Top Things to do in Toledo District
Things to do in Toledo District, Toledo District: The Best Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Toledo District, Belize including Family Fun Indigenous Garifuna Drumming Lesson, Spice Farm + Chocolate Making + Waterfall, Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Mananantee Watch, Monkey River Tour From Placencia , Nim li Punit Mayan Ruin and The Living Maya Experience from Plancencia, Living Mayan Experience Tour, Living Mayan Experience, Monkey River Tour (with transportation from Hopkins), Half-day Garifuna drumming, dancing and cultural meal experience, Half-day Garifuna drumming & cooking experience.
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1. Family Fun Indigenous Garifuna Drumming Lesson
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
An authentic and interactive Garifuna drumming lesson for all ages. Join a whirlwind introduction to the fascinating and unique culture and music of the Garifuna people of southern Belize. Fun for all ages, abilities, backgrounds, even if you've never touched a drum in your life. Everyone loves learning to play the Garifuna drums. Your instructor will give you a brief history of the unique UNESCO recognized Garifuna people, music and culture. He will then launch straight into your drumming lesson, teaching you a selection of beats on your own large "segunda" bass drum before joining in on his own drum with dynamic and fast rhythms and songs.
Inclusions: Local guide, All activities, On-site parking, Bathroom facilities
Exclusions: Gratuities, DVD (available to purchase), Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By LadyMorant01
The music and the explanation of the culture through the music was phenomenal. Had so much fun learning paranda and punta.
2. Spice Farm + Chocolate Making + Waterfall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Come and enjoy the sights and scents of Southern Belize on this great adventure. Once at the Spice Farm A trolley train that takes around the property, making stops at the more interesting sites. Next up we head down to Ixcacao Chocolate, a small-indoors chocolate facility, here you will experience how to make your own chocolate on traditional grinding stones just like the ancient Mayans did. Choose between visiting a smaller Southern Mayan Ruins or a nearby popular waterfal
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Parking Fees, Chocolate Samples, Fresh Juice
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Reviewed By SLGallegos
Israel and Jason were amazing. They put together a customer itinerary for us that included everything we were hoping to do. Prompt pick up, great information on the tour, and excellent customer service. I recommend them highly!
3. Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Mananantee Watch
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 25 reviews
A half hour fun boat ride through the mangroves takes you to Monkey River village where you head upriver into pristine rain forest. Expect to see crocodiles, huge iguanas on tree branches sunning themselves, turtles, and many species of tropical birds. Upriver, your licensed guide will lead you into the rain forest in search of howler monkeys. Nothing you read could prepare you for the adventure of hearing these monkeys for the first time...you just have to experience it! On this mellow hike, your guide will also point out the different plants and trees many of which are used as medicine by local bush doctors. As your hike through the jungle further from the river you may spot gibnuts (now known as royal rat since Queen Elizabeth dined on it), deer, ocelots, peccaries, tapirs, coatimundis and agoutis. Buy a genuine Kriol lunch at Miss Alice’s restaurant in Monkey River before heading out on a manatee watch on the way back to Placencia.
Inclusions: Pick Up and Drop Off in Placencia Village., Transport, Tour Guide., Park Fees.
Exclusions: Lunch., Alcoholic drinks., Drinks.
Reviewed By chrissye2017
My husband and I had the BEST time snorkeling at Silk Caye! The staff at Splash were incredible and made us feel so safe even as things start to open back up after the pandemic. They were so nice and knowledgeable and answered the many questions I had as a first time snorkeler! I will never forget this experience - I have never seen water that blue in my entire life. I am already trying to find a way to get back and do another trip with them. Thank you, Splash, for the unforgettable memories!
4. Monkey River Tour From Placencia
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 5 reviews
Cruise on the Monkey River and spot Howler monkeys, toucans, manatees, giant iguanas, crocodiles, and other species that call this river their home. Also witness the local residents participating in traditional fishing and other daily tasks. Top this off with an authentic meal.
Inclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities , Towels
Reviewed By ChelsMbrown
Our guide Wilson was so knowledgeable about the various things in the hiking trails and took his time to stop and show us the various plants and even wildlife at the Jaguar Preserve. At the end of the hike we arrived at a beautiful and refreshing waterfall that we enjoyed so much. In the afternoon we had a local maya lunch followed by this culture teaching us how they make delicious savory chocolate directly from the fruit. This was definitely an adventurous day in Belize I will never forget. Definitely a must do tour with Untame Belize from Placencia.
5. Nim li Punit Mayan Ruin and The Living Maya Experience from Plancencia
The Living Maya Experience offers visitors hugely enjoyable, learning visits to two English-speaking Mayan homes in Big Falls village. The Chicas make hammocks, palm fans, textiles and other crafts. The Cals present a traditional Mayan home, furnished with all natural materials; from balsa wood benches to beds of tree bark. Food is cooked and stored in the traditional way.
