Xunantunich

Xunantunich

www.travelbelize.org
4.8/5
(1.6K) · Historical landmark in Benque Viejo del Carmen, Belize
Suggest an edit · Your business? Claim now
Xunantunich is an Ancient Maya archaeological site in western Belize, about 70 miles west of Belize City, in the Cayo District. Xunantunich is located atop a …

Tours and activities

Sponsored

Reviews

Tripadvisor
4.8/5 · 1,577 reviews
5-star
90%
4-star
10%
3-star
0%
2-star
0%
1-star
0%
Recent reviews
Tours
History
Time
Transportation
Cultural
Price
Kid Friendly
Hiking
Any rating
Loading reviews...
Mar 30, 2025
This was just one of many highlights on our trip to Belize. I would suggest hiring a guide to broaden your experience here. If you're in good health, a hike to the top of the temple is a must for t…Full review by Dwnptrl
Mar 29, 2025
Me and my wife came here 17 years ago and didn't remember much. We decided to come back now, but this time with our two daughters who have just recently learned about the Mayan civilization in school…Full review by Shawn L
Mar 25, 2025
Our guide, Joseph, was recommended by Macaw Bank Lodge as the best—and they were totally right! So wonderfully knowledgeable, but also a terrific story teller. We totally enjoyed every minute we spe…Full review by Kati H
See all reviews on Tripadvisor

Articles

Xunantunich is a Maya archaeological site in western Belize, about 80 miles (130 km) west of Belize City in the Cayo District. Xunantunich i…
touristlink.com

Questions & answers

Q:
How many stairs does it take to the top
A:
It's a long hike with multiple stair connections. Probably will take at least 20 minutes of climbing. Many Maya ruins require serious stairclimbing to get to the top. In hot weather it can be …
A:
It's a long hike with multiple stair connections. Probably will take at least 20 minutes of climbing. Many Maya ruins require serious stairclimbing to get to the top. In hot weather it can be tough. Bring water for sure.
A:
Q:
What did Covid have to do with preventing further exploration. Thinking of going shortly
A:
You can explore everything on your own - no restrictions except the top is blocked off no entry. If you hire the guide on the other side of river, they would have to ride in the vehicle with …
A:
You can explore everything on your own - no restrictions except the top is blocked off no entry. If you hire the guide on the other side of river, they would have to ride in the vehicle with you uphill to the ruins or you would have to wait for them to walk up the hill and meet your group. That would mean you had to wait for them before going in and exploring on your own. The COVID restriction being the wait time (guide not in vehicle) and having someone outside your group in close contact (in vehicle). Time for exploring and risk not amount of exploring
A:
Answer by Christy D · Jan 23, 2022
Q:
We will be driving ourselves and I see on some posts this was done. Was is an easy drive...did you need to use a GPS? …
Q:
We will be driving ourselves and I see on some posts this was done. Was is an easy drive...did you need to use a GPS? We will be driving from Belmopan. Very helpful to know you can get a tour guide at the Ruin.
A:
You can drive it with GPS. There is a river crossing that is hand cranked. Not sure if they charge a rate or tips only but it is a long walk up hill if you don't drive over that river/creek. A …
A:
You can drive it with GPS. There is a river crossing that is hand cranked. Not sure if they charge a rate or tips only but it is a long walk up hill if you don't drive over that river/creek. A few shops up top too so don't buy from the street vendors at river.
A:
Q:
Hi - we have a couple options for excursions from our cruise ship. If you could only do one, would you go to Chichen …
Q:
Hi - we have a couple options for excursions from our cruise ship. If you could only do one, would you go to Chichen Itza or Xunantunich and why? I hear that you can no longer climb Chichen Itza. We were spoiled by seeing Machu Picchu last year. Thank you for your help!
A:
I can't compare it to Itza since I have not been there, but if you can't climb it, I would rule it out. Xunantunich can still be climbed and the pictures/videos I have from it are amazing. You …
A:
I can't compare it to Itza since I have not been there, but if you can't climb it, I would rule it out. Xunantunich can still be climbed and the pictures/videos I have from it are amazing. You can see 360 degrees around for miles
A:
See all questions on Tripadvisor
Oops! Something went wrong, Please try again after a few minutes

Social profiles

People also search for

Nearby

Streetside

Bird's Eye

Where to stay

See all

Check in: May 25 · Check out: May 26

Data from: Tripadvisor
Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license