About this experience
Embark on the ultimate Belize cave tubing and crystal cave expedition—a thrilling journey blending heart-pumping adventure, sacred Maya mystique, and pristine jungle landscapes. Designed for travelers seeking an authentic, uncrowded experience, our tours prioritize small groups with dedicated, attentive guiding. Your guide handles all the heavy lifting so you can relax, explore freely, and enjoy seamless one-on-one attention throughout the day.
Trek beneath the dense rainforest canopy to enter subterranean caverns where limestone walls shimmer with natural crystals. Drift along winding underground rivers in your tube before stepping into the sacred Crystal Cave—a revered Maya underworld (Xibalba) hiding thousand-year-old ceremonial pottery and untouched relics. After uncovering these ancient secrets with your expert guide, cap off your expedition with a swim and an optional cliff dive into the refreshing depths of a secluded sapphire-blue cenote before a smooth, worry-free return.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
Cave Tubing in Belize Guide
Plan a Belize cave-tubing day with practical advice on Nohoch Che’en, guided tours, costs, weather, safety equipment, mobility considerations, and St. Herman’s Cave.
What is included
- Altun Ha Archaeological Reserve and Cave Tubing national park entry fees
- Round-trip transport by air-conditioned van from Belize City
- Cave tubing safety gear (inner tube, life vest, helmet, and waterproof headlamp)
- Port pickup and drop-off at Belize City FSTV cruise terminal and local hotels
- Professional licensed English-speaking driver and interpretive guid
Not included
- We can provide Tamales only if requested in advance. Kindly text, message up or email us to request in advance and not from the day before
- Water shoe rentals and waterproof dry bags (available on-site for rent)
- Gratuities for driver and tubing guides (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
Trade the jungle heat for the cool subterranean currents of Belize’s sacred river caves. Upon arrival at the reserve base, you will be outfitted with high-powered headlamps, safety helmets, and life jackets. A gentle, shaded 20-minute walk beneath the rainforest canopy brings you to the crystal-clear Caves Branch River launch site.
Settle into your heavy-duty tube and drift into cathedral-like limestone caverns. As your guide expertly steers through the gentle currents, beam your headlamp across soaring ceilings adorned with glistening stalactites, towering stalagmites, and shimmering mineral curtains. Learn how the ancient Maya revered these subterranean river passages as Xibalba—the sacred entrance to the underworld where priests performed sacred rituals to appease the rain gods. After navigating through glowing dark chambers and hidden water passages, you will emerge into the sunny, tropical open river for a relaxing float back to the base facilities.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up and meet at the hotel in Belize city or ladyville. We pick up at the FSTV port outside of terminal one, for cruise ship passengers. Meet guide 45 to 60 minutes after ship anchors. We pick up at the water taxi terminal (San Pedro Belize Express) at the pickup zone.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Explore Belize Caves
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- To participate you must be 40 inches in height and more.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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We pick up at the FSTV port outside of terminal one, for cruise ship passengers. Meet guide 45 to 60 minutes after ship anchors.
We pick up at the water taxi terminal (San Pedro Belize Express) at the pickup zone.
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