Guided Altun Ha Ruins, Rum factory & Belize sign from Belize City
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Guided Altun Ha Ruins, Rum factory & Belize sign from Belize City

By Royal Belizean Adventures
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Ages 4-80, max of 15 per group
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entry/Admission - Altun Ha
What's not included
  • Gratuities (recommended)


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Incase you don’t see your hotel, guest house, air bnb or other, please state this during your booking or contact us by email
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Belize City Fort steet tourism port
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Near public transportation
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92428P8

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
        • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled 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 15 travellers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92428P8

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        • Royal Belizean Adventures
          109
          Belize City, Belize
          Joined in January 2019
        • L8882XDannp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          AWESOME!!!!
          What and amazing day! Percy added the Altun Ha Mayan ruins to our trip without hesitation as we were close. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. We ziplined and did the cave tour as well. Our adventure was totally awesome and did not disappoint! Percy is very knowledgeable about the history of Belize and shares many stories and adventures. He called me before our travel date to let me know what to expect and what we would need. He spent 10 hours with us and it was like we had been friend for a lifetime...very personable and has a great attitude...he LOVES what he does! Highly recommend booking with Royal Belizean Adventures!
          Written 8 February 2025
        • 888kaceym
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing, safe, and educational trip!
          This tour was incredible. Percy was our tour operator and driver. We felt so safe with him the entire time and he is so knowledgeable about the entire country. Before our tour, Percy reached out directly asking if we could leave earlier in the day to avoid the massive tour buses from the cruise ships, and I’m so glad we did! We ended up getting to Xunantunich prior to the mad rush. Eder was our tour guide at the ruins and he was AMAZING. He is so knowledgable about the region, the Mayan culture, and history. We loved our time with him walking around the ruins, and we got to see spider monkeys. On the way back from the ruins, we stopped along the Hummingbird Highway at St. Herman’s Blue Hole and had the place almost to ourselves. We also stopped at a local farm for ice cream after a delicious traditional Belizean lunch! Couldn’t recommend enough! Will be contacting Percy directly when we come back to Belize!
          Written 3 February 2025
        • H3939OZerikg
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Tour operator (Percy) is a criminal. DO NOT BOOK!
          Percy is a criminal. He advertised this private tour on Viator and allowed me to book for myself for $300. The day before, he demanded I pay him $100 more in cash as I was a solo traveler. Having planned this for a long time, I had no choice but to agree. I could not tell what this trip entailed, so asked him what I should wear and bring. He told me to bring swimwear and a change of clothes, which I did. He did not mention that you must swim for large periods in your shoes (you are not allowed to take them off) and when I showed up at 7am in a pair of £200 trainers he told me I needed crocs or waterproof shoes. He tried to find a place to buy them for me on the way but of course that was impossible. As a result my trainers were ruined and, not being suited for the trip, caused me to slip and fall three time. When I saw him after the tour, he told me I should have read the listing with respect to footwear but then admitted that it said nothing about footwear. Most important, after having paid, now, $400 in cash for a private tour I was put in a group with five other people. I could not hear anything the guide said--I was last of the five on our tour. Percy refused to refund any of my money. I have all of this documented and have filed a crime report with the police in Belize City. I will also file a complaint with the US consulate here. Do not book anything with Percy. He is a liar and a thief and will scam you at the first opportunity. I would highly recommend the ATM Cave tour but with any other operator. Please proper equipped--and everyone else had been properly informed by their tour operator as to what to wear--seemed to love it.
          Written 1 February 2025
        • CareyKacey
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Experience Visiting Ruins and Blue Hole from Placencia!
          We had a great day with Percy seeing Belize. The blue hole and ruins were great to see along with an authentic Belizian n lunch. Would highly recommend!
          Written 30 January 2025
        • jenniferwV2657QY
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Buyer Beware - Another last minute cancelation
          I should have listened to my gut. The other review about being canceled on last minute gave me pause, but I booked anyway. Morning before the excursion, I received a confirmation for our trip. Late that same night, cancelation due to the guide being sick. I'm not saying anyone was lying, but it's incredibly inconvenient with little time to alter plans. We didn't let the change ruin our day. We found an alternate way to Altun Ha and it was an incredible experience. Find another way there.
          Written 9 January 2025
        • jameshT2314BW
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great company to work with!
