About this experience
Caracol is the tallest mayan structure standing at a height of 1600 feet above sea level, Caracol meaning (snail). Caracol is also located about 25 miles of the town of San Ignacio in the foothills of Chiquibul Forest Reserve in West Belize. Caracol was the largest Mayan city in Belize and hold 150,000 thousand people more that what Belize has in todays date. Caracol's settlement history dates back atleast to the early Pre-Classic (1000-800 B.C.) with monumental structures commencing in the late Pre-Classic (300 B.C.-200 A.D.). And then the Rio Frio Cave system is one of the largest opening cave system that is open for visitors. it also has an refreshing running water flowing through the center of the cave. with its amazing stalactites and stalagmites formation. Rio on Pools is one of the most refreshing water to take a refreshing bath after a long day of tour. You could swim and enjoy the water before heading back to you home away from home.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 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
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.
Belize Maya Ruins Guide
Plan a rewarding Belize Maya ruins visit with a practical comparison of Xunantunich, Caracol, Lamanai, Altun Ha, and Cahal Pech, plus current advice on tickets, terrain, timing, weather, and responsible travel.
What is included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Elijio Panti National Park nests within the buffer zone areas of Cristo Rey, San Antonio and El Progresso village and extending to parts of the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve in the Cayo District, Belize. It encompasses 13,006 acres(20 sq. miles) of mountainous terrain with breath taking waterfalls, numerous natural pools, medicinal trails, a biodiversity of flora and fauna and an extensive cave system used by the ancient Mayas for sacrificial purposes.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up at any hotel within San Ignacio Santa Elena Town. The driver will meet you and have a name sign. Once we receive a booking we reach out to all guests to confirm travel arrangements for the day of the activity. Meeting Point for guests that wishes to meet with us: San Ignacio Welcome Center is located in the downtown area. https://maps.google.com/?cid=5655557731316527718
Languages and tickets
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Hunab-Ku Adventours
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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Meeting Point for guests that wishes to meet with us: San Ignacio Welcome Center is located in the downtown area. https://maps.google.com/?cid=5655557731316527718
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