Inclusions: Beverages, Food tasting, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Transfer From harvest Caye
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.
6. Living Mayan Experience Tour
The Living Maya Experience offers visitors hugely enjoyable, learning visits to a Mayan home in Big Falls village. This tour is culturally significant attractions in the area, this interactive experience gets guests involved every step of the way.
Inclusions: Landing and facility fees, National Park fees, Local taxes, Bottled water, Professional guide, Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By TrishDS
Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value My husband and I were in Hopkins for 7 days with my son and his fiancé. We scheduled tours and activities for almost every day we were in Hopkins. Greg was the driver to get us to the tour locations. We never had to wait for him. He was always there when we were ready. He was very knowledgeable about Belize and we often learned more from him than we did on our tours. He went above and beyond for us. We enjoyed our travel time with him as much as we enjoyed our tours. The last night of our trip we did the bioluminescence tour with Medz. OMG! It was amazing. It was obvious that Medz truly loves sharing this experience. It was a privilege to spend time with Greg and Medz. We loved all of the tours we did and Belize will always have a place in our hearts. Belize is a special place with very special people. I highly recommend that you Get To Know Belize with this exceptional company.
7. Living Mayan Experience
Immerse yourself in the Mayan culture as you embark to a historic Maya village; where you will get to be hands by participating in there traditional way of life. You will be using traditional utensils to make a delectable Mayan meal from all organic and locally souurced ingredients. You are sure to have fun and truly get to appreciate their simplistic and wholesome way of living. Then you will travel to the historic Nim Li Punit where our guide will give you a better insight on the history of Mayan people through the stellas, buildings and artifacts at this archeologicial sight. Come join us and learn about the flourishing Mayan community that once was thought to have been lost.
Inclusions: Snacks, Lunch, Bottled water
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Reviewed By Courtney T
Uwahnie offered us an amazing cultural experience! We had two cooking classes making traditional dishes which were amazing! We picked all the ingredients out of her beautiful garden and ate fresh fish her dad had caught just that morning. Uwahnie has so much knowledge about the history of Belize and shared o much with us throughout the day! She is an excellent host! We went kayaking and enjoyed a drum class and her father made us the best Pina Coladas! Would highly recommend! Such a wonderful way to start our trip!
8. Monkey River Tour (with transportation from Hopkins)
Cruise on the Monkey River and spot Howler monkeys, toucans, manatees, giant iguanas, crocodiles, and other species that call this river their home. Also witness the local residents participating in traditional fishing and other daily tasks. Top this off with an authentic meal.
Inclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities , Towels
Reviewed By ChelsMbrown
Our guide Wilson was so knowledgeable about the various things in the hiking trails and took his time to stop and show us the various plants and even wildlife at the Jaguar Preserve. At the end of the hike we arrived at a beautiful and refreshing waterfall that we enjoyed so much. In the afternoon we had a local maya lunch followed by this culture teaching us how they make delicious savory chocolate directly from the fruit. This was definitely an adventurous day in Belize I will never forget. Definitely a must do tour with Untame Belize from Placencia.
9. Half-day Garifuna drumming, dancing and cultural meal experience
Spend the morning or afternoon delving into the history, people, music & food of the Garifuna culture on this half day tour. Meet your guide at Warasa Garifuna Drum School in Punta Gorda and step inside our open-air thatched palapa and learn about enjoy a one-hour drumming lesson. Learn about Garifuna drums and history and how to play up to 6 rhythms on the segunda drum. Play with your host, who will play the faster-paced primero drum while singing traditional songs. Afterwards, enjoy a group dancing lesson and about the different dance moves that accompany the rhythms you just learned to play. Next enjoy a 30 minute professional performance by your host and his talented, welcoming family group. Finally, sit back & savor a traditional Garifuna lunch of hudut - fresh fish fillet sautéed in handmade coconut milk and lightly seasoned with cilantro and other herbs, served with mashed plantain. Vegetarian/vegan variation can be provided! Naturally gluten and lactose free.
Inclusions: Drums, Cultural meal
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenirs
Reviewed By LadyMorant01
The music and the explanation of the culture through the music was phenomenal. Had so much fun learning paranda and punta.
10. Half-day Garifuna drumming & cooking experience
With the help of a renowned local cook, learn how to make this quintessential Garifuna dish! Grind local coconuts to make your own coconut milk. Learn how to season the coconut broth and cook the locally caught fish fillet to perfection. Work you arms pounding the green and ripe plantain in the traditional wooden mata pestle. Vegetarian or vegan variations on request.
Inclusions: Drums, Cultural meal
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Reviewed By LadyMorant01
The music and the explanation of the culture through the music was phenomenal. Had so much fun learning paranda and punta.
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