Belize Tours & Adventures with Trained Jungle Guides
Belize Tours & Adventures with Trained Jungle Guides
Hidden deep in the Chiquibul Forest Reserve of western Belize lies Caracol, the largest Maya site in the country and one of the most important cities of the Maya world.
At its peak, Caracol rivaled Tikal in power and size — controlling trade routes, waging wars, and leaving behind monuments that still rise above the jungle canopy today.
Visiting Caracol is both an adventure into remote wilderness and a journey into the heart of Maya history. Here’s everything you need to know before you go.
Caracol is located in the Cayo District, about 2.5–3 hours south of San Ignacio by road. The journey takes you through the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, past caves, rivers, and waterfalls.
Because of the remote location, Caracol is best visited with an experienced tour operator — the road can be rough, and the area is protected.
Caracol is large and involves walking and climbing.
Caracol covers over 25,000 acres, with plazas, causeways, reservoirs, and temples. Highlights include:
Caracol was once a superpower of the Maya world.
For Belize, Caracol is a symbol of national pride — proof that the Maya built cities to rival the great powers of the ancient world.
💡 Pacz Tours provides transport, guide services, entrance fees, lunch, and purified water.
If visiting in the rainy season, allow extra travel time. Private tours are often recommended for flexibility.
Yes. The Caana pyramid is climbable and offers stunning views.
Many tours include a stop at Rio On Pools or Big Rock Falls after exploring the ruins.
The protected reserve covers over 25,000 acres, but the main site tour covers the central plazas and temples.
If you want to see Belize’s greatest ancient city:
