Lamanai Day Tour
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Are you looking for a personable adventure to explore Belize's one of Belize's largest Archaeological Reserve, to see one of its major attractions the well-preserved mask of a Maya ruler emerging from a crocodile headdress. We get the unique experience of Boating up the New River from Orange Walk to the Lamanai Maya temples. On your boat ride, in addition to some amazing scenery, you’ll see wildlife like snail kites, jacana, morelet’s crocodile and iguanas. Lamanai was occupied for more than 3,000 years, up until European contact. The Archaeological Reserve not only contains a museum with ancient Maya artifacts, but visitors can also see the remnants of two (2) 16th century Spanish churches and a colonial sugar mill established in 1860.
Your experience
Stop 1
Lamanai (submerged crocodile), is one of the oldest, continuously inhabited archaeological zones in the Maya World. A major attraction of Lamanai is the well-preserved mask of a Maya ruler emerging from a crocodile headdress. Lamanai is a Mesoamerican archaeological site, and was once a major city of the Maya civilization, located in the north of Belize, in Orange Walk District. . On your boat ride, in addition to some amazing scenery, you’ll see wildlife like snail kites, jacana, morelet’s crocodile and iguanas. Lamanai was occupied for more than 3,000 years, up until European contact. The Archaeological Reserve not only contains a museum with ancient Maya artifacts, but visitors can also see the remnants of two (2) 16th century Spanish churches and a colonial sugar mill established in 1860.
What’s included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- licensed tour guide
- Lunch
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not in the Belize City area incur an additional cost)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Entrance fees
Meeting and pickup
Mile 19 George Price Highway; guide will be holding a printed name of the guest; contact us if you're lost or running late
Before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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