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Cave Tubing Odyssey in Belize City: An Excursion through Mayan History and Lush Rainforests
4.9
29 Ratings
Hattieville
Embark on a thrilling cave tubing adventure in Belize City, exploring Mayan history and lush rainforests. Discover the mystical cave of Xibalba and witness stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
Embark on a thrilling cave tubing adventure in Belize City, exploring Mayan history and lush rainforests. Discover the mystical cave of Xibalba and witness stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Nohoch Che’en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve - Nohoch Cheʼen, also commonly known as Caves Branch, is the number one visited archaeological reserve in Belize, consisting of a network of limestone caves where we cave tubing in guided comfort. A Lunch stop at Fu Wi Flavaz restaurant for a food tasting experience of Belize local cuisine. We pick…
- Nohoch Che’en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve - Nohoch Cheʼen, also commonly known as Caves Branch, is the number one visited archaeological reserve in Belize, consisting of a network of limestone caves where we cave tubing in guided comfort. A Lunch stop at Fu Wi Flavaz restaurant for a food tasting experience of Belize local cuisine. We pick you up in air conditioned comfort, provide all equipment and even carry your tubes for a hands free hike thorough the lush rain forest. The Mayan’s used the caves as part of their elaborate religious rituals. They called the caves XIBALBA or “HELL”. These cave systems boasts beautiful stalactites, stalagmites and stunning crystal pillars. As the adventure gently gets underway your guide will navigate down the refreshing cave branch river through the mystical cave of Xibalba as the Mayan did centuries ago only this is cooler in an inner tube. Your guide will ensure that you get to see all the spectacular areas of the caves, the awesome acts of nature buried deep within.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Authentic Belizean Lunch with a drink at our sister restaurant Fu Wi Flavaz
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All cave tubing gear, hands-free hike guaranteed
- Private transportation
- Authentic Belizean Lunch with a drink at our sister restaurant Fu Wi Flavaz
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All cave tubing gear, hands-free hike guaranteed
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not in the Belize City area incur an additional cost)
- Alcoholic beverages
- park fees and taxes, Nohoch Che’en
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not in the Belize City area incur an additional cost)
- Alcoholic beverages
- park fees and taxes, Nohoch Che’en
Additional Information
Are you looking for a personable adventure to explore Belize’s number one inland adventure? cave tubing at the Nohoch Che’en Archaeological Reserve also knows as the Caves Branch or Jaguar Paw. We pick you up in air conditioned comfort, provide all equipment and even carry your tubes for a hands free hike thorough the lush rain forest. The Mayan’s used…
Are you looking for a personable adventure to explore Belize’s number one inland adventure? cave tubing at the Nohoch Che’en Archaeological Reserve also knows as the Caves Branch or Jaguar Paw. We pick you up in air conditioned comfort, provide all equipment and even carry your tubes for a hands free hike thorough the lush rain forest. The Mayan’s used the caves as part of their elaborate religious rituals. They called the caves XIBALBA or ‘HELL’. These cave systems boasts beautiful stalactites, stalagmites and stunning crystal pillars. As the adventure gently gets underway your guide will navigate down the refreshing cave branch river through the mystical cave of Xibalba as the Mayan did centuries ago only this is cooler in an inner tube. Your guide will ensure that you get to see all the spectacular areas of the caves, the awesome acts of nature buried deep within.
Location
Fu Wi Flavaz
Fu Wi Flavaz is located at Mile 19 on the George Price Highway and is our office/hub nearer to Belize City
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(29 Ratings)
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Lightpacker258835
Aug 28, 2025
Cave tubing was Awesome! - My husband and I stopped in Belize on a recent cruise and I was looking for a private tour for cave tubing so we could go at our own (rather slow) pace. I was so Happy to find Cave Tubing R Us (small family business) that checked all of my boxes (private tour, pick up at the port, no carrying tubes, finishing the tube tour close to the car, traditional lunch). Antwan (spelling?) was waiting for us as soon as we got off the tender (even though our ship docked an hour late) and drove us to the Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Reserve (Caves Branch) while giving us a little bit of the history of the area on the way. Cave tubing is really the experience not to be missed in Belize and Antwan was a Wonderful guide! There is about a 30 minute walk through the rain forest and the river to get to the cave. While the surroundings are Beautiful and the walk is on relatively flat ground, the surface of the ground and the river is covered in large smooth stones that make the walk unsteady at times and somewhat challenging. The reviews are exactly right when they advise wearing solid soled shoes (crocs or crocs sandals with backs are a perfect choice; not water shoes). Sadly, the walk to the cave proved to be too difficult for my husband so he stayed behind in a nice shady spot while I adventured. I enjoyed the walk with Antwan who was great company, and the tubing through the cave is Amazing and effortless once you are there (not for Antwan who was working all the way through guiding my tube while explaining everything along the way!) The water is just the right temperature, feeling great on a hot day, and tubing your way for about an hour through a cave and then back through the rain forest on your way out is completely an Awesome experience! We stopped for lunch on the way back to the ship at the family’s very rustic picnic-type restaurant where our plates were ready for us when we arrived. We were happy to have a traditional Belizean meal (chicken, coconut rice and beans) which was spicy and delicious. We did not choose to go zip-lining, but would have had time to add that option if we had wanted. Antwan got us back to the dock for our tender and we were back on the ship long before final boarding time. Wonderful day in Belize!
