Location: Belize City
Top Things to do in Belize City
Things to do in Belize City, Belize District: The Best Walking Tours
Located on the east coast of Belize at the mouth of the Belize River, Belize City sits on a peninsula jutting into the Caribbean Sea. As the nation's main port, the city is a hub for cruise ships and is often a jumping-off spot for excursions to other parts of Belize, including the Cayo District's caves and Maya archaeological sites along the Macal and Belize rivers. Belize City boasts the only manual swing bridge in the world and the oldest Anglican cathedral in Central America.
Restaurants in Belize City
1. Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 87 reviews
A full day tour starts when your guide meets you at your hotel in San Ignacio Town followed by a short drive to Xunantunich. After exploring & climbing El Castilloand rest of the Maya site you will then be driving (approx 1.5hrs) to 'Jaguar Paw' where you will enjoy lunch before getting your cave tubing gear before hiking (approx 20 - 30 mins depending on your pace) to the starting point of the cave tubing tour. Go cave tubing, through the crystalline water of this underground system and enjoy a relaxing tubing adventure. (This tour may be affected by seasonal rains - flash floods, so your tour may be susceptible to changes only during extremely wet days) (lunch for this tour is packed lunch especially for special dietary needs - at times you may have lunch at a local restaurant at 'Jaguar Paw')
Inclusions: all entrance fees, cave tubing equipment, water, light snack, lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off (within San Ignacio), small group tours
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, gratuities, Excess luggage charges (where applicable), pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE of San Ignacio Town (contact us to confirm availability)
Reviewed By B5156FParielc
Loved our tour day! Elio was such a great tour guide!!! My husband and I had a blast with him. An absolute great way to see so many things in one day!
2. Xunantunich Mayan Ruin and Cave Tubing from Placencia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
It’s going to be an eventful day so be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This tour will start with a journey from your Placencia accommodation. Our guides will be waiting on-site for you before heading off in air-conditioned transport to Xunantunich. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. It sits close to Belize’s western border and is a must-visit. Local souvenirs, hammocks, and blankets are available from the many vendors waiting alongside the river at the entrance to the hand-cranked ferry that has carried many thousands to and from the calm beauty of this Maya Temple. The panoramic views of the Cayo District and nearby Guatemala from atop ‘El Castillo’ are stupendous! Come with an open heart to experience simplicity and visiting another world for a few hours before heading off to Jaguar Paw for cave tubing .
Inclusions: Professional guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By saiofrelief
Our tour guide Paul notified us in advance to his arrival. Our Airbnb address was incorrect but he was still able to locate our lodging . Our guide Paul was extremely personable, relatable, knowledgeable about historical and contemporary facts about Belize and provided us with exemplary service and an unforgettable experience. During the drive he pointed out local landmarks, historical sites, answered our endless assortment of questions and brought us up to speed on contemporary matters pertaining to the country. When we arrived at Xuantunich Paul took us to each of structure offering insight as to its significance and purpose. He also assisted us with taking photos and answering any questions that we had on the archaeological site. Cave tubing was extremely fun and Paul ensured that we were safe, having a good time as well as gave us a history lesson on caves in Belize and how they related to the ancient Mayan civilization. After tubing my sister and I enjoyed a beverage we purchased from a local vendor who placed rum, coconut milk, fresh juice and melon into a half pineapple. Paul was kind enough to let us stop at a grocery store within close proximity to our AirBnb. He also provided us with restaurant recommendations and familiarized us with the general area that we stayed in. Private Belize Adventure provided an excellent tour and an overall amazing experience. Please request Paul as he will certainly show you a great time along with educating you.
3. Cave Tubing and Altun Ha Mayan Ruin from Belize City with Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
EXPERIENCE BELIZE's MAYAN ADVENTURE WITH Cave Tubing R US 100% dedicated to providing fun, safe personable Adventure Tours. Hey, don't take our word for it, checkout the reviews on trip advisor. WE CARRY YOUR TUBES for a hands free hassle free hike. Guaranteed on time cruise ship pickup and departure, arriving from the Islands or at the international airport we have flexible departure schedule and FREE PICK UP or PRIVATE and PERSONABLE tour options to ensure you do and see more of Belize. R u Ready to Cave Tube Belize's cave systems once used by the Mayas (Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Reserve) features a lush rain forest, and is know by the Mayans as "Xibalba". Explore the cave system once used by the Mayans with a knowledgeable, informative guide whose aim is to ensure you have the best tour of your life :) As you travel the countryside and learn about our history, our way of life coated with a taste of local dishes and fresh produce we hope to enrich your smile.
