About this experience
Here, you will experience the essence of a meditative ambiance as you paddle on a canoe through an underground cave system as the sound of paddle on the peaceful waters harmonizes with your heartbeat. Your visit will include paddling canoes along an ancient Maya waterway inside the mountain.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
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Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Barton Creek Cave Guide
Plan a relaxed underground canoe trip at Barton Creek Cave near San Ignacio, Belize. Learn what the experience is like, how long to allow, what to pack, road conditions, costs, and safety essentials.
What is included
- Canoe, paddle, life vest, spot light,
- Snacks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bring Reusable water bottles
Itinerary and highlights
Depart San Ignacio at 9:00am with an hour drive through a traditional Mennonite community. Parking lot is just two minutes from the starting point. you just have to paddle five minutes to enter the cave, with a gently paddle inside the cave you start observing culture remains and the beautiful cave formation. while paddling the guide talks about the rituals and ceremony the Mayas did inside the cave. reach to a point where the canoe cannot continue and we exit the cave same way we enter, we spend two hours inside the cave.
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Meeting and pickup information
- We are located on #46 Burns Avenue, San Ignacio; Unit 2
- free Hotel pick up within San Ignacio Town Limits and outside San Ignacio for an additional fee
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Belize Caving Expeditions
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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