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Time Travel & Monkey Tales: Community Baboon Sanctuary and Altun Ha Maya Ruins Adventure – Where Maya Mysteries Meet Howler Hijinks!

Hey, history buffs and nature nerds! Ready to swap screen time for jungle time? This isn’t just a tour—it’s a day-long portal to ancient Maya glory and a front-row seat to Belize’s quirkiest primate party. Think Indiana Jones meets Planet Earth. Let’s dive in…

Your Day Unfolded: Ruins, Roars, and Rainforest Feels

🌄 8:00 AM – Belize City Pickup:
We’ll grab you from your hotel, Airbnb, or the cruise port (hey there, shipmates!) with a cooler full of chilled water and Belizean “good mornin’” vibes. Settle in for a 60-minute ride through countryside so lush, you’ll swear the trees are waving hello.

🏛️ 9:00 AM – Altun Ha: Where Stones Whister Secrets

Step into the realm of Maya royalty at Altun Ha—a site so epic, it’s basically the Times Square of ancient Mesoamerica. Climb the same stone steps where priests once tracked constellations and traders haggled over jade under the tropical sun.

• Plot Twist Alert: In 1968, archaeologists uncovered a 10-pound jade head of the Sun God here—the largest Maya jade carving ever found! Channel your inner Lara Croft as you stand where this treasure slept for centuries.
• Climb Like a King: Summit the Temple of the Masonry Altars. At the top, catch your breath while soaking in views of emerald jungle stretching to the horizon. Pro tip: Snap a shamelessly dramatic selfie—those ruins are 2,000 years old and still photogenic.
• Feels Like: Walking into a history textbook… if textbooks had howler monkeys heckling in the background.

🌮 12:00 PM – Feast Like a Maya (But Way Tastier)
Refuel with a Belizean lunch that’ll make your taste buds salsa. Think slow-cooked stew chicken, coconut rice, and plantains so sweet, they’ll make you question every sad banana you’ve ever eaten. Eat under a thatch palapa, where iguanas might photobomb your meal.

🦍 1:30 PM – Baboon Sanctuary: Howler Monkey Happy Hour

Spoiler: There are no baboons here. (Surprise! It’s all about black howler monkeys—Belize’s loudest, leafiest neighbors.) Wander into their turf with a local guide who speaks “monkey” better than Google Translate.

• Jungle Gossip: Spot families of howlers lounging like suburban dads in hammocks. Watch juveniles play tag in the treetops—it’s like a Disney movie, but with more armpit-sniffing.
• Eardrum Warning: When the alpha male lets out his signature roar (imagine a T-Rex with a megaphone), you’ll feel it in your bones. Don’t worry—it’s just his way of saying, “Sup, tourists?”
• Feels Like: A mix of Nat Geo documentary and comedy show. Pro tip: Tilt your head back slowly. Monkey pee rain isn’t as fun as it sounds.

Why This Duo Slaps Harder Than a Wet Howler

Altun Ha + Baboon Sanctuary = Culture & Cuteness Overload
Most tours make you choose between ruins or wildlife. Not us. This tag team lets you geek out over ancient astronomy and giggle at monkeys doing acrobatics—all before cocktail hour.

Nitty-Gritty Deets (Minus the Boring)

• 💰 Cost: only US165 adults and US95 Kids
  
• ⏳ Timeline: 5-6 hours of time-hopping bliss.
• 🚐 Included: AC transport, lunch, entry fees, and guides who’d win Jeopardy!: Maya Edition.

Pack Like a Pro:

• Altun Ha: Sturdy shoes (those steps are older than your grandma’s china).
• Baboon Sanctuary: Bug spray (mosquitoes here are ambitious).
• Both: A wide-brim hat and your “I’m not weird, I’m adventurous” energy.

“But Wait!” FAQs – Sorted

Q: Are the ruins wheelchair-friendly?
A: The main plaza is doable, but the temple climb? Think StairMaster meets ancient cardio. Chat with us—we’ll craft a plan!

Q: Will monkeys jump on me?
A: They’re shy celebs. You’ll get paparazzi-worthy pics, but no autographs.

Q: Cruise passenger?
Yep! We’re port-approved. Just book with your ship’s arrival time.

Booking Voodoo: No Fine Print, Just Fun

• Deposit Magic: Lock your spot with 30% deposit. The rest? Pay when you’re living your best jungle life.
• Group Guarantee: We roll with just 2 explorers. No “oops, canceled” nonsense.
• Early Bird Perk: Book 2+ months ahead, snag a free upgrade to a private tour for guests of 5 or more. Mic drop.

The Real Magic? It’s All Local.

Between Altun Ha’s whispered legends and the Baboon Sanctuary’s monkey mosh pits, you’ll realize this isn’t a tour—it’s a love letter to Belize. The guides? Born-and-raised legends who’ll share stories you won’t find on Wikipedia. The howlers? Unscripted, unfiltered, unforgettable.

Ready to Trade Wi-Fi for Wild?
Slots vanish faster than a howler spotting a papaya. Click “book now,” throw in that deposit, and let’s turn your day into a mashup of ancient wonder and primate pandemonium.

P.S. Caye Caulker/San Pedro crew: Grab the first water taxi or the local flight to the municipal airstrip (TZA). We’ll meet you on arrival with a quick stop for coffee. ☕️🐒

Planning a group adventure in Belize? The more friends, the merrier (and cheaper!) 💸
✅ 3-5 Adults: 5% OFF
✅ 6-9 Adults: 10% OFF
✅ 10+ Adults: 15% OFF
✨ PLUS: Free Lunch on ALL tours!

🔥 Exclusive Direct-Booking Perk: Discounts auto-apply at checkout! No codes needed.

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Community Baboon Sanctuary and Altun Ha Maya Ruins Tour departing Belize City, for guests from Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker and Cruises.

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