Altun Ha Mayan Site tour from Belize City
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Altun Ha Mayan Site tour from Belize City
By A Plus Adventures Belize
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Ages 1-90, max of 20 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
What's not included- Food and drinks
- This half day tour does not include lunch you will be allow to purchace snacks or lunch at a local restuarant along the way after your tour
- National Park Entrance Fees
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- If you are coming from the island we also pick up from the water taxi terminals here in Belize City. We will pick you up from your Airbnb in Belize City.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Philip S.W. Goldson Intl Airport, Belize City Belize
- Belize City Municipal Airport, Belize City Belize
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Fort Street Tourism Village, Terminal 1, Belize City, Belize
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Infants must sit on laps
- Pushchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 72497P5- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Accessible for those with limited mobility
- Infant seats unavailable
- No public transportation nearby
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not suitable for pets
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers will be pick up from any hotel or Airbnb address in Belize City or surrounding areas. We also will wait for our travelers that arrive from the cruise ship at the terminal one gates of the Fort Street Tourism Village in Belize City.
- Wheelchair accessible
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 72497P5
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- Julie B0 contributionsNew favorite tour BelizeOur new favorite excursion when we cruise to Belize! Our ship tender process was delayed but our tour leader waited for us. We felt safe the entire day. We were well cared for and relaxed while having a fun adventure with nothing to worry about. The river cruise was my favorite. The Mayan ruins were amazing. Our guide educated us about the ruins and the river wildlife. Ian took special care to point out the most interesting things.Written 30 January 2025
- K1102EKjohnc0 contributionsGreat experience!Friendly tour guide, family made food service, great quality! Would definitely recommend this for family! Including infants and toddlers!Written 26 December 2024
- Guide300386712510 contributionsSO FUN!!!!Cave Tubing with A plus and Albert. Absolutely perfect! We got off the water taxi and followed the directions on our reservation (make sure you have them printed). Everyone in the terminal was very helpful and we found our driver in no time. While everyone else was fighting with 100 other people to get on huge charter buses, we hopped in a very clean, air conditioned mini van. Just the 3 of us and our driver. It was a little over an hour drive to the rafting location and Albert used the time wisely informing us on everything Belize! It was a very enjoyable ride. Upon arrival at the rafting location, we changed into our water shoes and Albert introduced us to our guide-Artemis. Artemis got us all set up with tubes, helmets, and life jackets. We then walked about 30min to the start of the cave tubing. Definitely not recommended to anyone with trouble walking. Artemis showed us various plants, trees, and animals throughout our walk. Once again it was only the 3 of us! All the other groups had 10-15 people. We saw and heard groups of howler monkeys in the trees-very cool! The water was so refreshing! (To my husband that means COLD! Haha!) it felt SO good! It was 99 degrees out and we were definitely ready to jump in when we arrived! Artemis tied all our tubes together and off we went! It was so relaxing and we just love caves - this really was the perfect excursion for us. It is definitely worth the hour drive and the 30 min walk! Our excursion began at 9am (ship time) and we returned to the port about 1:30pm. Grabbed some lunch at the pier (fish tacos-very good!), some local beers, and then shopped for a bit before returning to the ship. No one else in our party did an excursion here, and they completely regretted it. The port area is pretty pathetic. So if you are headed here-book this excursion!Written 18 August 2024
- carriev7750 contributionsHighly recommend going through this companyAlbert was great!! Drove us to the cave tubing area and explained the Belize culture and about the different people the live in Belize. He made us feel comfortable and made sure we were where we needed to be on time!! I highly recommend him and the cave tubing experience!!Written 20 March 2024
