Top Belize City Nature Walks

Discover what makes Lamanai one of Belize’s most impressive Mayan ruins on this full-day tour that takes you through an excavated ancient city that rises mysteriously out of the jungle. Look for native wildlife including birds and crocodiles on a river cruise to the archaeological site, where the ruins of the Jaguar and Mask Temples and ancient Mayan palaces beg exploration. See fascinating artifacts like clay pots and temple carvings at the on-site museum, and round out the day with a typical Belizean lunch at a restaurant.

Venture deep inside an ancient cave system at Nohoc Chen Park on a cave kayaking adventure from Belize City. Old legends and an underground waterfall await inside a series of caverns that you explore by single or double kayak, wearing an LED headlamp to illuminate crystalline rock formations. Hike through the Belizean rain forest and paddle down open stretches of the Caves Branch River on this half-day tour in the heart of the Maya Mountains.

Taste your way through Belize City with a guide to lead the way on this small-group food tour. Try different Belizean snacks and fruits and stop at a rum factory and rum museum to taste locally produced rums. Finish your tour with a hot tamale lunch at a local park.

Go cave tubing in a remote national park on a guided half-day outing. Travel by mini-bus into the rain forest outside of Belize City and learn about the area’s tropical flora and fauna on a brief walk to the cave system. Once there, get outfitted with a life jacket, helmet, and light, hop in a tube and float downstream, passing unique rock formations and a waterfall as you go.

Snorkel among the vibrant coral gardens of the world’s second-largest barrier reef on a day trip from Belize City. Cruise across the cool blue Caribbean to a spot with shallow depths and clear waters, ideal for admiring colorful sea fans, finger coral, and sponges teeming with fish. At a second stop, dive into waters churning with throngs of (harmless) nurse sharks and sting rays, and then reward your bravery with rum punch and a beach break on the laid-back island of Caye Caulker.

Fit three tours into one on this private Belize adventure that's ideal for cruise ship passengers and other travelers with limited time. Climb an ancient Mayan stone temple at the Altun Ha ruins, and then connect with the animal kingdom at a black howler monkey sanctuary. There's also a stop at a rum distillery to taste one of Belize's most famous exports on this personalized day trip.

Bring some adventure to your Belize vacation or cruise ship stopover with a cave kayaking tour from Belize City to Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve. Feel safe and secure in a hard-shelled sit-on-top kayak as you paddle your way around the Caves Branch River with a guide. You’ll also get to explore Belize City with your guide, stopping for lunch (own expense) along the way.

How about some history and culture of the ancient Maya civilization during your stay in Belize city? As you head off the Altun Ha, you will learn so much about Belize City as well as great tips for you to make the most of your stay in this beautiful city. This tour at Altun Ha is an excellent way to gain a deeper understanding of the ancient Maya civilization and learn about the history and culture of Belize. Together with the knowledgeable guide, you will explore the site's impressive temples, intricate carvings, and important artifacts, and gain insight into the daily life of the Maya people. Did you know that The Ball Court is a large playing field that was used by the Maya to play a game that was both a sport and a religious ritual? During this half-day tour, you'll experience the best of Belize City.

Delve deeper into the mysterious history of Belize’s Mayan civilisations on a 3-day tour that saves you hours of planning and research. In a small group limited to only 15, you’ll visit world-famous archeological sites such as Lamanai and Altun Ha, and go trekking through cave networks and wildlife-rich jungle.