About this experience
This full-day tour includes an authentic Belizean lunch, Rio Frio Cave and Rio on pools. Get ready to explore this once very powerful site where great Mayan royals ruled, lived, died and now lay buried. Let the surrounding jungle whisper its secrets of past and present civilizations. Walk and explore places where only royals were allowed. Peak into their living quarters and let your imagination take you back in time and marvel at what was left behind. (October - February be prepared for some rainy days and off road driving- muddy)
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr–11 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr–11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
San Ignacio Travel Guide
Plan a rewarding stay in San Ignacio, Belize, with practical advice on transportation, trip length, the town market, ATM cave tours, Big Rock Falls, accessibility, costs, and active day trips across the Cayo District.
Caracol Mayan Ruins Guide
Plan a thoughtful visit to Caracol with practical advice on transport, timing, terrain, accessibility, admission planning, and border-area safety in Belize.
What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Rio Frio Cave and Rio on Pools
- Lunch
- Local, professional driver/guide
- Transport by private, air conditioned vehicle
Not included
- The listed price does not include a departure tax per person, payable at the time of tour check-in. The departure tax is required by our local supplier and/or the local transit or governing authority and is not within our control
- Gratuities
- Any hotel outside San Ignacio Town, Cayo District may incur a small additional fee
Itinerary and highlights
Our guide will meet you at your hotel and drive to the great maya city of Caracol. Bring along comfortable footwear and clothing to comfort you in the full day's adventure ahead of you. Climb the great Caana, be marveled by such a powerful city in the middle of the jungle, how they conquered and built such an enigmatic society. Let the jungle give you a look at the hundreds of ancient structures as you walk the trails in search of answers to quench your curiosity.
This mysterious and mighty maya city of Caracol has some of the most fascinating history and architectural work that never stops to amazing visitors. Its location and great power to subdue its enemy is still captivating. Come explore and be marvelled with such ancient structures.
Explore this unique cave surrounded by jungle in the Mountain Pine Ridge area.(this cave may be affected by bad weather/heavy rains)
After a day for driving and exploring the big mayan city of Caracol you will be more than happy to leave your vehicle for a refreshing dip in the waters of the Rio on Pools.
Meeting and pickup information
- SMALL group tours of 4- 8ppl (NB: any groups of 6 - 15people or more can also be accommodated and will be given a PRIVATE tour for their group) All AIRBnBs: please provide us with your location & local contact number for airbnb EXTRA FEE: for any pickup & drop off OUTSIDE San Ignacio Town. Fee is based on location and payable cash to local provider at pickup time on day of tour. call/email to confirm availability. EXTRA fee for: Sweet Songs, Black Rock, Macaw Bank, Mahogany Hall, Aliana Villas, or any other accommodation close to the above mentioned names. NO PICKUP & DROP OFFS to: Belize City, Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Hopkins, Placencia. Guests from Belize city, Hopkins, Placencia are approx 2 hours away from our location and are advised to use own transport or arrange shuttle from within their location; this tour is NOT AVAILABLE for Ambergris caye & Caye Caulker
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- St Leonard's Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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(NB: any groups of 6 - 15people or more can also be accommodated and will be given a PRIVATE tour for their group)
All AIRBnBs: please provide us with your location & local contact number for airbnb
EXTRA FEE: for any pickup & drop off OUTSIDE San Ignacio Town. Fee is based on location and payable cash to local provider at pickup time on day of tour. call/email to confirm availability.
EXTRA fee for: Sweet Songs, Black Rock, Macaw Bank, Mahogany Hall, Aliana Villas, or any other accommodation close to the above mentioned names.
NO PICKUP & DROP OFFS to: Belize City, Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Hopkins, Placencia. Guests from Belize city, Hopkins, Placencia are approx 2 hours away from our location and are advised to use own transport or arrange shuttle from within their location; this tour is NOT AVAILABLE for Ambergris caye & Caye Caulker
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