The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Hopkins, Stann Creek

Cook your catch on the beach! What’s better than a full day trip of snorkeling, fishing and beach cooking on a secluded beach in Southern Belize? It’s intimate, fun, tasty and very inexpensive. You are taken out on this adventure trip on one of our boats to the southern barrier reef for snorkeling and fishing.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Local taxes, Bottled water, Professional guide, Lunch, Snacks, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Use of Fishing Equipment

Exclusions: Gratuities

The Sittee River is the gateway to one of nature’s breathtaking phenomena – bioluminescent or “burning wata” as the Belizeans call it. This night tour is seasonal. Conditions have to be just perfect in the Anderson Lagoon and it usually occurs in the driest months like February - April. Head out on the 5 minute boat ride to Anderson Lagoon on the Sittee River. The night sky is UNBELIEVABLE.  Thick with stars all the way down to the tree line.

Inclusions: Landing and facility fees, Local taxes, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Depart for a day of Mayan historical adventure to see some of the finest Maya Ruins in Belize. Xunantunich is located in the Cayo District across from Benque Viejo Road near the village of San Jose Succotz just a few miles from Belize’s western border with Guatemala. At the village of San Jose Succotz, we cross over the Mopan River using a hand-cranked ferry. From the other side of the river, it’s a mile uphill to the site, which can be accessed on foot or in a vehicle. Xunantunich Mayan ruin, also known as the “Maiden of the Rock” is the second tallest Mayan ruin in Belize. The largest pyramid, El Castillo stands 130 feet high above the main plaza and offers an impressive panoramic view of the Cayo District, Guatemala, and the Mopan River. The site has been largely excavated and has a well-appointed educational museum. Experience an authentic Belizean lunch in the immediate area of the ruins.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Lunch, Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

The UNESCO listed the Great Belize Barrier Reef as one of the most diverse eco-systems in the world made up of over 100 coral species and home to some 500 species of fish and hundreds of invertebrates. Travel on a short boat ride with our experienced guide as you journey to the many fishing spots along the Belize’s southern barrier reef. Belize’s Southern Reef is an angler’s paradise with an abundance of marine life. Whether reef trolling or perfecting your skills on the flats, you will have an unforgettable fishing experience.

Inclusions: Landing and facility fees, National Park fees, Local taxes, Bottled water, Professional guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Partake in making a bread that have a shelf life of of over 10 years. Engage in the traditional life of our Garifuna farmers maintaining endless rows of cassava beds and reaping the splendid crop from their labor. This wonder crop has been loyal to the Garifuna people since their movement through the Caribbean by being the main staple in their diet and can last up to several years without spoiling. Participate first hand in the preparation of cassava bread from the plant to the finishing product which you are sure to enjoy cassava pudding. 

Inclusions: Local taxes, Food tasting, Local guide, water, repellant, Hotel pickup and drop-off (minimum 3 pax), Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Join our best Mayan Expert Guide to explore the Magnificence World that his ancestors created. Listen and become engage as history comes alive through the souls of a living mayan. Xunantunich means the “Stone Maiden” in the Maya language. Since 1892, numerous people have claimed to have seen a ghost here, dressed completely in white with red glowing eyes.Ongoing excavations have revealed that the Xunantunich mayan ruins in Belize probably played an important role in the political power struggle of the Classical period. It seems likely that it joined in an alliance with Caracol & Calakmul in Mexico to bring down Tikal in Guatemala. Xunantunich stands on a flattened hilltop, overlooking the Mopan River in Belize. There are 5 plazas on site, which were once part of this Maya civic ceremonial center. However they are completely overshadowed by the towering El Castillo, or The Castle – it’s what makes the Xunantunich mayan ruins in San Ignacio one of the top destinations in Belize.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water

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Join a soul touching experience as you get the unique opportunity to explore the sacred underworld of the Mayan with our Mayan descendant expert guide. It is a spiritual experience like no other as the sharing is done with utmost authenticity. A 2hr road journey takes you to a very secluded jungle location where you hike for approximately 20-30 minutes to the illusive ATM Cave where your guide draws the attention of your soul to the era when the Mayans traversed the Cave in search for hope. Refreshing yourself in the cool stream at the entrance of the cave is a must. You are then ask to partake in the journey of walking along the inner stream in the Cave and to climb Rocks viewing the shimmery stalagmites and stalactites as you make your way to the upper chamber where skeleton remains and potteries can be seen. You are encourage to engage all your senses to feel the moment.

Inclusions: live vest/headlight, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Belize Lunch/water/snacks

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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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Share in the excited of exploring the jungle in the night time. This tour includes 1 hour long guided night hike that allows you to get up close and personal with the nocturnal creatures and flora and fauna of the rainforest like Owls, Kinkajou, Paca, Armadillos, Howler Monkeys, Bats, Foxes, Jaguars and more. Then glide like a bird through the pristine jungle canopy on the longest zipline in Belize. Experience the longest single and fastest run and lead your spirit soar.

Inclusions: Private transportation, all safety equipment for ziplining, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, repellant

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Take an air conditioned van on a beautiful ride through the jungles of the Maya mountains on your way to the ruins. After the tour of the site, you can shop for cultural gifts and souvenirs at "The Orange Gallery". Then a stop at one of our favorite local restaurants for authentic Mayan cuisine before a stop at the Blue Hole for a swim in crystal clear waters. (Not the Blue Hole that Scuba divers visit in the ocean)

Inclusions: Bottled water, Soda/Pop

Exclusions: Stop by a local, authentic restaurant for lunch on the way home. The price of lunch is not included in the tour