ALTUN HA
This magnificent Ruins is located just about thirty one miles north of Belize City. Altun Ha was strategically located as a trading center, about six miles from the coast of Belize City. The site covers an area of about twenty-five square miles, most still uncovered. These ancient Mayan Temples were once Cities, Towns, Religious Temples and major trade posts for the ancient Maya civilization. Once hidden in thick jungle the Mayan Mayan of Belize have since been restored to their original splendor, one cannot help but feel the ever-present Maya Spirit when visiting these spectacular sites.
Altun Ha is one of the most famous Maya Centers, founded around 600bc, perhaps a few centuries earlier, this Maya Center was undoubtedly one of the smallest but extremely important Trading Post for the Maya Civilisation at the time.
What to Bring
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellant
- Binoculars
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Cash to buy items from local vendors along the way
Tour Package Includes
- Tour of Altun Ha
- Admission fee
- Tour guide
- Bottled water
Things to Know
Opening Hours of Altun Ha:
6am- 5pm
Estimated time of tour:
Approximately 7 hrs