The Ruins of Xunantunich

A Mayan city perched on a limestone ridge near San Ignacio, Xunantunich is home to El Castillo, a 30-meter pyramid offering sweeping views over the Mopan Valley.

Rio Frio Cave

Rio Frio Cave

Belize's largest freely accessible cave, Rio Frio Cave is a natural 500 m tunnel crossed by the Rio On river, deep within Mountain Pine Ridge.

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

Belize's oldest forest reserve, Mountain Pine Ridge unites waterfalls, caves and natural pools across 430 km² in Cayo District.

Caracol Maya Ruins

Belize's largest Maya city, Caracol conceals palaces, stelae, and the Caana pyramid—the country's highest structure—deep within the Cayo jungle.

Cahal Pech

Cahal Pech

Perched on a hilltop overlooking San Ignacio, Cahal Pech brings together 34 Maya structures, a small museum, and one of the earliest known settlements in Belize.

Big Rock Falls

A 45-meter waterfall in the heart of the Mountain Pine Ridge reserve, Big Rock Falls offers a natural swimming pool and fits perfectly into a circuit around Cayo district.

Barton Creek Cave

A river cave in Cayo District, once a gateway to Xibalba for the Maya, Barton Creek Cave is explored by canoe from San Ignacio.

Actun Tunichil Muknal

A sacred Maya cave near San Ignacio, Actun Tunichil Muknal is home to the Crystal Maiden and 14 skeletons dating from 700-900 AD. Guided tour required.