About this experience

This Xunantunich and Inland Blue Hole tour connects two remarkable features shaped by Belize’s limestone landscape. Begin with the hand-cranked ferry across the Mopan River and climb to Xunantunich, an ancient Maya city built on a natural limestone ridge. Walk through ceremonial plazas while your guide explains the palaces, carved friezes, El Castillo, Maya rulership, astronomy, and the city’s regional connections. At St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park, the setting changes from monumental architecture to dense tropical vegetation and a naturally turquoise freshwater pool that forms part of an underground river system. The contrast is refreshing, but the two places also share a deeper geological story. The same limestone environment that supported Xunantunich’s dramatic setting helps shape Belize’s caves, underground water, and natural pools. The result is a Placencia day trip with variety and a clear connection between human and geological history.

At a glance

Duration: 6 hr

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Xunantunich and In land Blue Hole from Placencia

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr

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Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

Great Blue Hole Belize Guide

Plan a Great Blue Hole visit by dive boat, live-aboard, snorkeling excursion, or scenic flight. Compare the experiences, costs, safety questions, accessibility, and weather considerations before booking.

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins Guide

Plan a visit to Xunantunich in Belize, including the hand-cranked ferry crossing, current admission guidance, El Castillo, site facilities, safety, accessibility, and the choice between guided and independent visits.

Placencia Travel Guide

Plan a Placencia vacation with practical guidance on flights, road travel, places to stay, beaches, snorkeling, diving, dining, trip length, accessibility, and July festival travel.

What is included

Entrance Fees
Water
Sodas
Lunch
Private guide
Transportation
Juices

Not included

Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

A Hand cranked ferry use to transport transportation across the Mopan river to gain access to Xunantunich.

A must-visit, even when on the shortest stays in our beautiful country. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. You’ll depart from your Hopkins where our guides will meet you before your drive to this temple.

After a couple hours of exploring, you’ll head off to the Inland Blue Hole for a dip. Not to be confused with Belize’s iconic Blue Hole in the Caribbean Sea, this woodland natural pool offers a lovely and refreshing stop on the Hummingbird Highway

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

Private Belize Adventure

Accessibility and practical details

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr.

Which guide languages are listed?

English (live guide).

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Child tickets: age 5–9; Adult tickets: age 10+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?