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Jim_h
May 26, 2025
Awesome, Can’t be Better - Wonderful Belizean guide through and through. Owners are a family who take great pride in their country. Positivity, energy, hospitality—all first rate. Antwan (Antoine? forgive spelling) is an adult son of the family and is a true guide—activity, culture, conversation. We had 8 on our tour, from kids to grands, and I can’t imagine a better guide.
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James_m
Mar 22, 2025
Merrill x 15 - Such a wonderful time with Antwon, he worked so hard to keep all 15 of us happy and educated. We even went and had local lunch we all devoured!
All ages loved this! We would recommend doing this 100%.
The walk to the cave is long for someone who has trouble walking, but it is absolutely beautiful!
We really really enjoyed this adventure!!!!
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M874xawendyc
Mar 21, 2025
Highlight of our trip! - So… much fun, our guide Antuane was incredibly knowledgeable and made the trip so much fun, especially for the kids! He kept them engaged with interesting facts and humor, making it both educational and entertaining. Highly recommend!
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Andrewjm1118ax
Feb 9, 2025
Well worth it. Fun for the whole family - Tour guide was great knowledgeable he knew the area and history. The cave system was amazing, and the body surfing afterwards a hit.
Lunch was delicious and a complimentary soda was on point
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Ryancc5815iu
Feb 7, 2025
Best Tubing Day! - Standout experience with David! He greeted us with a smile and a sign with our reservation name. He shared facts about town and our upcoming cave adventure as we drove to the site. We stopped for refreshments and snacks at a gas station halfway through the drive. When we arrived at Nohoch Ch’een, the cave site, our guide led us on a less than 1 mile hike to our tubes and the water’s edge of the cave opening. Our group sat, and David swam us into the dark. I won’t spoil it, but we had an amazing experience here! After we exited the cave, we floated along past other tours who had to end their journey there and begin walking back. We continued floating back through to the end, to our shorter walk back. All that adventure makes one hungry, so David drove us to our lunch spot where we were greeted by a complimentary delicious meal, water, and soda. I would absolutely recommend this excursion. David was humorous, informative, and infused his energy into the day.
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N2563jhhollys
Dec 30, 2024
Best Day Ever! - This tour was recommended to us by friends that had used them before. We spent the day with Antwan, the owners son. He was an extraordinary guide. He was extremely friendly and kept us laughing and talking all day. We felt very safe, he knows the area and knows everyone! We drove out to the caves and he guided us exactly to the river, telling about the rainforest, and all the extras. We didn’t have to carry our tubes on the 15-20 min walk to the river or carry them back, which was really nice!! The float through the cave is about 45 minutes, and he had our floats chained together and guided us expertly through the caves. while talking and telling us all about the structures inside and the history of the cave. We even saw bats! Coming out of the caves, as we floated down the river, our rope snapped! Antwan was a professional, he kept us all together and no one tipped or fell out. He was amazing. He really wanted us to have a great experience and keep us all safe and it showed. On the way back, we stopped for lunch at his parents restaurant and had the most amazing food we have had in a long time. It was neat to meet his family and hear about their culture and country. It will be impossible to beat this excursion on our ten day cruise. We definitely highly recommend this tour!!!
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Janice_s
Oct 21, 2024
Amazing excursion - BOOK THIS NOW!!! We had the most amazing experience with this company! There were 9 in our group, ranging from teens to adult. We were picked up at the Cruise ship port, taken to our Cave tubing, and then served an amazing lunch. After, we were given a little private tour, they took us to stores and then back to the ship with plenty of time. You would t regret booking this!
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Rhonda_b
Oct 14, 2024
Everything we expected, great experience - We had an amazing time cave tubing. Antuane was our guide. He was very patient with us. My 63 year old mother required some assistance and crossing the river and getting into her tube. Antuane was great. We got a tour of the area, learned a lot about the history. Antuane stopped and took pictures at popular spots as we requested Before we went to Nohoch Che’en we stopped at Fu Wi Flavaz and caught our fish that the chef, Melissa prepared for our lunch. The hike was a pleasant but consider your footwear before going. We had on swim shoes and our feet hurt going over the rocks. The cave was nice and cool. Antuane was very knowledgeable and pointed out a lot of formations. There are bats in the cave but they don’t bother you. The waterfalls are cold. It’s really a hassle free experience
The food at Fu Wi Flavaz was AMAZING. Great flavor, plated well, large portions. Melissa is super sweet and helpful.
You won’t regret taking this excursion.
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Sherry_f
Feb 14, 2025
Cave tubing Belize. - There were pros and cons. I booked this because there were several good reviews so I am leaving a review for other people to know what we experienced.
Pros: lunch was delicious, tubing was fun, guide was knowledgeable.
Cons: air conditioning in van was not working so the drive to the tubing location and back to the airport were very uncomfortable. The guide was smoking “something” (definitely smelled like marijuana) right before we were getting in the tubes to go into the cave. I know this is more common now and it would not bother some but we felt is was unprofessional and we were not comfortable with it. Especially since the guide was also the driver.
Tip: take your filled water bottle with you, we were thirsty after the tubing and we forgot to bring our own water. Drinks were only provided with lunch.
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