- scottaP1843VM0 contributionsNot monkeys but goodSo. I had signed up for howler monkey tour. But it was canceled. They offered a Mayan ruins tour instead. Which was great. Mark is a most excellent guideWritten 1 March 2024
- elizabethaL6691VI0 contributionsDriving City TourAlbert was very kind and flexible when our flight was delayed and was there waiting for us at the airport! We thoroughly enjoyed our driving city tour, and loved learning about all the history and cultural traditions! Albert is so knowledgeable! Absolutely would recommend!Written 31 December 2023
- 672cecillep0 contributionsA Great ExperienceOur family had a wonderful time. Albert was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Be aware that there is an uphill hike to get to the ruins. It’s quite a workout. We learned a lot about Xunantunich, Belize, and the culture. We had pupusas and burritos for lunch at a local market. Overall, a great day.Written 23 December 2023
- Seaside211992336220 contributionsBelize City/Belize Zoo TourThe Ride was fun, got a scenic tour of Belize City and the countryside and learned a lot about how things work in the area. The zoo was nice and scenic and more natural and tour guide walked us through every step of the way talking about the different animals and the history of the zoo. The food at the zoo restaurant was very good as well.Written 15 November 2023
- S4720XAleem0 contributionsWonderful Day At LamanaiWhen I contacted Albert about some tours, he set us up for this one. He was prompt when he picked us up, shared information when as we drove north from our hotel and was with us the whole way. He arranged for us to join a regular river tour which stopped to point out wild life, give a history of the area and of Lamanai. Once we got there, we had a wonderful tour of the ruins and there was plenty of water to stay hydrated. A great lunch was provided with some free time before heading back. It was a full day tour and totally worth it.Written 27 October 2023
- Z1391ZVrichards0 contributionsBelize zooI was on a 35 night cruise onboard Ventura which wasn’t going very well, I decide to go and arrange my own tour in Belize and am glad I did, what a day Albert met Myself & Dad at the terminal and took us too his air condition van and we head off towards Belize’s zoo before we had left the City centre we had a very interesting history of Belize Albert is very knowledgeable and interesting but what made the day after leaving the city behind in the distance I could see something strolling slowly across the road I got my camera out as we got closer you could see it’s a Tapir very lucky to see, we continued our journey to the zoo, Once there Albert showed us around the zoo and answering all our questions and pointing out where the animals were hiding. I would definitely say Alberts tour was amazing and the highlight off the holiday, Thank you Albert !!Written 18 May 2023
- 141hanag0 contributionsGreat service!! Extremely knowledgeable and friendly.Albert drove us to the cave tubing and zip line location from where we were staying in Ladyville. During the drive which took about an hour, we got a wonderful lesson on the history and culture of Belize. We learned so much and it was greatly appreciated. Once there we were handed off to the guides for the cave tubing and ziplining. They were equally as wonderful, friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Albert was waiting for us after each tour and we were given a very delicious lunch of stewed chicken, rice and beans with a plantain and slaw. We ended up booking the Lamanai Mayan Ruins and Jungle River Tour through Albert for the following day and received the same level of service. I highly recommend A Plus for booking your tours while in Belize.Written 23 April 2023
- L5822DUjohnm0 contributionsWe Recommend Touring Belize With AlbertTouring Belize with Albert was a pleasure. He's an encyclopedia of all things Belize and is eager to help you learn. My wife and I enjoyed our safe and comfortable rides to and from our destinations, discussing various related topics - history, geography, demography, etc. He kept us on schedule, and expertly led some tours or turned the tour over to a specialist (e.g., Crooked Tree bird watching by boat). We highly recommend booking your tours with Albert.Written 9 December 2022
