Visit the ancient Maya City of Lamanai, meaning “submerged crocodile,” where temples and carved stone monuments lie nestled in the tropical jungle. These ruins include temples, residences, and palace structures, surrounded by wildlife and forest. This adventure includes meals, drinks, transfers, and an unforgettable step into Belize’s deep past.
🛫 Lamanai by Air & River
Explore the magnificent Mayan ruins of Lamanai with a scenic flight from San Pedro to Orange Walk, followed by a short van ride through lush sugar cane fields. Board a river boat and cruise through mangroves and savannah, spotting monkeys, birds, turtles, and crocodiles along the way. Arrive at the New River Lagoon and tour the ancient Maya site on foot through dense rainforest trails.
Climb the towering El Castillo Temple, visit the on-site museum, and enjoy a traditional Belizean lunch before returning to San Pedro.
- Includes: Airfare, all transfers, refreshments, park fee, and lunch
- Duration: 7 hours
- Start Time: 7:00 AM pick-up at the Lodge; returns by 3:00 PM
- Minimum: 2 participants required
🛥️ Lamanai by Boat
Explore the Mayan ruins of Lamanai on this immersive journey. Begin with a boat ride to the mainland of Belize, followed by a scenic 90-minute van ride. Next, travel up an exceptionally clear and unspoiled river that leads you to the New River Lagoon and the ancient Maya City of Lamanai (Maya for “submerged crocodile”).
Expect to see birds, monkeys, and other wildlife while on the river, then disembark and tour temples and carved stone monuments nestled in the tropical jungle. The excavations done at Lamanai show a variety of structures including temples, residences, and palace buildings. Birdwatchers—this one is for you!
- Includes: Light breakfast, lunch, entrance fees, water, sodas, and rum punch
- Duration: 12 hours
- Start Time: Approximately 6:00 AM departure; returns around 6:00 PM
- Minimum: 8 participants required
💵 Pricing
- Lamanai by Air & River Tour: $310.00 per person
- Lamanai by Boat: $190.00 per person
Rates are in USD and do not include sales tax, park fees, gear rentals (if applicable), or gratuity.
🧭 Where to Meet
- For the Flight + River Tour, resort guests will be transported to the airport for their Tropic Air departure.
- For the Boat Tour, guests should meet at the El Pescador Resort dock.
