Top things to do in Placencia, Belize

Mayan Chocolate Making & Waterfall Swimming From Placencia in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 120.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

This half day tour of chocolate making starts from the cacao tree and ends with a Mayan chocolate bar in your hands. you will visit a small cacao farm where the farmer gives you a complete history of his organic cacao farm and detailed explanation of how the beans are extracted from the pods.Immediately after the farm we head Back to the small-indoors chocolate facility where you will learn how to make your own chocolate on traditional grinding stones. To top off the day we stop at a nearby waterfall.

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PRIVATE Xunantunich Ruins & Cave Tubing from Placencia (Luxury) in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (13 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 299.00

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

An excellent choice for all ages in your family. There is something for everyone to do and enjoy from the moment you are picked up; with unlimited sight-seeing until you are returned to your drop off point. Experience two of Belize's top three rated excursions in one trip.

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Full Day Cave Tubing and Zip Lining at Jaguar Paw in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 270.00

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

Ready to explore the hidden gems of Belize? Hop on a scenic 100-mile drive through the Mayan Villages, Farmlands, and Mountains on the only highway in the country. But that's only the beginning! Your heart-stopping adventure starts with zip-lining over the lush rainforest. After a delicious Belizean lunch, it's time for a hike to the mystical caves. Float through limestone archways and uncover centuries-old formations that will leave you in awe. Dive into the caves' mystique and magic as you learn about cultural rituals and ceremonies. Get ready for a thrilling ride that will awaken your sense of adventure!

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ATM Caves Tour from Placencia in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 270.00

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Unlike ordinary cave tubing, this tour takes you beyond the flow — giving you time to explore on foot, climb through passageways, and uncover the secrets of Belize’s mystical underworld. Perfect for thrill-seekers, history lovers, and nature enthusiasts alike, this is more than a tour… It’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of Belize. Why Choose Us? Small group adventures for a personal, uncrowded experience Knowledgeable local guides who bring history & culture to life A perfect mix of relaxation, exploration, and adrenaline!

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Private Xunantunich Mayan Ruins & Inland Blue Hole Tour from Placencia in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 280.00

 

This tour will leave you longing for more Belizean adventures; as you'll leave with memories you'll cherish for your lifetime. Learn ancient Mayan history and practices as you explore the majestic City of Xunantunich. You also get to visit the St. Herman's Cave and see beautiful natural formations and crystals, before cooling of in the refreshing "Blue Hole." This package includes a local lunch for each passenger. The best way to spend warm days in Belize with your friends or family!

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Xunantunich Mayan Ruin and Cave Tubing from Placencia in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 295.00

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

It’s going to be an eventful day so be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This tour will start with a journey from your Placencia accommodation. Our guides will be waiting on-site for you before heading off in air-conditioned transport to Xunantunich. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. It sits close to Belize’s western border and is a must-visit. Local souvenirs, hammocks, and blankets are available from the many vendors waiting alongside the river at the entrance to the hand-cranked ferry that has carried many thousands to and from the calm beauty of this Maya Temple. The panoramic views of the Cayo District and nearby Guatemala from atop ‘El Castillo’ are stupendous! Come with an open heart to experience simplicity and visiting another world for a few hours before heading off to Jaguar Paw for cave tubing .

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Nim Li Punit + Chocolate Making & Waterfall Tour from Placencia in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 215.00

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

At Wilder Belize Adventures, we don’t just offer tours — we craft unforgettable journeys into the heart of Belize's wild beauty and vibrant culture. What sets us apart? It’s our deep local roots, personalized experiences, and a spirit of adventure you won’t find anywhere else—professional guides, professional equipment, young, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable guides, and a licensed tour operator.

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Hiking & Rivertubing at Cockscomb Basin  in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 220.00

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary has the world’s highest concentration of big cats in the world. In addition to jaguars, this 98 000 acre Jaguar Reserve is home to jaguarondis, pumas, ocelots and margays. There is also a lot of “cat food” to be found including agouties, anteaters, armadillos, tapirs, brocket deer, coatis, kinkajous, otters, pacas, and peccaries and a troop of howler monkeys. Lots of birds can be seen while hiking in this beautiful wildlife refuge.  Your licensed guide will show and describe many of the plants and trees and the uses the Maya made of them and will help you spot the birds, insects and animals resident in the Jaguar Preserve.

