Benque Viejo Del Carmen is a small town located on the outskirts of the Guatemalan border in Belize. It is frequently visited by travelers looking to head towards Guatemala or entering Belize from the neighboring country.
If you're taking a trip to the border town of Benque, buses and taxis are available for hire. But if you'd like a quick trip, a shuttle can make that process a lot easier.
A private transfer service gives you and your friends a few benefits including:
- comfort of having pitstops for restroom or food
- privacy for you and your group
- ability to customize your trip and stop at any time
- social distancing compared to public bus
- personalized service from a local guide
In order to get to Benque Viejo, you'll have to pass San Ignacio which has lush vegetation alongside the highway. Upon arriving Benque Viejo, you're greeted by Mopan River to your right. The colors are spectacular when it's not raining with a turquoise color at times.
Most itineraries in the area includes a trip to Xunantunich which is a couple of minutes away from Benque Viejo Del Carmen. If you enjoy small villages, this might be the perfect base for your day exploration of Xunantunich.
If you spend more time in Benque, other activities in the area include visiting El Pilar, Benque House of Culture and even visiting the ancient Mayan Ruin of Tikal in Guatemala.
