Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio
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An adventurous full day starts with a 15 minute drive from your hotel in San Ignacio to Xunantunich.
After exploring & climbing El Castillo and rest of the Maya site you will then be driving (approx 1.5hrs) to 'Jaguar Paw' where you will enjoy lunch before getting your cave tubing gear before hiking (approx 20 - 30 mins depending on your pace) to the starting point of the cave tubing tour.
Go cave tubing, through the crystalline water of this underground system and enjoy a relaxing tubing adventure.
(This tour may be affected by seasonal rains - flash floods, so your tour may be susceptible to changes only during extremely wet days)
(lunch is sometimes home made packed lunch (especially for special dietary needs) OR lunch at a local restaurant at 'Jaguar Paw')
Private tours can be arranged.
Shared tours can be only 2 of you, if you are the only 2ppl for this tour date (rarely 6 or 8ppl) Families/groups larger than 5ppl automatically get private tour)
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
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Level of fitness required: moderate
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
ALL PARTICiPANTS must be 40inches and taller to be able to participate in the cave tubing tour wherever applicable
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking: vegan/vegetarian/gluten free
using the Special Requirements field-Please inform us if you or any guests are non-swimmers,
Things to bring: a COMPLETE change of clothes, sunscreen and insect repellent
EXTRA FEE for any pickup & drop off to: mystic river resort/GAIA/Blancaneaux/Hidden valley/Black Rock/Sweet Songs/Table Rock/Monkey falls/Mahogany hall/parrots nest + a few more. FEE varies as per location of resort
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
all entrance fees, cave tubing equipment, water, lunch
small group tours
Hotel pickup and drop-off (within San Ignacio)
Alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, gratuities
pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE of San Ignacio Town (contact us to confirm availability)
Gratuities
p/up NOT included: GAIA, Blancaneaux, Hidden Valley, BLACK ROCK, sweet songs, Mahogany hall, alianas
not included: Monkey falls TABLE rock CRYSTAL paradise Villa cayo MYSTIC RIVER Mariposa MACAW BANK,
not included: any other accommodation 5+ miles outside san ignacio town
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Xunantunich
Our guide will meet you at your hotel in San Ignacio Town and drive approx. 20 mins. to Xunantunich for a guided tour of approx. 1- or 2-hours of the site. Once the tour is finished we'll drive approx. 1.5 hrs to Nohoch Che'en Caves aka ''Jaguar Paw'' where you will enjoy your delicious home made lunch.
Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve
Enjoy an approx 1hr drive from Xunantunich to Cave tubing park, where you will enjoy a belizean lunch and thereAfter pickup the tubing gear and walk for 30 mins to the starting point for cave tubing. This activity will last between 2 to 3-hours. Depending on your time, interests and level of fitness you may explore and swim in a fascinating cave within the cave system (your guide will let you know if conditions are save to leave the river to explore such area). At the end of cave tubing you will be able to change off your wet clothes and we'll drive back to San Ignacio which will take us approx. 1.5-hour.
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Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio
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Reviews
246 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Go! Fun, adventurous & educational.
Vacation54407236138,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience climbing the temple & then cave tubing. Our guide Edeoni with Mayan Walks Tours brought both sites to life with information & stories about Mayan culture. Both so beautiful. One of the best travel experiences I’ve had in my 68 years!
Alberto was great fun!
Ashley F,
Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Review Our guide Alberto was so fun to hang out with during our trip! He made the cave tubing extra fun and an experience I will remember for a lifetime! It rained during the Mayan ruins tour and he was a trooper about the weather and was super safe about how slippery it could get. He took amazing photos as well!
722toddw,
Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Xunantunich, Cave Tubing & Cave Jumping – An Unforgettable Day with Jose From start to finish, our day with Jose was nothing short of amazing. He’s not just a guide—he’s a storyteller, historian, and all-around legend who made every moment unforgettable. We kicked things off at the ancient Maya city of Xunantunich, crossing the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry before heading up to the site. Climbing El Castillo was the highlight—sweeping views over Belize and Guatemala, hidden carvings, and stories of Maya life brought vividly to life by Jose’s passion and knowledge. Next, we headed to Nohoch Che’en Reserve for cave tubing—and the adventure ramped up. After a scenic jungle hike with Jose pointing out wildlife and sharing local lore, we floated through vast underground caverns, past waterfalls, Maya artifacts, and stunning limestone formations. The atmosphere was surreal and serene. Then came the adrenaline rush—cave jumping! Leaping off the rocks into the cool underground river was the perfect thrill to top off the day’s adventures. From ancient ruins to jungle rivers, Jose made it all unforgettable with his humor, insight, and heart. If you go—ask for Jose. You’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime.
Great Company with Great Staff
AJ-Konopaski,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an awesome company! We were on our honeymoon and did the Xunantunich and cave tubing tour. Pre-tour they were very easy to communicate with and accommodating to our schedule. As for our tour, our host Jose was EXCELLENT. He was very friendly and knowledgeable during our tour, which greatly added to the overall experience. His passion for his culture was obvious and his fun nature made for a fun day. They even provided a pickup from our hotel as well as a taxi back to Belize City. I highly recommend!!
A must do!
Jessica M,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing! Such a great tour! Jose was such a great guide! He was so knowledgeable, friendly, and funny! The Xunantunich temple was beautiful and tubing through the caves was so much fun. Bring sunblock, bug spray, and water.
Great tour guides
guyl535,
Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carla and Jose were fantastic. Carla was a wealth of knowledge of Mayan history. Jose was funny and good natured and safety minded. The tour organizer was very accommodating for our pickup and last minute changes we made on our end. Both experiences were great in their own way and highly recommended!
Xunanatunich Ruins
Teri G,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Jose, was so knowledgeable about the history of the ruins and a lot of fun too. It was a beautiful place, and we would definitely do it again. Thank you, Jose and Carla, for accommodating us
Great day tour!
V8241EZemilyl,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun trip! Both tour guides Jose and Carla were friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. The ruins were amazing and the cave tubing/swimming was so much fun. Would absolutely recommend!
Mayan Ruins and Cave Tubing
4erint,
Mar 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Jose as our guide for our day at Xuanantunich and Cave tubing and he was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and engaging with our group. He had a lot of energy, good jokes and made us feel comfortable throughout the day. We noticed him spending time sharing information with us beyond what some of the other groups were doing! We had a great day!
Amazing experience shout out to Jose!!!!
Elizabeth N,
Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was Jose what an absolute pleasure it was to have him as our guide! He was so informative, professional, and so kind. We felt so safe the entire time. He is an absolute gem who went above and beyond ! Would recommend this amazing tour guide and company with friends and family!
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