- S4720XAleem0 contributionsLearned so much and had a fantastic time.We arranged the tour through the place we stayed and we combined it with a visit to the Community Bamboon Sanctuary. The tour was absolutely fantastic. I love learning about history and he provided the background information so I learned so much. He also didn't hurry us so my husband wasn't always trying to catch up, instead he felt as if he were a part of the tour. Albert would pause and check to make sure my husband was doing well and take breaks so my husband could keep up. We were both able to walk to the top of the temple. On the way back we stopped through the baboon sanctuary and on the way out, Albert took time to explain how some of the villages got their names and when we got to the sanctuary, we got hooked up with a great guide and Albert came along. We got to see a whole family of black howler monkeys. I highly recommend this tour guide and his company. He made the tour absolutely fantastic and worth it.Written 30 September 2022
- 97tinaz0 contributionsAwesome nature tour!This was more beautiful than expected. Our tour guide Albert was very friendly and informative about Belize history, culture and people. We enjoyed talking to him on the journey to and from the caves. The hike was a little difficult for me (lung issues) but even being a little out of shape I was able to make it and it was worth it! Beautiful and relaxing and had a great group with us. We were there first thing in the morning so it wasn’t real crowded. The water was so clear and refreshing and was lined by trees and nature. Would definitely go back and tour with Albert again!Written 14 June 2022
- KimandLoganInBelize0 contributionsBest day in Belize!This experience was amazing! My daughter and I couldn't ask for a better guide! Albert was so friendly, knowledgeable and particularly gracious, as I had recently hurt my knee. He waited patiently for me to make the beautiful hike, helped me on steep rocks and carried my tube so I could focus on enjoying myself and making sure I had good footing. The caves are absolutely a must see in Belize! Best part of our trip so far! Thank you Albert!Written 12 June 2022
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Charles G
11 contributions
A great tour. We thoroughly enjoyed our guide, Albert. He was fun, witty, a great Caribbean laugh and vibe and totally knew and could convey his vast knowledge. My wife left her nice water bottle in his car and he was kind enough to make the trip back to our hotel to drop it off. Thank you
and we wish you continued success with your tour business…you deserve it!
and we wish you continued success with your tour business…you deserve it!
Written 17 January 2024
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Peter B
Westfield, NJ12 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Albert was a terrific guide for our tour of Altun Ha. He picked us up in Belize City right on time and gave us a terrific history lesson of Belize throughout the millennia on our way out to the site. It turned out that we had a private tour with just my two children and me and that allowed us to ask any questions we wanted. Great day with a very experienced guide!
Written 22 February 2024
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We are so pleased to know you enjoyed your MAyan site tour. Thanks for sharing your comments. We are highly appreciative. Don't be a stranger, we hope to see you back in Belize
Written 27 February 2024
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Robert B
Massanutten, VA397 contributions
We had fantastic guides to this historic site. The ruins are completely accessible to able bodied folks. We were able to climb to the top of two structures. On the bus ride to Altun Ha we saw a lot of Belize City and the countryside.
Written 3 December 2024
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Thanks for taking the time to share your experience of your tour of Altun Ha. With its close proximity to Belize City, this Mayan site provides impressive insights into the Mayan civilization. We look forward to your next visit to our beautiful country.
Written 17 December 2024
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Sue A
Newcastle, ME1 contribution
Aug 2021
The site was our first Mayan city, and we loved the way it had some pieces fully excavated and others still under jungle. One temple we could climb, not very high but that was fine for us. Our guide, Albert, was great - he knew a lot about the history of the site and the country more generally. We felt in really good hands. We had the place entirely to ourselves (!), presumably because of COVID. Our guide was very careful and we all wore masks. Take your mosquito repellant!
Written 15 August 2021
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To be able to introduce you to your first Mayan site visit is wonderful. We always try to arrange our tours when there are not many people there. We understand how valuable this could be for our guests and it's always good to know that you appreciate it. I know the flies could be a deterrent but once we arrive prepared with insect repellant this Altun ha tour is also a must-do activity when visiting the country. Thanks for your review. Don't be a stranger.
