Altun Ha Mayan Site & Heritage Center
Answer the call of Altun Ha, a serene Maya city ringed by jungle. Travel from the coast to shaded plazas where traders and priests once gathered, then climb the Temple of the Masonry Altars for sweeping views. Here archaeologists discovered the famed Jade Head of Kinich Ahau, the largest Maya jade carving ever found. As birdsong drifts through the trees, your guide traces the rise of this important trade hub and the sea‑river routes that fueled it. There’s time to explore the Heritage Center and enjoy an included lunch at the site before heading back toward Belize City along a scenic route. With gentle paths, towering temples, and rich storytelling, this is a calm, captivating immersion into the Maya world.
Things You Should Know
- Guests required to sign liability waiver
- Partial city tour included
- Buffet lunch at Altun Ha and bottled water included
- Comfortable clothing, closed‑toe shoes, insect repellent, and rain gear recommended for guests to bring
- Tour is wheelchair accessible with assistance
- Guests must manage stairs for ruins