Inclusions: Tubing Gears (tube, life vest, headlamp), Hotel Pick up and Drop Off Belize City/Airport no charge; all other towns, villages, district subject to a surcharge, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned Suv / minivan, Transport by private vehicle, Airport pickup and drop-off, Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not in the Belize City area incur an additional cost), park fees and taxes $35USD per person payable upon pickup
Reviewed By lneighb604
So much to say about our favorite day. David was referred to us by my sister who loved their tour. They couldn't say enough about David. We had the pleasure of having Oscar as our guide. Amber also with us as she was a super facilitator of our day. Oscar was very knowledgable and knew everything about everything. He was easy to talk to and was extra helpful in our extra needs. They were both mindful of our travel contraints and were accommodating. Lunch was super yummy which is their family business. The zoo was so much fun. Oscar knew so much about the history of the animals and park. The cave tubing was the best. We were able to explore behind the scenes and do some extra swimming. The day was perfect. I hope to send plenty more people back to them. Best day ever...
4. Cave Tubing and Zip line Combo Tour from Belize City
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Cave Tubing and Zip lining with Cave Tubing R Us is Belize's most popular inland activity. We explore the amazing cave system where stalagmites and stalactites and other crystals have formed over hundred of years ago. You will get to see the country side, rain forest, the cave system where the Mayan Civilization that once inhabit Belize used as a sacred place. All you need is a sense of adventure; we take care of all the details guide, park fees, tubing gears life vest, tube, headlamp, transportation. We will hike for 30 to 35 minutes in the rain forest before a relaxing tubing down the river, we carry the tubes for a "hands free hike". You will be comfortably guided in a tube with a netted bottom and headrest, attached with clips. The zip line is the longest in the country with 6 runs approx a mile long in the jungle canopy; both cave and zip are done at the same site. See you soon R u Ready? You need to wear a bathing suit or some clothes you don't mind getting wet,
Inclusions: Tubing Gears (tube, life vest, headlamp), Hotel Pick up and Drop Off Belize City/Airport no charge; all other towns, villages, district subject to a surcharge, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not in the Belize City area incur an additional cost), park fees and taxes $30USD per person payable upon pickup
Reviewed By taryno238
David was great! We saw Altun Ha ruins followed by cave tubing. We beat the main groups of tours to the ruins, which was awesome. We have a photo without anyone else in it! For the cave tubing portion, everyone else we saw was carrying their own tubes on the hike to the river, but we didn't have to carry ours. Lunch was at David and his wife's own restaurant, and the food was phenomenal. Strongly recommend this tour group/company, as it was completely private to our little group of four, and while we saw touristy type sites, it felt like with David, we got to see and experience a bit of true Belize still as well. Only note is that it was a bit unclear how to find him upon arrival in the cruise port/terminal. It turned out that we had to exit through Terminal 1, though I don't know if that is always the one they meet you outside of. Once we got that figured out, everything was very easy and smooth sailing!
5. Hassle free Cave Tubing tour from Belize City
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Are you looking for a personable adventure to explore Belize's number one inland adventure? cave tubing at the Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Reserve also knows as the Caves Branch or Jaguar Paw. We pick you up in air conditioned comfort, provide all equipment and even carry your tubes for a hands free hike thorough the lush rain forest. The Mayan's used the caves as part of their elaborate religious rituals. They called the caves XIBALBA or "HELL". These cave systems boasts beautiful stalactites, stalagmites and stunning crystal pillars. As the adventure gently gets underway your guide will navigate down the refreshing cave branch river through the mystical cave of Xibalba as the Mayan did centuries ago only this is cooler in an inner tube. Your guide will ensure that you get to see all the spectacular areas of the caves, the awesome acts of nature buried deep within.
Inclusions: authentic Belizean cuisine at our restaurant prepared fresh, cave tubing equipment & tubes , Air-conditioned vehicle, hands free hike, we carry your tubes on the trail, hotel/airport pick up , Private transportation
Exclusions: available upon guest request, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not in the Belize City area incur an additional cost), park fees and taxes $35USD per person payable upon pickup
Reviewed By taryno238
David was great! We saw Altun Ha ruins followed by cave tubing. We beat the main groups of tours to the ruins, which was awesome. We have a photo without anyone else in it! For the cave tubing portion, everyone else we saw was carrying their own tubes on the hike to the river, but we didn't have to carry ours. Lunch was at David and his wife's own restaurant, and the food was phenomenal. Strongly recommend this tour group/company, as it was completely private to our little group of four, and while we saw touristy type sites, it felt like with David, we got to see and experience a bit of true Belize still as well. Only note is that it was a bit unclear how to find him upon arrival in the cruise port/terminal. It turned out that we had to exit through Terminal 1, though I don't know if that is always the one they meet you outside of. Once we got that figured out, everything was very easy and smooth sailing!
