Caves Branch River Kayaking Tour from Belize City

4.8
(443 reviews)
Belize City, Belize

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Step into the ancient Mayan underworld on a journey once reserved for sacred ceremonies. Our expert guides will lead you through the lush rainforest to the Nohoch Chen cave network, where you'll paddle your own kayak through crystalline river systems and awe-inspiring limestone chambers.

This unique adventure includes all necessary gear: headlights, helmets, and life jackets—as you explore hidden caverns, swim in pristine waters, and learn about the local flora and history of this mystical subterranean realm.

What's Included

Professional licensed river guide
Pickup and drop-off at Belize City hotels, cruise port (FSTV Terminal 1), and water taxi terminals
Kayak portage service (kayaks transported to the river put-in by staff)
Single or tandem sit-on-top kayak, paddles, PFDs (life vests), and helmets with lights
Bottled water (guests must bring their own reusable water bottles)
Lunch (available for purchase on-site, approx. $10 USD cash)
Alcoholic Beverages (available to purchase)
Shoe rental
Gratuities for tour guides and drivers

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

we pick up at the Belize Marine Terminal for guest arriving from Caye Caulker and San Pedro Ambergris Caye, we also pickup at Belize city hotels. For cruisers, Once your ship visits the Belize City Port or FSTV, enjoy this tour. Tour starts 1.5 hours after the ship is in port. we have a van and guides for
your ship, come ashore very early, get a early tender ticket and come ashore early and enjoy this unbelizable adventure. cruise ships stay 4 miles offshore, the cruise provides boat shuttle tenders guest to shore. the tenders start at 7:45, there are 6 tenders each carrying 200 passengers going back and forth from ship to shore during the first hour. the tender boats are then reduced to 2 going through out the rest of the day. so its vital to get a early tender ticket, Come ashore early. near shore you will see the lighthouse, the terminal buildings housing giftshops. proceed to terminal 1 and go thru the terminal to the EXIT where street side you will see us in RED shirts and holding the V.i.V sign

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Meeting point

Cruisers, the Tour starts 1.5 hours after the cruise arrives in port. V.i.V. will meet you at the EXIT of Terminal 1 , street side, . V.i.V. Guest staying in Belize City Hotels, we pick you up at the hotel. Island guest we meet you at the Belize Marine Terminal

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience an unforgettable journey through the ancient Nohoch Che’en cave network. Led by expert guides, you will hike a 20-minute rainforest trail before paddling your kayak through both the popular lower chambers and the exclusive, crystal-clear upper caverns of the Caves Branch River. This adventure offers the unique opportunity to explore hidden subterranean formations, swim in pristine waters, and witness areas of the cave system rarely seen by other visitors. Designed with cruise passengers in mind, our tours are perfectly timed to your ship’s arrival, ensuring you have ample time to experience this natural wonder and return to port on schedule. We have been safely guiding guests since 2012. Reserve your spot today for an authentic Belizean adventure.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We pick up at FSTV cruise port, Terminal One Exit, street side, San Pedro Express water taxi, hotels
  • A moderate amount of hiking is involved
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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