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San Ignacio: ATM Cave Tour
The post recounts an exhilarating cave tour in Belize, proving hazardous due to unexpected rapid rise in water levels caused by heavy rainfall in the mountains. Despite dramas, including cross-river rescues and a surprise jungle walk, the author commends the professional tour guides who ensured everyone’s safety.
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San Ignacio: Rio Frio Cave
The trip to the mesmerizing Rio Frio Cave involved traversal through an impassable muddy road, before exploring an ‘on your own’ type of adventure inside the cave. Despite potential hazards, the unique beauty of the cave was well appreciated.
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San Ignacio: AJAW Chocolate
AJAW Chocolate in San Ignacio, Belize, offers interactive presentations on the origins and stages of chocolate making, from bean to Mayan hot chocolate. The experience, which includes chocolate grinding and preparation, is enjoyable and educational. There’s also an attached shop selling chocolate products for visitors to take home.
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San Ignacio: Xunantunich Mayan Ruins
The Xunantunich Mayan Ruins in San Ignacio, Belize, can be accessed through a small ferry. The well-preserved ruins allow visitors to explore ancient stairways and buildings, providing a captivating glimpse into the past.
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San Ignacio: Lodging, Food and Outdoor Market
San Ignacio, close to the Guatemalan border, serves as a convenient base for various tours. The city offers a range of AirBnB accommodations, restaurants, and an outdoor market with many options for local fare. Be ready to explore eateries on foot, make reservations, and try dishes like shrimp quesadillas at Ko-Ox Han Nah or local…
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Belize: Arrival to Belize City and Travel Inland
The basics in Belize, getting there, renting a car and driving with a side trip to a Howler Monkey sanctuary, the Blue Hole and St Herman’s cave.
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