Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City
Description
Standing Where Kings Once Ruled Climb the Temple of the Masonry Altars and feel the wind on your face as you gaze over miles of emerald-green jungle and the distant Caribbean Sea. “In that moment, you realize you’re standing where Maya kings addressed their people over 1,500 years ago.” This is the ideal tour that provides an amazing insight into the ancient Mayan culture and traditions.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Once our guests are pick up by our driver/guide they will then be driven through Belize City as they make there way to the Altun Ha for there tour. Guest will be able to see some land marks of City such as the Baron Bliss Light house as well as the Museum of Belize a brick building that was use in the past as a prison. The drive is approximately an hour to the site. going north from Belize City. Along the way you will also get to see portion of the historic Old Belize River use as the first mode of transportation before there were any road net work in the country. You also get to see a few rural communities in the Belize District along the route. Once at the site you will be able to access and use the well sanitize rest rooms from there your tours begins with first with a walk through the museum on the site. Your guide will then accompanied you to the Mayan site of Altun Ha were you will be provided a guided tour with detail information of this ancient but important Mayan City
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If you are coming from the Cayes, we also offer pick up from the water taxi terminals here in Belize City. We will pick you up from your Airbnb in Belize City. If you're coming from the cruise ship, make your way to Terminal 1 gate and exit. We will have a sign with your name in the waiting area outside.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Reviews(174)
Our driver Fred was amazing and very knowledgeable about our tour. This gentleman he’s a great Saleman to have on your team. A++
Had an absolutely amazing 4 hours with Waynie. Great communication before and during the tour. Picked up outside the cruise terminal in belize and taken to the site (about 70 mins away). Waynie gave lots of details and information about the country and places on the ride. Quick access to the site, Waynie was so knowledgeable and talked us through the displays and information in the Mayan museum, then took us around the site and took photos/videos, we were on site for about 90 minutes before returning to tbe port terminal. Take Mozzie spray as needed. Thanks Waynie...an amazing 4 hours
Albert was a an amazing tour guide! He had such knowledge of every area that we passed and a phenomenal understanding of the history. He brought the stories to life.
I will start with saying the Altun Ha temples are worth a visit. Visited off a cruise ship. However, my family of 5 paid $425 + $50 entrance fees for what boils down to a taxi ride and 5-10 min verbal introduction to the temples. Meeting was fine. The drive out/back about an hour. The driver shared a lot about Belize. All good. I missed the tour fine print and then had to pay $10 USD per person for entry ($50 USD). Went downhill from there. Walking in I was thinking "well, what the heck did I pay $425USD for if entry isn't even covered." Then I realized most of the groups were large cruise ship tours...some were small groups with private guides, OK, paying for the personal tour guide... Nope. The Driver / "tour guide" walked us in. Talked for like 5-10 minutes max, said he had to leave to do "paperwork." We then wandered aimlessly taking some great photos...but not really understanding what was what. In fact, some OTHER private tour guides gave us some information and took pictures of us an a family. In the end, I wonder how much a taxi would have been. Or just a cruise excursion, which was A BIT more money per person, but I think included more, and maybe food. For comparison, we got a private guide through Tripadvisor in Cozumel; we saw 2-3 sites, all site fees included, had lunch, and snorkeled...all for about the same amount of money. It was great and worth it. Bottom line: recommend looking at OTHER OPTIONS to see the site!!
Thanks for your review. We appreciate the concerns that you share, as they help us to make our service even better. We are always hopeful that our guests check the details of the tour they purchase with us before booking, so as not to be surprised by the service they receive. The entrance fees and lunch are not included, as clearly stated on the tickets and booking information for this tour. These are not hidden fees. We also mention in the booking that we make provisions to stop at a local restaurant for those guests who may want to purchase lunch after the tour. A guided tour of the Mayan site is included, and not being afforded this part of the tour is unacceptable to us. For the tour guide not to complete this very important part of the tour is regrettable. This is not who we are and what we represent. On behalf of our company, we apologize and will ensure there will never again be a recurrence of this issue. Despite these discrepancies, we are pleased to know that you still enjoyed your private tour to the Altun Ha Mayan site. Thanks once again for visiting our beautiful country, Belize.
Our tour guide Albert was very friendly and knowledgeable about the unique history of Belize!! Really amazing site to see.
Our tour guide Albert Alvarez was absolutely amazing and so knowledgeable!!! Best excursion ever!!!!
Excellent experience on the Altun-Ha Heritage Tour! The guides were very professional, knowledgeable, and informative throughout the entire tour. They made the history and culture come alive, resulting in a great experience. Highly recommend!
Your review is highly appreciated. We make every effort to ensure that our guests get the most out of this incredible tour that covers a lot of the history and culture of Belize, in particular the ancient and astonishing Mayan Civilization. We only work with the best and most experienced tour guides in the industry. You are always welcome to this beautiful jewel of ours; call Belize
This trip was very good I enjoyed a private quiet visit to the site. Of course comfortable shoes a must and hydrate, our driver was very patient and knowledgeable, he brought the story telling to life.
We are pleased to know that you had a wonderful time doing the Altun Ha Mayan site tour with us. We do offer bottled water on the tour, as we know how warm it can get on-site. Thanks for taking the time to share. We are grateful
Nice informative trip, no issues bring a fmt(fat man towel)!! The stairs are brutal but nice trip all together hopefully have a good driver....smh
It's the peak of the dry season this time of year, hence the Mayan site could be warmer than usual. The climb to the top of the temples could be a little challenging, but it's worth the hike. The view from on top is breathtaking. We are happy for your commentary. Don't be a stranger, there is so much more great adventure you can do in Belize
We had a fantastic afternoon visiting Altun Ha. Our guide was very flexible (we needed to change our start time), had a great relaxed demeanor, and was extremely knowledgeable about Altun Ha and the surrounding countryside. Would highly recommend!
Thanks for your vote of confidence and your recommendation. We are highly appreciative. We are very flexible with our guests, where possible, to ensure they have the best experience doing our tours. We look forward to your next visit to enjoy more of the great adventure Belize has to offer.
