Tour list from Windy Hill Resort & Mopan River Resort

Belize

TOUR LIST FROM WINDY HILL RESORT &
MOPAN RIVER RESORT

We offer a variety of day trips to many local attractions. Below you will find a brief description of many of these sites. For more information contact the front desk and sign up for tomorrows adventure today. Have a great adventure!

Mopan River Resort:
Benque Viejo Town, Cayo District, Belize

CARACOL
Discovered in 1938 and later explored in the 1950's, Caracol was thought to be little more than a Mayan ceremonial center. It was not until more extensive excavations efforts began in 1985 that the importance and expanse of Caracol became known. In 1986, a round elaborately carved altar stone was uncovered which described a victory by Caracol over Tikal, once considered to be the most powerful Maya metropolis. This discovery filled an important piece of Maya history, covering approximately 140 years in the Middle Classic Period, and positioned Caracol as the "Supreme" Mayan city. The largest pyramid in Caracol, The Canaa (Maya for "sky palace") rises 140 feet and is the tallest manmade structure in all of Belize. Caracol is located south of San Ignacio. While it is not readily accessible, there are tour operators who will arrange day trips.

TIKAL
The largest and most spectacular of all the Mayan Sites. Located in the Peten area of Guatemala deep in High Canopy Jungle. Abundance of birds, monkeys and wildlife. The flora and fauna of this area is almost spectacular as the temples themselves.

XUNANTUNICH (Maiden of the Rock)
This major ceremonial center is located approximately 80 miles from Belize City, near the western border at San Jose Succotz. Xunantunich is accessible only by ferry which runs from San Jose Succotz daily from 8 am - 5 pm. The most prominent structure at Xunantunich is "El Castillo", a pyramid rising over 130 feet at the south end of the main complex. "El Castillo" has been partially excavated and can be climbed on a trail that winds back and forth across its panoramic views of Belize and distant Guatemala.

CAHAL PECH VIA HORSEBACK RIDING
Step back in time more than 1200 years. Very interesting architectural features. Just minutes from Windy Hill.

EL PILAR
The largest center in the Belize River Area. Dating back to 250 B.C. The site consists of 15 court yards, ball courts, a major palace and a formidable causeway. now under excavation.

CAVE KAYAKING
Experience the trill of jungle river kayaking via the tranquil Sibun River and through caves forgotten by time.

BARTON CREEK CAVE VIA CANOEING
Float through a centuries-old time machine at Barton Creek Cave and discover Maya burial grounds, and magnificent stalactite and stalagmite formations.

MOUNTAIN PINE RIDGE
The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve is a 300 square mile area located approximately 60 miles west of Belize City. Here you will find a scenic combination of cool pine forest, tumbling streams, lush river valleys, numerous caves and waterfalls. Most notable of the falls is the Hidden Valley Falls, a narrow chute of water falling one thousand feet. To the south of the reserve is the spectacular Rio Frio Cave.

CHECHEMHA MAYA POTTERY CAVE
Led by an experienced native guide, hike through lush tropical rainforest to the recently discovered cave. Descend into the mysterious world of the Ancient Maya. View numerous pieces of magnificent pottery and a ceremonial altar that has remained intact and untroubled for over 1200 years.

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
Designed to create awareness and an understading of the local environment, this museum provides a comprehensive introduction to the history and geography of Belize as well as visual displays of archaeological artifacts, butterflies, moths, insects and amphibians found within the percincts of the Cayo District.

BUTTERFLY BREEDING CENTERS
Follow the life cycle of The Blue Morpho from embryo to egg layer as this "Belizean Blue" metamorphoses through four distinct changes from a pale green egg into a voraciously hungry caterpillar, then into the bizarre form of a dormant pupa and finally into a dazzling beauty.

IXCHEL RESEARCH CENTER & MEDICINE TRAIL VIA CANOE
Located on the Bank of the Macal River. The center is engaged in formal study of medicinal plants. A stop over is a must as you canoe down the river from Macaw Bank to San Ignacio.

BELIZE ZOO
The Belize Zoo is located approximately 30 miles west of Belize City and is home to over 100 species of native Belizean animals including the tapir, black howler monkey, scarlet macaw and jaguar. The Belize Zoo offers visitors the opportunity to see these unique animals in their natural habitat.

GUANACASTE PARK
Guanacaste Park is a fifty acre parcel of tropical forest located in the Cayo District, at the juncture of the Western Highway and Hummingbird Highway, approximately 2 miles north of Belmopan. The park derives its name from the giant guanacaste (tubroos) tree, one of the largest found in Central America. It can reach a height of over 130 feet, with a diameter in excess of six feet. In addition to the guanacaste there are many other specieS of trees growing in the park including the Raintree, Mammee Apple, Bookut, Quamwood, Cotton Tree, Cohune Palms and Mahogany, the National Tree of Belize. An abundance of wildlife can also be seen in Guanacaste Park including Jaguarundi, kinkajou, paca, armadillo, agouti, white tailed deer, iguana, and several species of bats and opossum. Over one hundred species of birds have been spotted including Blue-crowned Motmots, Black-faced Antthrush, Smoky-brown Woodpecker, Black-headed Trogon, Squirrel Cuckoo, Bright-rumped Attila and white-breasted Wood-Wren.

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