Iguana Creek Tours

TOURS (page 1)

Here is some information on tours that you can take
during your stay with Iguana Creek Resort.

Xunantunich & Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins (half Day) Per couple $90.00 ...each additional person $45.00	This major ceremonial center is located on a natural limestone ridge, providing a panoramic view of the Cayo District. The largest pyramid, "ElCastillo", has been partially excavated and explored, and bears a remarkable stucco frieze on the east side of the A-6 structure. Three carved stelae found at the site are on display in the plaza. Xunantunich is located across the river from the village of San Jose Succotz, near the western border.
Xunantunich View Map or More Pictures Cahal Pech View Map or More Pictures	Cahal Pech is one of the medium sized Maya centers and features a small collection of temples, partially restored to resemble their original glory in Classic Mayan times. The best way to visit the hilltop Maya site of Cahal Pech in western Belize is to take a picnic. Situated along thebank of the Macal River in the Cayo District, Cahal Pech(Mayan for "Place of the Ticks") offers a panoramic view of San Ignacio and the Belize River Valley.
Caracol Mayan Ruins (full Day) Lunch included up to 4 persons (Road conditions usually permit January to July only)	Currently very knowledgeable guides escort groups around the site twice daily and a new information centre is being built.
$350.00 ...each additional person $90.00 View Map or More Pictures	About 24 miles south-southwest of Augustine, Caracol is a rediscovered Maya city. This is now a National Monument Reservation. Caracol was established about 300 BC. Glyphs record a victorious war against Tikal. Excavations take place February-May but there are year round caretakers who will show you around. Addmission is US$15.
Tikal Mayan Ruins (full Day) up to 4 persons $350.00 ...each additional person $90.00	The site of Tikal was first occupied aroun 300 BC and became an important Mayan centre from AD 300 onwards. The oldest stela found has been dated as AD 292. The main structures which cover two and a half square kilometres were constructed from AD 600 to AD 800 and at its height, the total 'urban' area was over 100 square kilometres. From this time, Tikal declined and the last stela recorded date is 1000 AD.
Tikal & Flores Mayan Ruins (overnight) up to 4 persons Prices are available upon request. View Map or More Pictures	The site was finally abandoned in the 10th century. The road from Flores/ Santa Elena to is the only paved road in El Peten, although it can still be closed in wet weather. The great Maya ruins of vast temples and public buildings are reached by bus from Santa Elena.