Temple of the Jaguar — Attraction in Orange Walk District

Temple of the Jaguar is the first Mayan ruin that we saw at Lamanai. It will always be the first Mayan Temple that I have seen! It's very interesting to learn about this specific temple which is dedicated to the large species of cat, 3 of which are still in the vicinity! The large grassy area in front of the temple makes for great pictures of this structure. The trip to get to Lamanai is a little long, but...

It was a moderate hike to the top of this step pyramid. My husband and I both have leg problems, but we're able to make it. Take your time and use your hands to pull you up. If you have gloves, it can help as the steps get quite hot during the day. A walking stick could also be useful if you need some stability. The view from the top is...

What a beautiful stop on the Lamanai Tour. We did this stop last and it was a nice finish to a glorious day exploring the mayan ruins. Specifically in the Temple of the Jaguar area we heard eerie sounds of the howler monkeys and saw them too. It was incredible. We really enjoyed our time at Lamanai! Definitely a must...