Xunantunich Maya Site
t is located in the village of San Jose Succotz, where a hand-cranked ferry is used to cross the Mopan River to get to the site. Xunantunich, “maiden of the rock,” was known to be a major ceremonial center during the Classic Period and is one of the most popular sites in Belize. The center is composed of six major plazas surrounded by more than 25 temples and palaces. The large pyramid, “El Castillo”, is well known for the frieze or band of stucco decoration which at one time extended around the entire temple. El Castillo rises 130 feet above the main plaza and offers an impressive panoramic view over the Mopan River valley. The site is a late classic period 600 AD to 900 AD which also was the border line influence of el Naranjo, a large ceremonial site over in Guatemala.
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Xunantunich Maya Site
Shared ToUr
Duration: 4 hours
snack & drink: water, Juice, chips with Salsa
air-conditions: SUV, Mini Van, Van, Bus
Pickup included
What's included in Xunantunich Maya Site
(Subject to Option Inclusions)It is located in the village of San Jose Succotz, where a hand-cranked ferry is used to cross the Mopan River to get to the site. Xunantunich, “maiden of the rock,” was known to be a major ceremonial center during the Classic Period and is one of the most popular sites in Belize, because of its uniqueness. The center is composed of six major plazas surrounded by more than 25 temples and palaces. The large pyramid, “El Castillo”, is well known for the frieze or band of stucco decoration which at one time extended around the entire temple. El Castillo rises 130 feet above the main plaza and offers an impressive panoramic view over the Mopan River valley. The site is a late classic period, 600 AD to 900 AD, which also was the borderline influence of El Naranjo, a large ceremonial site over in Guatemala.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio Town
- Entrance fee
- Chips with salsa
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pick up and drop off outside San Ignacio Town
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended you wear a swimsuit and bring a long sleeved shirt and hat
- Please note: a minimum of 2 passengers is required in order for this tour to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We provide complimentary pick up from hotels located within San Ignacio town limits. For other hotels, we can arrange at a small surcharge.
Meeting / End Points
- Unit 2 inside the Belize Caving Expeditions Office
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please note: a minimum of 2 passengers is required in order for this tour to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