6. Lamanai Temples, River Cruise Bird watching, Monkeys v.i.v
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 25 reviews
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Lamanai Temples, ball-courts and museum, departing from Belize City. Embark on a river cruise, bird watching, then explore the Mask Temple, the High Temple and Jaguar temple and learn the history behind those sites from your guide. Take in the panoramic views and vibrant nature surrounding you on this small-group tour. Birdwatching, listening to the Howler Monkeys. This tour includes lunch, hotel/airport pickup and drop-off, entrance fees and transfer by an air-conditioned minivan.
Inclusions: National park fees, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Vans available for Cruise Passengers going on the Lamania Tour, arrive very early to participate on this tour
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 736taylor
This was such a great tour! They picked us up from the hotel promptly. The drive felt so short to the site because there was lot to see on the way. Our guide was great, he gave us alot of information and led us safetly up the structures. Sometimes slowly because they're definitely tall! The tour in total was roughly 3 hours which gave us alot of time in the day to go see other parts of Belize.
7. Cave Kayaking for Cruise Ship Passengers
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy stunning views of rock formations and crystallized calcite on this epic Kayaking adventure through Belize's most beautiful and largest Cave System! This kayaking adventure is suitable for the entire family and is one excursion you don't want to miss out on!
Inclusions: Helmets, Headlamps, Life Jackets/Vests, , Kayak
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Barbie D
From start to finish this was a great tour. I think each tour would vary depending on the type of crowd you get, but in my experience this is defintely more for partiers and drinkers and people who aren't easily offended. Probably not kid freindly either. But if you are like my group and you like to drink, dance and get a little wild then this is totally for you. It was a nonstop blast. On top of all the fun they are very informative and friendly. The Rum punch and shots were free flowing. Never was there an empty cup. Kristie was a great host/bar tender. And "C" Cardinal was on point playing DJ/Host. They were very accomadating of all requets anyon had. We would totally book this tour again and reccomend anyone who wants to have a good time to do this!!
8. Small Group Tour to the Estuary from Belize City
Take this 2-hour tour of the Estuary, an enclosed reserve, home to crocodiles and exotic birds. Observe the unique flora and fauna in this area, dedicated to showing the effects of sustainable living and climate change. This protected land will show you and your small-group of 10 the natural environment of Belize.
Inclusions: Experienced guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By SuperSunRae
My friend and I spent the whole morning on Caye Caulker trying to locate someone to take us out here. “Richard” used to be the guy, but he left the island a few months ago. After a some dead ends we finally found a guy who was willing to take us for $75 BZ each. My friend and I enjoyed seeing the park (banana spiders, 2 crocodiles, lizards, and a hermit crab), but there has been minimal up-keep of the boardwalks and docks in the past year. A lot of rotten boards made the safety of our little adventure pretty questionable. I’m glad we were able to find someone to take us, but I suspect the safety of the park will continue to decline.
9. Altun Ha & Rainforest
The guides will take you on a city tour before arriving to the main site. They will give you an insight of the history, stories, architecture, current events and living of the City and of the Mayans.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions:
Reviewed By karenhY9150OF
We talked with Jason on the pier and decided to tour the city and visit the ruins. "Jungle Jim" was our tour guide and driver of the air conditioned van. His historical knowledge as well as understanding of everyday little things that peek tourist interest was AMAZING! We even stopped at a rum distillery and got a sample! "Jungle Jim" stopped several times for us to make photos of things of interest.. . Such as an iguana on a fence . So happy we talked with Jason at the pier! This was the best excursion we have ever taken. Hope to get to go back to Beleze one day and take another excursion with "Jungle Jim"!
10. Zip Line & Altun Ha
This tour combines the most exciting zip line over the Sibun River in a safe fun filled environment with a relaxing visit to the Altun Ha Maya ruin.
Inclusions: We provide all required helmets, gloves, etc., All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Snacks
Reviewed By HRParker
This is a very fun activity, however be sure you are booking with a good company. Using tripadvisor we booked our trip using 5 Star Tours and paid $75 each. When we arrived in Belize and met up with 5 Star Tours it appeared we were the only two who booked, so they put us with another company called Butts Up. Found out Butts Up charged their customers $35 each. We took a very comfortable bus trip to the cave area. Walked about 200-30 minutes (crossing 3 streams) to get to the tubing area.They gave us helmets and life jackets and assigned us our tubes, ours was 6 roped together. We then went into the cave where our guide pointed out various sights along the way and explained the ancient stories of the caves. When the trip was over we carried our tubes back to the beginning, a much shorter way. Other companies had to carry their tubes both in and out. Having proper foot wear is key to having a good time or dealing with blisters!! AND, Go with Butts Up.
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