The Maya Ruins of Caracol are located in the Chiquibul reserve, and is a major site in Mayan History. Founded before the Common Era around 1200 years ago, Caracol was one of the largest Mayan Cities ever built, with more than 65 square miles and home to at least 150,000 people.
We embark on our trek in San Ignacio, from low flat land to beautiful hills you will get to see the Maya Mountains from a distance and scenic views of the tropical jungle. 30 minutes to arrive at the hand crank ferry which leads us to the site of the Maya Ruins of Xunantunich.
Cahal Pech is a fifteen-minute walk from San Ignacio Town situated on the top of a hill in a serene jungle. This 22.39 acres of interesting archeological site when translated into Maya Yucatecan Language means “Place of Ticks” and was coined in the 1950s when the area around the site was used as a pasture.
The full tour of the Maya Ruins of Tikal, plus: After you traverse Tikal Park, your guide will take you to Temple IV to have the best view of one of the most amazing sunsets you will ever experience.
We start in San Ignacio at the Cahal Pech Mayan Site with scenic views of the town and valley. A two-hour tour of the 22 acres of interesting archaeological structures. The adventure continues to Xunantunich Mayan Ruin, another the impressive archaeological site only 15 minutes away.
Tikal or “Yax Mutal”, located in the Tikal National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site - is 19 miles north of Lake Peten Itza in the Northern region of Guatemala. Its architectural features is coupled with rich history of the daily lives and practices of the Ancient Mayas is who once lived there.
The Tikal Sunrise Tour starts at 2:30 a.m. from San Ignacio. Your guide will take you to have the best view of one of the most amazing sunrises you will ever see. Experience the awakening of the Maya jungle and see the fauna and hear the jungle come to life, with the singing of birds and animals.
After arriving at Carmelita Village in the Orange Walk District, guests will board a boat and embark on a picturesque ride along the New River to the Lamanai Mayan Site. Guests will have the opportunity to see wildlife. Be sure to take your binoculars, your guide will point out birds and other animals.