One of the best Mayan Sites to visit in Belize. Lamanai is located on the banks of the new river lagoon in the Orange Walk District. The tour begins with a 50 minutes boat ride up the New River. It’s a very enjoyable and relaxing boat ride, with a chance to see crocodiles, wetland birds and Howler Monkeys.
In brief, Lamanai, meaning “submerge crocodile” in Mayan has three main temples. The first is the Jaguar Temple which has a carved shape of a Jaguar on it. The other is the High Temple, which raises some 108 feet and offers a great view of the entire area from the top. The third temple is the Mask Temple which has a 13-foot limestone mask of an ancient Mayan King.
Additionally, as you explore around Lamanai you will come across the remains of a church constructed by the Spaniards to convert the Mayans to Christianity. It was burnt down by the Mayans in a revolt.
Departure: Belize City, Water taxi terminal, Municipal airport or International Airport. Please contact us for departures from other locations.
Duration: 6.5 hours
Difficulty level: Moderate
Price: (all prices are per person and in USD.)
1-3 pax – $130.00
4-6 pax – $100.00
7-8 pax – $90.00
Tour includes:
What to bring along: comfortable shoes, sunscreen, bug repellent, camera.
∗Minimum 2 persons