          We were not able to go on our adventure due to a tropical storm that came through. The company was very accommodating, and offered to rebook for another day or activity. We couldn’t due this due to travel plans, but received a prompt refund. I will reach out next time we’re in Belize and use Royal Belizean Adventures. I’m impressed with their quick response and handling of the situation.
          Written 18 November 2024
        • 752tyroneh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Tubing and touring with jeff in Belize
          This tour was amazing one of the best i have been on , Jeff was awesome very knowledgable , assertive and safe , everything me and my wife wanted to know he had the answers; we would definetly recommend jeff as a tour guide ; and this tour; the experience was great jeff made us feel right at home......
          Written 8 October 2024
        • U2618SVshawnas
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Well worth it!
          Percy and Jeff were both very passionate and proud about their country and it was evident throughout our entire experience with them. It started with a very puntual pick up, followed by an informative and cultural ride to the different activities. It felt like Percy ad Jeff were family, as they made sure we were comfortable, safe, and most importantly, having fun! I would definitely recommend this tour company again and if I ever visit Belize again; I know exactly who I'm calling.
          Written 1 October 2024
        • S8260BRlaurah
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic Tour guided by Jeff
          Our tour was guided by Jefferson (Jeff) who in itself, turned out to be a very interesting person.   We couldn't decide whether to do the Howler Monkey or Altun Ha along with the Cave Tubing.   Since there were only 2 of us on our tour, Jeff made a phone call and said we could do all 3 with a minimal extra fee.  So our last day in Belize turned out doing all the things we wanted to do before we left.    We started out with visiting the Howler Monkeys which was a stop at a person's house who took us along a beautiful walk in the jungle calling for the monkeys.  There is a family of 5 that live in the trees and sure enough, they all showed up.   He gave us bananas and told us to stand with our backs next to a branch and they came down to grab the bananas.  We got excellent photos and one even had a tiny baby with her. Then we headed to the Altun Ha ruins but not before Jeff stopped to grab a Biliken beer.  Altun Ha was breathtaking.  Be sure to wear a hat and comfortable shoes if you want to climb up to the top of the ruins to see the whole area.   Then we headed to a roadside restaurant where we had a great lunch with roasted chicken, coleslaw and rice & beans which was deliciously homemade.  Our last stop was the Nohoch Che’en Caves.  Be sure to wear sturdy water shoes with a thick tread as you walk over a lot of rocks. Jeff changed into his swim attire and guided us through the caves carrying our tubes and pulling us along in the water.  He was so informative pointing out everything in the cave including the small insect bats.  After our tour, Jeff let us stop to get one final beer before taking us back to our hotel.  Jeff has led the most amazing life and does so much for his community in Belize.  The best part of the tour was talking to him and getting to know all about Belize.  He has been doing the tour for almost 20 years and definitely made the trip more interesting with his wealth of knowledge at every stop.  Thanks to Percy, the owner, for allowing us to change our pick up spot and go to Altun Ha which wasn't on our initial itinerary.  We will definitely come back and use Royal Belizean Adventures again. Thank you!
          Written 31 May 2024
        • Ontheroadtogether2
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Long day!...But worth it!
          Did this excursion as part of our cruise on Carnival Paradise last week. If you are doing it as part of a cruise, be prepared, as it is a very long day...but worth it. First you take a 20 minute tender ride from the ship to shore, where there are plenty of shops, which you will get to look around in while you wait. Then you get on a bus for 2 hr and 15 minute ride. During the ride, your guides will talk about all things Belize. We had Dora and Jr., and they were very friendly and knowledgeable. When we got to the ruins entrance, there are locals there with a few roadside shops and water (2 for $5). Next, you climb on a hand cranked ferry for a short ride across the river. Then, a minivan will take you the mile up the hill to the actual entrance to the ruins. Then it is an uphill climb where you finally get to the actual site! Jr gave a very informative talk about the history. You are allowed to climb the ruins if you wish. My husband and sons climbed about 2/3 of the way up. They said the view was amazing! We were there about 45 minutes-1 hour. Then back on the bus to Hodes restaurant for lunch. Nice outdoor/indoor restaurant. We had Chicken made with Recado Seasoning, Macaroni Salad made with salad cream, and Beans and Rice. Soda, iced tea and water are included. Full bar if you want for an extra cost. Like I said before.... long day, but if it is on your bucket list (like my husband), it is worth it. Our adult sons loved it as well. Even our 26 year old, who didn't seem thrilled about going, said it was amazing! As for me, it was not something that was on my bucket list, but it was really cool that I got to see it.
