Travel Budget for San Ignacio

Cayo District, Belize
Central America / Belize /

How much does it cost to travel to San Ignacio?

How much money will you need for your trip to San Ignacio? You should plan to spend around BZ$115 ($57) per day on your vacation in San Ignacio, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, BZ$33 ($16) on meals for one day and BZ$5.00 ($2.47) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in San Ignacio for a couple is BZ$60 ($30). So, a trip to San Ignacio for two people for one week costs on average BZ$1,612 ($797). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    BZ$115
  • One Week Per person
    BZ$806
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    BZ$1,612
  • One Month Per person
    BZ$3,453
  • One Week For a couple
    BZ$1,612
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    BZ$3,223
  • One Month For a couple
    BZ$6,907
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A vacation to San Ignacio for one week usually costs around BZ$806 for one person. So, a trip to San Ignacio for two people costs around BZ$1,612 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs BZ$3,223 in San Ignacio. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in San Ignacio can often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.



How expensive is San Ignacio?

How much does a trip to San Ignacio cost? Is San Ignacio expensive? The average San Ignacio trip cost is broken down by category here. All of these San Ignacio prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.

While meal prices in San Ignacio can vary, the average cost of food in San Ignacio is BZ$33 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in San Ignacio should cost around BZ$13 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in San Ignacio is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.

The cost of a taxi ride in San Ignacio is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent BZ$5 per person, per day, on local transportation in San Ignacio.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    BZ$30
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    BZ$60
  • Food2 Meals for one day
    BZ$33
  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    BZ$6.80
  • Local Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    BZ$5.00
  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    BZ$160
  • Tips and Handouts1 For guides or service providers
    BZ$17
  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    BZ$27
Flights to San Ignacio

How much does it cost to go to San Ignacio? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend SkyScanner or Kayak because they can find the best deals across all of the airlines.




Typical tour prices for San Ignacio

How much do tours to San Ignacio cost? Multi-day tours can often be an effecient way to see the highlights of a country or region.

  • G Adventures Adventure and cultural tours
    16 days
    $ 1150
    ($72/day)
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So you want a tropical getaway, but also don't want to lay around with nothing to do. You want an adventure! You want relaxation and exploration.

You want to visit the small town of San Ignacio, Belize.

This section of the Cayo region is really more of a jungle than a typical Belize beach getaway. Located close the ancient Mayan ruins on the western and inland side of Belize, this town is most popular for its many outdoor adventures including hiking, climbing, and caving!
Sights
With sprawling jungles and miles of coastline there is never a shortage of things to see in San Ignacio.

One of the most popular attractions is the ancient Mayan town of Xunantunich. This 9th century Mayan ruin is set on a hilltop overlooking the Mopan River. Be sure to wear good shoes as you tour the 25 temples and palaces. Also, keep your eyes out for the elusive howler monkeys.

Another main Mayan attraction is Cahal Pech. Meaning "Place of the ticks," these ruins were abandoned around 800 AD. While there, visit the indoor museum to see ancient artifacts, a map of the area and an overview of the history of the ruins. Unlike Xunantunich, Cahal Pech is relatively flat, but reaching the site requires travelling up a steep hill. If you are not in good shape, you will want to drive. Be sure to admire the stunning view of San Ignacio while up there.

The largest ruin in Belize is also the most unexcavated. Caracol often feels more like a national park than a ruin. Stroll the lands and be sure to stop in at Ca'ana, the place of the sky. This is the biggest and most massive temple in the Mayan world. This is definitely worth a visit.

One of San Ignacio's rarest delicacies is their "bamboo chicken." You may know it as iguana. Yes, in Belize they eat their iguanas at certain times of the month. No, this is not a recommendation to try iguana. Because of this rare treat, iguanas in this area are endangered. This has lead to great conservation efforts including the family-friendly Green Iguana Hatchery. Here you can watch the lifecycle of the iguana and learn more about the continuation iguana protection.

For more fun with wildlife, make a stop at the Tropical Wings Nature Center. This eco-center features interactive exhibits about birds, ants, plants and the Ancient Maya. Outdoors there is an area where butterflies are raised from eggs to pupae. There is also a medicinal plant garden with natural remedies used by the locals.

Activities
San Ignacio is an outdoor-lover's dream come true. With activities like horseback riding, bicycling, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, bird watching and more available to visitors, there's no chance you'll get bored here. Many tours will cover whatever you're looking for.

The entirety of Belize is known for its caves. No Belizean vacation adventure would be complete without a caving expedition. Barton Creek Cave is a single-passage stream cave meaning you explore it from a canoe. Expect to spend an hour or so paddling along this ancient Mayan waterway. As you travel inside this mountain, tour guides will point out skulls and artifacts, and the high ceilings and cathedral chambers are the perfect spot for stunning photographs.

The Macal River is ideal spot for a relaxing endeavor. Grab a canoe and leisurely paddle down the river as you spot wildlife and escape civilization. Stay out for the evening to experience true peace and quiet.

Another popular vacation activity is shopping. The San Ignacio's Farmers Market is a great spot to pick up anything from fruits and vegetables to jewelry and clothes. Take a moment to look around and witness the locals interacting and appreciate this true melting pot.
Food and Dining
This tourist-popular region offers restaurant serving all tastes. For some local flavors, order dishes influenced by the Mestizo, Mayan or Garifuna cultures. You can also find the tastes of India, China, and America in any of the popular downtown restaurants.

Transportation
The roads in the town of San Ignacio are completely walker friendly and actually quite enjoyable. If you plan on traveling outside the city, join a tour group, ride a bus or drive your own car. While buses run frequently from San Ignacio, they are not the quickest form of transportation. Take them if you want the true Belizean experience, but otherwise, take a cab.


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase.

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