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Xunantunich Half-Day Tour from Placencia with Lunch in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 300.00

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

A must-visit, even when on the shortest stays in our beautiful country. Xunantunich is a national treasure that fills its visitors with a sense of time travel. You’ll depart from your Hopkins where our guides will meet you before your drive to this temple. You'll know you're arriving when you spot the little falls of the Mopan River winding alongside the road through the village of San Jose Succotz. You're hit with how green and lush everything is. Some visitors will get to see a group of women doing laundry in the river while their children swim nearby.The temples are nestled in between lush rain forest whose trees may bloom vibrant red, yellow, orange, or pink in season. Bring along a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, along with an open heart to experience simplicity and visiting another world for a few hours. Join us on this half-day tour towards Xunantunich Maya Ruins with lunch and hotel pick up included from Placencia.

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ATM Cave in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 385.00

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave is Mayan for Cave of the Stone Sepulcher.  This is a must do tour for visitors to Belize! The cave was created by water erosion of the karst limestone over a period of hundreds of thousands of years.  It has been used by the Maya for nearly two thousand years for religious rituals.

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Xunantunich Maya Ruin & St Herman Blue Hole in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 300.00

Duration: 12 hours (approx.)

Xunantunich is a spectacular ruin perched atop a hill overlooking the Mopan River and the Cayo District, near the border with Guatemala. Cross the Mopan River west of San Ignacio on a ferry to reach Xunantunich or Maiden of the Rock. The main pyramid known as El Castillo is one of the tallest buildings in Belize rising 130' above the jungle canopy. The reward for climbing to the top with your licensed guide is a spectacular view of the Cayo District and Petén Guatemala.

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Mayan Chocolate Making & Waterfall Tour from Placencia in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 150.00

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

At Wilder Belize Adventures, we don’t just offer tours — we craft unforgettable journeys into the heart of Belize's wild beauty and vibrant culture. What sets us apart? It’s our deep local roots, personalized experiences, and a spirit of adventure you won’t find anywhere else—professional guides, professional equipment, young, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable guides, and a licensed tour operator.

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ATM Cave in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 281.25

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Start with a drive through the beautiful countryside to the village of Teakettle. From there, head into the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve and pass through mahogany groves and orchards. When you arrive at the trail, you'll hike through the lush jungle for about 45 minutes before arriving at the caves. Gear up before entering the caves where you'll spend the next three hours hiking, swimming, and exploring this sacred cave formation with your guide.

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Mayan World Adventure Combo Zipline, Tubing and Wildlife Safari in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 350.00

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Stepping off a platform to whiz above the treetops in the Maya Mountains is exhilarating to say the least! Enjoy the panoramic view as you cross the South Stann Creek River 400 feet below! Maya Skywalk has the longest zip line in Belize with 7 lines and 11 decks. Follow up by tubing 2 miles down the South Stann Creek River. The best way to see wildlife in Belize is from the rivers, especially with a licensed guide who can show you the hard to spot wildlife luring in the jungle on the river banks. Relax and enjoy the sights on the slower parts of the river interspersed with the excitement of rushing over class 2 rapids in expedition style tubes.

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PRIVATE Cave Tubing & Zipline Tour with lunch from Placencia  in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 239.99

 

Travel privately with your group in a comfortable, clean and updated vehicle with enough space for each guest. This tour is definitely one of the most popular attractions for most visitors to Belize. See the absolute best of Belize's land, water and air with a fully experienced guide; privately!

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Learn to Cook Mayan Style & Make Your Own Chocolate Bar in Placencia

Placencia , Belize

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 250.00

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Leave Placencia at 08:30 am for a scenic drive to experience Maya culture first hand, participate in Mayan cooking and visit a Mayan cacao farm and processing factory. The experience begins with learning to cook a meal the Mayan way on a fire hearth. You will learn how to make tortillas and tamales from scratch in a real Mayan kitchen. Take advantage of the experience to ask lots of questions about how the Mayans live, work, raise their families while you are preparing your lunch. The Maya are a proud of their culture and happy to share their stories. Bring your cell phone or camera and take video so you can share your new culinary skills with friends and family when you get home. Make sure you get the recipes! After enjoying the lunch that you have just cooked, visit the cacao farm to see how the cacao is grown, harvested and dried. Then head over to the little chocolate factory to make chocolate from cacao beans the old fashioned way. Make and eat your very own chocolate bar.

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