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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Cayo, Belize
Discover the best top things to do in Cayo, Belize including The Maya Ruins of Caracol, Xunantunich, Belize Nature Travel, River Rat Belize, Actun Tunichil Muknal, Explore Inland Tours, Belize Magnificent Mayan Tours, Crystal Cave, Upside Down Tours, Calico Jack's Belize Jungle Canopy and Zip Lining.
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1. The Maya Ruins of Caracol
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5.0 based on 614 reviews
This 30-acre complex is the largest Mayan ruin in Belize.
Reviewed By Sandi-and-Tim - New Castle, United States
Despite having a rental car, my husband, son, and I opted to hire a tour guide (and HIS vehicle) for this trip, in part because of the 52 miles of rough dirt road. Don't be scared off by the "you must join the police escort" warnings. The ruins are close to the Belize-Guatemala border, and the escort was started due to a single incident a few years ago...but there haven't been any reported incidents since then. Caracol has the highest Mayan temple in Belize. In fact, we couldn't see the top from the ground. According to our guide, LIDAR Radar readings taken in the last few years show that there are around 36,000 Mayan buildings in the surrounding jungle that have not been excavated, and they estimate that there were approximately 1.5 million inhabitants at one point. One of the thing that's so amazing about that is that there is no water source nearby. What they did find, though, was over 200 retention ponds. This is a destination that is not as well traveled as some of the other Mayan ruins in Belize due to the poor access, but it is well worth the effort to get there. If you do go without a guide, make sure you sign in at the police checkpoint. Past that point the road is narrow and mostly one way in in the morning and out in the afternoons. Oh, if you do use a guide, make sure he lets you eat some minty-tasting termites. :-)
2. Xunantunich
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5.0 based on 1,467 reviews
Reviewed By galencampbell - Calgary, Canada
The ruins are excellent and will be workout climbing up and down, with fantastic views from the highest points. We picked up a guide before crossing the ferry. Elfego had A LOT of knowledge, which makes sense since he must have been at least 70 and had been giving tours and working with archaeologists at Xunantunich for decades. The visitor center is good, with enough information to educate you, but not so much as to be excessive. I still recommend a guide though for better explanations of what you are seeing when you are actually looking at it. We also got lucky and saw two troops of howler monkeys howling at each other in trees just up the hill from the ferry (so keep your windows down and your ears listening as you drive in).
3. Belize Nature Travel
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5.0 based on 258 reviews
Explore the undiscovered with Belize Nature Travel and our team of experienced guides and reservationists . Lets not forget our amazing cook .We aim to give our guests the best experience of our Beautiful Country of Belize. Come and feel at home with Belize Nature Travel only the Best for you !
4. River Rat Belize
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5.0 based on 167 reviews
We are a small tour operator with a team of highly motivated outdoor enthusiasts focused in the prehistoric and historic landscapes, people and cultures of Belize. Join us to the playgrounds below the earth at ATM Cave, cave tubing,Chechem ha, Barton Creek Caracol of if hiking into the jungle is what you want, then warm up gears and off you go into the rain forest at Vaca Outpost.
5. Actun Tunichil Muknal
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5.0 based on 874 reviews
This remote cave is filled with relics left over from the Mayans.
Reviewed By 143trishc
My family and I visited Actun Tunichil Muknal June of 2019. This is not like a cave in the US where tourists visit. YOu must hike, cross rivers, swim across the pool at the entrance of the cave, wade up streams, squeeze through tight passages, climb rocks in you socks and up a ladder to reach the crystal maiden. Worth every second! It is so beautiful, amazing and tragic too. I am grateful for the experience, it was truly a trip of a lifetime.
6. Explore Inland Tours
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5.0 based on 289 reviews
Let us at Destiny Tours help guide you through the amazing Mayan world. Let our professional and certified guides help you walk in the foot of the Maya and learn their culture, religion and much more. Our aim is to give our guests the best and most comfortable experience in Belize.
7. Belize Magnificent Mayan Tours
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5.0 based on 295 reviews
"Let us at BzmTours start your Belize Adventure" is the motto of our company. We strive to do our best and our friendly service is top-notch. Helping you full-fill your Belize Adventure Dream! Come along for the adventure of a life-time! Our knowledge is your learning!
8. Crystal Cave
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5.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By diadelatierra - Springfield, United States
We had an excellent tour of Crystal Cave with Israel from Wildland Belize. He was an exceptional tour guide-- we learned so much and he pointed out all the Mayan artifacts and unique cave formations throughout our tour! It's a challenging hike through the cave but if you have good fitness it's worth it!
9. Upside Down Tours
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5.0 based on 142 reviews
Day tour to the St. Herman caves and crystal cave at Belize Inland Blue Hole National Part.
10. Calico Jack's Belize Jungle Canopy and Zip Lining
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 354 reviews
Calico Jack’s is a full service resort offering lovely and affordable accommodations, relatively inexpensive and delicious meals --specializing in local, vegetarian and keto cuisine . Calico Jack's is perhaps best known for our exciting tours including 5 zip line tour options in over 3,000 feet of zip lining, rappelling, a cable walk, rope ladder challenge and Belize’s only jungle swing—for only the most adventurous. If you enjoy nature and trails, explore our extensive hiking trails leading to dry caves used by the Maya for their sacred rituals or to our natural creek and swimming hole. We are also a magical paradise for jungle exploration. If you want a more laid back day, lounge by the pool and sip delightful local beverages against the background sounds of nature and local rhythms. Or join us in self-discovery through meditation, tai chi, yoga and EFT. I Contact us in Belize at 501-832-2478