Written 13 December 2021
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Lisa C
2 contributions
Feb 2023
We had the best possible experience with Albert. He was punctual, gracious, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. We were not interested in joining an excursion through our cruise ship because there were 200 people booked and we wanted a more relaxed experience and flexible schedule. We were also having a hard time finding a private tour operator that did not have any negative reviews, until we found A Plus Adventures. Albert (the owner) answered the phone and was happy to arrange the tour, even though we reached out at the last minute. He taught us a great deal about the country of Belize, its history, the local communities and natural surroundings that we drove through, the Altun-Ha site, and Mayan history in general. He clearly loves his job and we felt very lucky to have found such a dedicated professional.
Written 14 February 2023
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Our company strives to offer a more independent and private tour to small groups and families especially our guests coming off the cruise ship. Thanks for taking the time to write this review we highly appreciate it. You are always welcome to our beautiful country. Seeing is Belizing
Written 24 April 2023
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Don P
Corpus Christi, TX37 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
The site is well maintained and very reasonable entry fee. Bathrooms and a small museum at the entrance. Good access to the top on most of the Ruins. Some areas are roped off from access. A trail around the back side takes you to the pond that was their water source. The site can be explored in an a hour or two. Mosquitos were quite numerous when I went as it was during rainy season in August. Having some bug repellent is advisable. The site is a short drive from Belize City on paved roads. It is in an isolated area with limited development such as restaurants or gas stations. Several small locally run booths near the entrance sell typical wood carvings and souvenirs. A few have bottled drinks, bug spray and snacks. There is a small restaurant and a stand selling local dishes. It was very quiet and peaceful the day I went as I avoided a day that cruise ships tour days. Overall, the site is a good site for a easy and quick trip. It is similar to Cahal Pech ruins in size. Not quite as spectacular as Xunantunich or Tikal.
Written 4 September 2023
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Indianapolis, IN123 contributions
We arrived as early as possible to avoid large crowds from the cruise ships. Luckily we avoided that crowd and were able to enjoy the sites with our knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide. You are able to climb the structures for beautiful views of the jungle. The museum was still closed under COVID restrictions when we visited but the gift shops and restrooms were still available.
Written 28 July 2022
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Kara G
2 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We absolutely loved our tour with Albert! He picked us up right in our hotel and taught us all about Belize. He was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. We learned so much!! Would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about the Maya population, ruins and Belize in general.
Written 24 May 2022
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Thanks for sharing I also had a great time doing the Mayan site tour with you all and showing you around our beautiful country. I'm happy to be a part of your Belize experience, we look forward to hosting you guys again on your next trip.
Written 25 May 2022
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Simone R
4 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Punctual, friendly guide, during the journey in a comfortable car we learned a lot about the country and its people. In AltĂşn Ha we learned a lot about the Mayas, their history and the individual sites. We had enough time to climb the ruins and take photos.

Written 18 February 2024
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Wir sind bestrebt, Ihnen das unvergesslichste Belize-Erlebnis zu bieten. Die Besichtigung der Maya-Stätte Altun Ha bietet einen erstaunlichen Einblick in die alte Maya-Zivilisation und ihre Kultur. Wir sind sehr dankbar für Ihre Bewertung. In Belize gibt es noch viel mehr Maya-Stätten zu besichtigen. Wir freuen uns auf Ihren nächsten Besuch.
Written 27 February 2024
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Mattwey
Mansfield, MA9 contributions
Had a great experience on this tour. Albert the tour guide was prompt, informative and answered all questions during the tour. His knowledge was really incredible. When doing your research you just hope the experience matches what is advertised. This tour exceeded my high expectations. We had a great enjoyable tour and would recommend.
Written 17 April 2024
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With many years of experience as a guide, I understand my clients' expectations. Because of my love for my country and my passion for guiding, I'm driven to do my very best at all times with the service I provide. Your kind words are greatly appreciated. Thanks for the review.
Written 29 April 2024
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Hi. Can you pick up my family of 6 up from the airport? What tine would we need to leave if our flight leaves at 3:30. We would like to be back to the airport at 1:30. Do you offer a discount for a family of 6? Thank you.
Written 28 October 2019
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