We booked this excursion through Mariposa Jungle Lodge, and the Mariposa Tours, Ltd did a fantastic job of transport, guiding and lunch. Our guide Darwin was very knowledgeable, interesting and ente… Full review by Luv2TravelFarNWide
Jan 19, 2025
A very large site with ruins that can be climbed, however the steps are quite high and can be challenging if you don’t have long legs (like me). Great views from the top and certainly an achievement… Full review by dianecF4171YR
Jan 11, 2025
We visited in January 2025. It had been raining heavily for a couple of days but the road was passable with a 2x4 jeep, although the final steep hill (about 2km before the site) was a real struggle. … Full review by 550junglef
I would like to visit Caracol in August but we do not have a 4wheeldrive (SUV). Do you think that would be a problem.
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Don’t try it—it rains in August and if you get caught in a flash storm you won’t make it there or back. You’ll be stranded with no cell reception and no other cars on the road. I had a …
Don’t try it—it rains in August and if you get caught in a flash storm you won’t make it there or back. You’ll be stranded with no cell reception and no other cars on the road. I had a 4x4 and I still got stuck in the mud twice during a storm. Rent a 4x4 or hire a tour guide to drive you (most of them drive 4x4 pickup trucks for a reason).
Any place for a large group of folks to get lunch near the ruins?
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The location is so remote that there is nothing close by. You’re literally in the middle of the jungle. No gas stations, no markets, no settlements (a couple of army/ranger training bases …
The location is so remote that there is nothing close by. You’re literally in the middle of the jungle. No gas stations, no markets, no settlements (a couple of army/ranger training bases somewhat close by). Bring food and water, and enjoy the picnic cause it’s a beautiful area to relax and eat.
hi, how much time do we need to explore the site: let's say from 9.00 am onwards? Is it possible to drive in? do we leave cars outside? My plan is: San Ignacio->Caracol-> 3 hours( enough?) ->rio frio (1 hour max)--> rio on Pool ( 1 hr ) -> 1000 ft falls( 30 min there)- big rock Falls ( 1 hr) -San Ignacio Pleas let me know if this is possible in 1 day - we will have a 4x4 car :)
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You want at least 2 hours at Caracol and should give yourself 2.5 hours to get there from San Ignacio. The road leads right to the site and it's a short walk from the parking lot. This is all …
You want at least 2 hours at Caracol and should give yourself 2.5 hours to get there from San Ignacio. The road leads right to the site and it's a short walk from the parking lot. This is all technically doable in a day, but it would be a long one.
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