Altun Ha or Xunantunich?

[CDNJehn]

I've been looking at the reviews on the boards against the excursions offered by our ship. Wondering if anyone has been to both ruins and can comment on which they preferred? From the photos I've seen Xunantunich looks more impressive, but it seems most people go to Altun Ha. Thanks!

[suewill444]

There is a third ruins in Belize that you can tour. It is called Lamanai. I have been to Altun Ha....while it is very nice, I have booked my family to go on the Lamania tour next month. Everything i have read about Lamanai is that it is beautiful and not to be missed.

Have a look at Lamanai too before you decide.

[wdowns9]

Been to both of these impressive sites, just take a look then decide:

we are going to Altun Ha in Jan as we've run out of ruins to visit:

 

http://wdowns9.smugmug.com/Travel/Lamanai/6971590_4qGBV#446235325_7jNS5

http://wdowns9.smugmug.com/Travel/Xunantunich-Ruins/3434004_FSUYS#192547985_DBVXF

[diane.in.ny]

It's really a toss up but if I had to vote it would be for Xunantunich

[2112]

Xunantunich is more impressive than Altun Ha. It is higher, prettier and less crowded. You also cross a river via an interesting crank ferry. From the top you can see into Guatemala. I would rate the ruins you can visit on a cruise ship day as follows:

 

1. Lamanai

2. Xunantunich

3. Altun Ha

4. Cahal Pech

 

You can see pictures of all of them on my website:

 

http://www.pbase.com/2112/belize

[Shekim]

thanks wdowns9 for the photos. That helped make up my mind. I cound't decide between the 2 but after looking at your photos we will book Xunantunich. Awesome pics...I can't wait to see that in person now.

 

and 2112, I just looked at your photos as well. You have been to all the sites. Still like Xunantunich ther best. Thanks all for sharing!

[Lawless1973]

Did you book you Xunantunich through the cruise line or privately? If privately, who did you use?

[SlickAndRave]

Wow - what great info! We're going on 12/5 amd I'm thinking of booking the XUNANTUNICH MAYAN RUINS as well... what a great resource! :)

[RCI_FADM_76]

Been to both of these impressive sites, just take a look then decide:

we are going to Altun Ha in Jan as we've run out of ruins to visit:

 

http://wdowns9.smugmug.com/Travel/Lamanai/6971590_4qGBV#446235325_7jNS5

http://wdowns9.smugmug.com/Travel/Xunantunich-Ruins/3434004_FSUYS#192547985_DBVXF

 

Great photos...we'll be down there in February and am trying to decide on a ruins tour. I think, as well, we are leaning toward Xunantunich.