About this experience
If an active adventure in Belize is what you’re looking for, head underground to the Crystal Cave, located in Blue Hole National Park. An expert guide will take you spelunking (cave exploring) after a hike through the lush tropical forest amid a rugged limestone landscape. Inside, you will spot caverns adorned with crystalline formations, you’ll find artifacts—including pottery, beads and obsidian blades—from the ancient Maya, who considered the cave a sacred passageway to the underworld (known as Xibalba). Your day trip from San Ignacio includes lunch, a swim in the cooling waters of the inland Blue Hole and round-trip hotel transport.
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 8 years old
- It is recommended you bring comfortable clothing, long pants is mandatory, close-toed shoes, bug spray and a change of clothes. The pick up and drop off included is for hotels within San Ignacio town limits only. For other hotels, outside of San Ignacio, a surcharge applies.
Local guides to help you plan
Great Blue Hole Belize Guide
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Laughing Bird Caye National Park Guide
Plan a day at Laughing Bird Caye National Park from Placencia, Belize, with practical advice on boat trips, snorkeling, tour choices, costs, packing, and booking questions.
San Ignacio Travel Guide
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What is included
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio town limits
- Use of necessary equipment
- Lunch
- Bring Reusable water bottles
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off outside of San Ignacio town
Itinerary and highlights
You can explore Crystal Cave from 3 hours up to 5 hours of caving
After exploring the Crystal Cave, you end your day swimming and refreshing in the Blue Hole.
Meeting and pickup information
- Unit # 2 Inside The Belize Caving Expeditions Office
- we offer free Hotel pick up within San Ignacio Hotel Limits. we can do pick up outside San Ignacio town for an additional fee
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Belize Family Adventure
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 8 years old
- It is recommended you bring comfortable clothing, long pants is mandatory, close-toed shoes, bug spray and a change of clothes. The pick up and drop off included is for hotels within San Ignacio town limits only. For other hotels, outside of San Ignacio, a surcharge applies.
- Bring reusable Water bottle
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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