids of the Mopan River and provides an impressive view of the entire river valley, just 20 minutes away.

  • Drive from San Ignacio at 8:00 AM.

  • Enjoy a tour of the Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, which lasts about 2-3 hours.

  • After the tour, enjoy a local, homemade lunch of Belizean cuisine.

  • After lunch, get ready for another exciting and adventurous experience. If you're new to kayaking or want a low-key outdoor adventure, join us on one of our five popular river trips.

  • Each trip is geared toward an exciting adventure and focuses on enjoying nature while gliding through the rapids of the Mopan River.

  • Before the tour, your guide will provide a brief introduction to the experience, including basic water safety and the use of the equipment and kayaks.

  • Enjoy seeing large iguanas, birds, howler monkeys, butterflies, and exotic hardwood trees.

  • Our guides are certified and trained with the Belize Disaster and Rescue Response Team in Wilderness First Aid, Cave Rescue, and Surface Water Rescue and Evacuation.

Xunantunich, rapids of the Mopan River, San Ignacio

Where this trip takes you

Xunantunich, rapids of the Mopan River, San Ignacio

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mopan River 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch.

  • English-speaking Belize tour guide.

  • Entrance fees.

  • Transportation.

  • Equipment (kayak, paddle, life jackets, and helmets).

What to bring

  • Dress comfortably in lightweight clothing, such as shorts and a T-shirt, with proper footwear such as hiking shoes.

  • Bring bug repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses or a hat, and a camera. A waterproof camera and water shoes are recommended for the kayak trip.

  • Bring extra dry clothes to change into after the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Mopan River
Tour start
Mopan River
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Mopan River.

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