About this experience
Gliding silently along the New River, spotting tropical birds through the canopy. This Lamanai tour has become one of the most popular Mayan sites to visit. You will be able to walk through centuries-old plazas where history whispers between the ruins. Spotting exotic birds and wildlife that vanish if you blink—perfect for photos or awe-filled moments. At the site, you will be served lunch, which is a homemade Belizean meal. Bottled water and fruit juices will also be available. Your tour guide will then take you through this amazing ancient Mayan city of Lamanai. The highlight of this tour is visiting the mask temple, where you get to see the largest mask of an Olmec person in this region. You will also visit the high temple, which allows you to overlook the new river lagoon. Your tour of this ancient city culminates at the Jaquar temple. You will then be returned to the landing area by boat for your transfer to Belize City. An unexpected jungle encounter awaits—are you ready?
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Lunch
- Food and drinks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- River Tour
- Driver/Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Entrance Fees
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
After being picked up by your driver you will be driven for about an hour north of Belize City. Along the way, your guide will provide information about Belize's history and culture. You will enjoy the beautiful landscape of this part of the country including a look at the Belize River and small villages along the way. Your stop will be at the landing site just outside the major town of Orange Walk at the toll bridge. Here you get a chance to use the restroom after which you will board a very comfortable motor boat with a canopy and meet the captain who will also guide your river and Lamania tour. Your new river tour then begins. As you traverse this amazing river you may see tropical water birds, crocodiles, howler monkeys, and manatees. You stop at the Mayan site of Lamanai. After lunch is served you will be given a guided tour of Lamanai and then you will be making your way back to the landing area by boat to get your bus that will bring you back to Belize City
A main part of this amazing tour is the boat ride to the Lamania Mayan site. Along the way, you will get to see a wide variety of tropical birds, crocodiles, green iguanas, manatees, howler monkeys, and a Mennonite community as well. You get to learn a lot about the flora and fauna of northern Belize with a very knowledgeable tour guide.
Meeting and pickup information
- For Cruise ship passengers, we pick up at the Fort Street Tourism Village in Belize just outside the terminal 1 gates.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- A Plus Adventures Belize
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant seats unavailable
- No public transportation nearby
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not wheelchair accessible
- We will pick you up from any hotel, water taxi terminal or the Municipal Airstrip within Belize City
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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