          Written 22 May 2024
        • 789mariamb
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing tour!!
          This was such an amazing experience. Percy was very knowledgeable about the belizean culture and flexible. Visiting the Mayan ruins was absolutely amazing and we even made a stop to the Belize zoo. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Contact Percy via the number listed prior to booking so he can provide you with details and promotions he have at that time.
          Written 26 February 2024
        • NorthStar619586
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          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Travelers beware !!
          We were so excited for our trip to see the Mayan ruins of Xunantunich. I booked this trip a month ago for myself and my husband. I had already purchased our water taxi tickets totaling $130.54 for 2 round trip tickets from San Pedro to Belize City. Less than 24 hours before our tour was supposed to begin I received this message from the tour operator. (Pictured below) I understand people get sick, however given that this was booked a month in advance, paid in full, and other excursions were planned around this, something more needs to be done to rectify the situation. I also have some concerns given that 2 days before this tour was supposed to begin I received another message from the tour operator offering to give me a “cash price” which I respectfully declined given that it was already paid for on my credit card and to be perfectly honest seemed sketchy and not proper procedure when booked through TripAdvisor. (Also pictured below) Seems like a little more than a coincidence that after all of this correspondence my tour is cancelled at the last minute. I did receive a full refund as I should have, however the water taxi tickets are non refundable and I am writing this review to request a refund of an additional $130.54 for the 2 round trip water taxi tickets I paid for in advance of this canceled trip. We had other excursions planned and paid for during our stay in Belize so rebooking was not an option. Since the booking has been canceled by the operator I have no way of responding to the message about joining another tour. Given that I paid for a private tour that is what I expected. It’s unfortunate to have such a negative experience when the majority of the reviews seem positive, I am hoping this is a fluke for the operator and the situation can be rectified before seeking other means to fix this unfortunate situation I was put in. Looking forward to a resolution.
          Written 8 February 2024
        • mrsaupont
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Belize Mayan ruins, zip line and zoo
          Thoroughly enjoyed the excursions!Percy was the perfect tour guide for the Mayan Ruins & Belize zoo!
          Written 8 August 2023
        • jasonbP6319FL
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          10 Star Tour!
          I do not know where to start so I'll just keep it short. This tour exceeded my expectations and I was left truly happy and glad I ended up choosing to do this for my wife and I anniversary. The ruins were so fulfilling and beautiful; especially when we climbed El Castillo and looked over into Guatemala. The caves were also thrilling and beautiful with plenty different colours for your eyes to marvel. All in all I give this tour 10 stars and recommend it to anybody that wants some adventure from Placencia.
          Written 31 July 2023
        • jasonbP6319FL
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Best Day Ever!
          This tour was the best part of our trip to Belize! We could not have made a better decision choosing Percy and his team. My family was picked up from Maya beach and we travelled to a location about 2 hours away; don't worry, Percy kept giving us information and highlights as we went along. The caves were very clean and made us feel so relaxed that we could have fallen asleep. The Ziplines were fun and they made us feel safe every step of the way. Lunch was delicious and actually had us all sleeping on our ride back to our hotel. I would recommend these guys for any activity you want to do in Belize and will use them again in the future!
          Written 31 July 2023
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        Dan M
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Our tour guide was Jeff, he was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, funny and took great care of us. Although it was a long ride there and back, Jeff kept us occupied with deep knowledge of the country, city and places that we visited. More than that, Jeff made us feel safe, and kept us on time.

        The Ruins are absolute must see, you could truly sense the history and the property is very well maintained and unadulterated.
        Written 29 March 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you very much for trusting us to take you on this exciting tour and for leaving your honest review. We hope that we can get to take you again sometime in the future.
        Written 2 April 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Renardo G
        Nashville, TN20 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We had an incredible time with Percy. It truly felt like we got to experience all of Belize city within 4 hours. We were promptly picked up from the airport, had a smooth/ cool ride to the ruins, stopped for a local lunch, stopped for Rum, sign pics then were dropped off at the water taxi! Also because we went in the afternoon we skipped all the cruise ship/ tourist traffic.

        Percy was an extremely guide who educated us on both the history and future of Belize. We’ll definitely be back and Percy will be the first I reach out to.
