T15A – Lubaantun & Nim Li Punit Maya Temples
$116 per person
Lubaantun was first discovered and explored by archaeologists in 1905, one of the few southern maya ruins in Belize. It is an impressive Maya site that was built between 700 and 900 AD as a ceremonial site. The Maya used it for special celebrations including religious ceremonies, Maya games, consecrations and festivals.
Lubaantun is notable among Maya ruins for the unusual way it was built. Constructed of limestone bricks, it was built without mortar. The buildings are also unusual for having rounded corners. You can wander around this huge, peaceful enclave yourself or get a guided tour from the local historical experts at the Visitor’s Center.
This tour then travels the Southern Highway to the foothills of the Maya Mountains and the secluded, inviting Nim Li Punit ruins. This site is slightly smaller than Lubaantun but is equally impressive.
Nim Li Punit was built between 500 and 800 AD. Both of these Maya cities were built during the so-called Classic Period, which is when the Maya had some of their greatest achievements in terms of astronomy, engineering and mathematics. Exploring these ruins gives you a clear and vivid picture of the daily lives of this ancient, advanced civilization.
Additional Info:
Do you think you would be interested in Maya Living Experience or a Waterfall Swim? Both of these experience can be combined with the Nim li Punit experience.
– Nim li Punit & Maya Living Experience – US $116 PP
– Nim li Punit & Waterfall – US $117 PP
All our prices are listed in USD and are exclusive of 12.5% sales tax
Age Recommendation: 7+ years
What to Wear
Cool comfortable attire for this subtropical climate and well threaded shoes.
What to Bring
An adventurous mindset and an awesome attitude, bug repellant, sun block, and your medication.
Cost:
US $116 PPIncludes:
RT Transportation, park entrance fees, tour guide, lunch, bottled water/juices.
Time: Departs: 8:00 AM
*Returns: 3:00 PM
RT travel time: 4 hours
Minimum Requirement:
4 persons
Offered:
Daily
Intensity Level:
Easy
You will be exploring two maya ruins in southern Belize. Although miles apart, the journey is quite interesting with the many maya villages you will see. Many enjoy this tour because of the simplicity of it, yet it is packed full of information. This is a wonderful trip to learn about the history of the Maya and in such a lovely green district as Toledo.
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