Altun Ha Temples,,Birdwatching and Belize City Tour

This Tour is done at a slow pace. This sightseeing tour passes alongside the Old Belize River, rural communities, small farms. See various species of Birds, unique native trees and plants, orchids and bromeliads, tour the Ancient city of Altun Ha, known for its ceremonial Temples with mask of gods, sacrificial altar and many findings of priestly tombs containing a wealth of artifacts. Go up several temples to get panoramic views. Lunch stop, A stop is done at the Back Yard to see birds, turtles and crocodiles once they are in the area, also have the option to stop and tour the Rum Factory Museum, (rum factory may be closed on some holidays and weekends) likewise a stop is done at the village roadside wine stand to sample local wines made from Cashew, Mango and Blackberry. We pick up and drop off at the Airport, Cruiseport. hotels, water taxi, municipal airport

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Memorial Park, Marine Parade Boulevard, Belize City Belize

The guide meets you at the hotel lobby, the cruise port, or the airport, then board an air condition van and the guide gives a narrated tour of Belize City, the rural areas and local customs. The drive is 1 hour from the port to Altun Ha. Our tour starts in Belize City, seeing the landmarks of the colonial era, the Baron bliss lighthouse, the Fort George Area, the Memorial park, the bustling city life of the school kids, commuters, pedestrians, fast food vendors at the street corners, the colourful painted residences and the business area. the guide also stops to show unique flowering plants, fruit trees and birds.

Stop At: Altun Ha, Rock Stone Pond Belize

The drive passes thru rural villages, grassland savannah, mangrove forest and the Rain Forest and arriving at the Maya Pyramids of Altun Ha.

Then we walk to this first Plaza we see and share information of the findings of the archaeological excavations that occurred during 1964 to 1974 Field seasons.
The tour continues to the second plaza featuring the residential area where excavations found skeleton remains in the rooms and artefacts such as polychrome vessels.

Then the highlight of the day, approaching the Sun Temple with mask of gods and at the summit the pyramid is the sacrificial altar. the guide shares more information of the vast wealth of findings found inside this structure including our most precious stone the Jade Head, the largest carved object found in the maya world. After enjoying the views from up top, it’s time to come back down, return to the van for the drive back to the city.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"bring refillable water bottles, disposable ones are not allowed on reserves"
"bring insect repellant, hats, shades, camera, binoculars"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled 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 24 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 4 Hours 10 Minutes
Ponto de partida: 1: Belize Marine Terminal, 90 N Front St, Belize City, Belize
2: Belize Sign, FRR9+J57, Belize City, Belize
Traveler pickup is offered
The cruise tenders arrive at FSTV passenger terminal and giftshops, proceed thru Terminal 1 to the exit, where street side you will see the V.i.V. guide and sign. See you soon.

Airports

• Belize City Municipal Airport, Belize City Belize

Ports

• Belize City Cruise Port
• Ocean Ferry Belize, Belize City, Belize

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Driver/ Tour guide service
• Guaranteed to skip the long lines
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• visit the backyard to see birds, croc, turtles, iguanas, fish once they are in the area
• visit the rum tasting at the Distillery
• Guaranteed to skip the lines
• Entry/Admission - Altun Ha

Não Incluído

• Gratuities

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