Marvel at the pyramids that sit on a hill and still soar above the jungle with howler monkeys, black as soot, swinging in the trees overhead. Your day will be well spent touring with Maruba's capable and knowledgeable guide. After breakfast it is time to head to the Cayo District of Western Belize with a stop on the way at the small and informal Belize Zoo. Next is a visit to the ancient Mayan Temple of Xunantunich which is reached by crossing the Mopan River by hand-cranked ferry. This comfortable jungle lodge has twenty thatched cottage rooms set along the riverside on a 330 acre private reserve in the forested foothills of the Maya Mountains.
Guests are able to interact with nature in an environment of tranquillity and peace.
This morning you are free to choose whether you want to simply relax, have a swim in the river, or sample the wonderful array of treatments available at the Chaa Creek Spa . Mid afternoon you will be taken on a relaxing guided canoe trip down the Macal River where iguanas sun themselves on the overhanging branches along the river banks. On arrival in San Ignacio transportation will be waiting to take you back to the hotel. Or you can wander around the town, do some shopping, have dinner in one of the local restaurants and make your own way back by taxi when you are ready. An exciting day tour to the most fabulous Mayan site of all - Tikal in Guatemala.