Caracol
Maya Heritage
Journey deep into the Maya Mountains to discover Caracol, Belize’s largest and most spectacular Maya site. Explore ancient plazas, temples and towering pyramids hidden within the jungle, while our expert local guides reveal the fascinating history and stories of one of the Maya world’s most powerful ancient cities.
Caracol
Your Caracol adventure begins with a journey deep into the Maya Mountains, travelling through the lush Belizean rainforest towards one of the most remarkable ancient cities in the Maya world.
As you make your way through the jungle, keep an eye out for wildlife and enjoy the spectacular scenery of the surrounding Mountain Pine Ridge area. Eventually, the forest opens to reveal the impressive remains of Caracol, once one of the most powerful Maya cities in the region.
Explore the vast plazas, temples and ancient structures that stretch through the jungle. Your guide will bring the site to life, explaining the fascinating history of Caracol, its rulers, its people and its importance within the ancient Maya civilisation.
The highlight is Caana — meaning “Sky Palace” — the tallest man-made structure in Belize. Climb towards the summit and you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views stretching across the surrounding jungle and Maya Mountains.
As you walk through this extraordinary archaeological site, discover ancient monuments, carved stelae and evidence of a civilisation that flourished here for centuries.
What's Included
✓ Park Entrance Fees
✓ Professional Local Guide
✓ Round-trip Transportation
✓ Lunch
✓ Bottled water
Duration
5 - 6 Hours
Difficulty
Easy
Experience Caracol
From $135 USD Per Person
Journey deep into the Maya Mountains to discover Caracol, Belize’s largest and one of its most spectacular Maya sites. Explore ancient plazas, temples and towering structures hidden within the rainforest, climb Caana — the Sky Palace — for breathtaking jungle views, and uncover the fascinating history of this once-powerful Maya city with our expert local guides.