cave exploration

There are many caves to explore in Belize. In the Belmopan area there are a number of caves that can be explored. You can float on an inner tube or raft underground on the Caves Branch River while you gaze around at glittering formations, stalactites, stalagmites and ancient Maya artifacts.

A few miles west of Belmopan is a newly discovered cave. Archeologists have discovered and archived several Maya artifacts including numerous pots, jade axes and skeletal remains. Archeologists have trained and certified five local tour guides to tour this cave. Maya Breeze Inn is working closely with the tour guides to share this beautiful cave experience.

This tour is for the fit adventurer. A 40-minute hike takes you through the jungle, crossing the river five times. At the cave opening, you will find a brief swim into the first portion of the cave. You will see numerous glittering formations while hiking to the Maya artifacts. After a brief break and lunch in the inner part of the cave, you will find yourself in a large chamber filled with Maya artifacts. Many are pots left intact and untouched. This tour includes some rappelling down cliffs, jungle hiking, cave exploration, and Maya artifacts for a fun-filled seven hours. To make the most of this trip, Maya Breeze Inn will arrange overnight stays in San Ignacio.

All cave tours include headlamps, helmets, climbing ropes and lunch.