        Written 10 February 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        It was a pleasure hosting you in Belize and getting to show you a part of my country. Thanks for choosing us and I look forward to when you return! Thanks again for reviewing your experience.
        Written 12 February 2023
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        Fred D
        21 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The tour guide/owner of the company did an amazing job on our tour! On our way to our first stop he gave us insight on the history of Belize. He took us on the Altun Ha tour and gave us an in depth explanation of the history of the Mayans and answered all of our questions. The second stop of our tour was the rum tour, the guide shared the history of how rum is made in Belize followed up with unlimited tastings of different types of rum. We could have added a couple more stops but we didn’t have the time, if you’re interested in cave tubing or money sanctuary you should inquire about those as well. Overall great experience, I definitely recommend everyone do this tour with him!!! A great way to explore the Belize mainland.
        Written 8 August 2021
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        The greatest feeling is when we receive honest reviews from our satisfied customers. We ensure that each tour is specifically tailored to accommodate the needs of each passenger from the group. Thanks again for visiting Belize and for choosing the #1 tour company in Belize City, and we hope to see you again!
        Written 9 August 2021
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        Jennifer Z
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The tour was awesome. We had Percy as our guide. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Transportation was easy. Only thing to be aware of is that it does get very hot while at the ruins so bring lots of water and highly suggest going as early as possible in the morning to avoid large crowds and the heat. Highly recommend the tour and ask for Percy.
        Written 1 March 2023
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        Wow! Very helpful review for future guest. Thanks for touring with us, we enjoyed your company and your tour. Looking forward to taking the rest of your family next time since we already met 9 of you guys. Best regards
        Written 2 March 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Heather G
        Alexandria, VA6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020
        I was traveling to Belize for work and only had a few free days to do some tourist activities - thankfully Percy was very flexible in being willing to provide a private tour! Percy's pre-tour communication was very prompt and thorough and he arrived at my hotel to pick me up right on time. Percy was knowledgeable about the many cultures that make up Brazil as well as the ruins and where to take the best photos. We had a chance to chat and had a great time!
        Written 7 February 2020
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        Thank you for your review. Prompt pick up, professional services and a good time are just some of the few guarantees when booking us. Each guest is treated like an individual family member and will always receive the ROYAL treatment!
        Written 8 February 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Carla H
        Detroit, MI24 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2022 • Friends
        This was a great experience. Percy aka "Master P" was a great guide. The personal touches and knowledge shared made this experience spectacular. The ruins were outstanding, The Rum factory was delicious 😋 and the wine tasting by the side of the rode was quite the experience 😋 . I had to buy the sorrel wine it was incredible.
        Written 4 September 2022
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        Thank you for reviewing us! Come back again soon!
        Written 1 October 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Joe B
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2022 • Couples
        Percy was an excellent tour guide. Answered all of our questions about Belize, Rum, the Mayan ruins and many other things. He was professional, knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with. The Altun Ha ruins were incredible to see. Worth the trip alone.
        Written 15 March 2022
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        Thank you for visiting and reviewing our experience. As a team, we are happy that we were able to satisfy your touring needs. Thanks again!
        Written 16 March 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Chris S.
        Hartville, OH5 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2020 • Couples
        Very good tour, ruins were very interesting. Our guide Percy did a great job explaining the culture and was a pleasure to talk with during the tour. The rum tour was just ok would have liked the people there to do a better job.
        Written 4 January 2020
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        Thank you for your honest remarks. We have looked into this matter and are pleased to let you know that this will never repeat itself. We would like to note that the employees at the factory are known for their professionalism and exceptional services and products. Therefore, please contact us via email to further specify exactly what you were unhappy about at the rum factory. Please, we would like to know as soon as possible.
        Written 11 January 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        AussieInJoburg
        Johannesburg14 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        There are lots of options for an Altun Ha trip, so I was really happy with our guide Percy. Friendly and knowledgable, it was a good tour.
        Written 20 November 2019
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        Thank you for reviewing us. Much obliged
        Written 21 December 2019
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        RJ Alm
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2019
        Had a wonderful time. Guide was from Belize & really good us a lot about Belize. Totally safe, great time...highly recommend
        Written 14 November 2019
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        Personal and professional experiences is all that we provide! Thanks for reviewing us and we hope to see you again soon.
        Written 18 November 2019
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