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Overview

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6 hours

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Barton Creek Cave is a stream cave located near San Ignacio in the Cayo District. It was used by ancient Mayan people for ceremonial purposes and it was discovered in 1970 and studied by archeologists in 1998.

As you enter Barton creek, you will enjoy the scenery of the Mennonite Community and their traditional lifestyle.

During the tour you will see sparkling crystal formation and learn about the Mayan history, archaeology and geology.

The tour consists of exploring 1 mile of the massive 4.5 long cave which is yet to be discovered.

San Ignacio Butterfly Farm @ Midas Belize is on a 30 acre private reserve in San Ignacio Town with the Macal River. The wildlife entails of a Butterfly Farm and Trails where you will see Agouti's, Iguanas, Otters, Gibnats, wildcats, Grey Fox and over 60 species of Birds Toucans, Quetzal, Hummingbird

MINIMUM 2 person required

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum 2 person

Please disclose honestly all pre-existing relevant medical conditions accurately and fully when booking a tour or service, which may impact your ability to participate or travel to remote areas without access to medical facilities or may adversely affect the experience of others on your tour. We will maintain your information in accordance to the company privacy policy.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Lunch is provided for full day tours which includes fruits and Belizean cuisine.

Canoe, Head Lamp, Life Jacket and Helmets

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Venus Hotel

29 Burns Avenue, San Ignacio Belize

Midas Belize

Branch Mouth Road, San Ignacio Belize

Maya Bella Downtown Hotel

36 Burns Avenue San Ignacio Belize

What To Expect

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Barton Creek Cave

The Barton Creek Tour is one of the most relaxing canoe experiences where you will travel inside an ancient waterway canopied by cathedral ceilings as you observe numerous formations of stalagmites and stalactites. This tour is a full day tour that usually start at 9am. Depending on the amount of guests per tour an earlier time can be set. Things to know: MINIMUM 2 person Dress comfortable Est. time of tour: Approx. 4-8hrs Height: 40 in (minimum) Tour Package includes: Tour of Barton Creek and Butterfly Farm Admission fee Use of Equipment Lunch, refreshments & fruit bowl Towel Things to Bring: Sun Screen Bug Spray Camera Extra Clothes to change Sturdy walking shoe

3 hours • Admission Included
2

Branch Mouth

San Ignacio Butterfly Farm @ Midas Belize is on a 30 acre private reserve in San Ignacio Town with the Macal River. The wildlife entails of a Butterfly Farm and Trails where you will see Agouti's, Iguanas, Otters, Gibnats, wildcats, Grey Fox and over 60 species of Birds Toucans, Quetzal, Hummingbird

2 hours • Admission Included

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Barton Creek Cave & Butterfly Farm

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  • A magical day

    Karla W,

    Oct 30, 2023

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Such an amazing day. Our guide Rudy was awesome. We learned so much about the Mayan traditions. The cave exploring was incredible, something I have always wanted to do. The butterfly farm was just magical.

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