Belize City: Cave Tubing & Altun Ha Mayan Ruin with Lunch

Belize District, Belize



Embark on a thrilling cave tubing adventure through Xibalba and explore the ancient Altun Ha Mayan ruins. Enjoy a delicious lunch and learn about Mayan history.

Belize Xibalba Cave Tubing and Altun Ha Ruins Full-Day Tour

This full-day tour in Belize City combines tubing through the Xibalba caves with a visit to the ancient Altun Ha Mayan ruins, suited for those with moderate physical fitness.

Highlights

  • Tube through the underground caves of Xibalba, the Mayan underworld gateway
  • Explore the Altun Ha ceremonial site with tombs, pyramids, and temples
  • Learn about Mayan history and culture from an experienced guide
  • Enjoy a provided lunch in a natural Belizean setting
  • Includes convenient hotel or airport pickup and drop-off

Description

Your adventure begins with pickup from Belize City or the airport. At the caving site, you will be equipped with a tube, life vest, and headlamp before entering the caves of Xibalba, believed to lead to the Mayan underworld. The cave tubing portion lasts approximately 35 minutes alongside your guide.

After tubing, you will visit the Altun Ha ruins, an important Mayan ceremonial center known for its tombs, pyramids, and temples. Here, your guide will explain the historical and cultural significance of the site and its artifacts.

A lunch break is included, with access to on-site restrooms and changing rooms. The tour concludes with time to shop for unique wood and stone souvenirs before being dropped off at your accommodation or the airport.

Includes

  • Tubing gear (tube, life vest, headlamp)
  • Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off
  • Driver and knowledgeable guide
  • Private vehicle transport
  • Lunch

Excludes

  • Alcoholic drinks

Important Information

  • Bring a change of clothes; changing rooms and restrooms are available on-site
  • Gift shops are available for souvenir purchases
  • Moderate physical fitness required; tubing includes moderate difficulty
  • Wear old sneakers, Crocs, or water shoes—no flip-flops allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with back problems, or serious medical conditions

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring suitable footwear, swimwear, and a change of clothes. The tour operates daily, with morning departures recommended to avoid afternoon heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes tubing through Xibalba caves, a guided visit to Altun Ha Mayan ruins, lunch in a natural setting, and hotel or airport pickup and drop-off in Belize City.
Tubing takes place in the Xibalba caves, an underground river system near Belize City known for its Mayan significance.
Visitors will explore pyramids, temples, and tombs while learning about Mayan history and culture at Altun Ha ruins in Belize.
Yes, a lunch featuring Belizean cuisine is provided in a natural outdoor setting during the tour.
The tour is suitable for travelers with moderate fitness, involving light to moderate physical activity during tubing and walking at the ruins.
The tour includes hotel or airport pickup and drop-off within Belize City.
The tour is generally available year-round, but it’s best to check the official website for current availability and operating hours.
The tour lasts a full day, typically including transport, tubing, ruins exploration, and lunch.
No prior tubing experience is required; guides provide instructions and safety equipment for all participants.
It’s recommended to bring comfortable clothing, water shoes or sandals, a change of clothes, sunscreen, and insect repellent for the Belize tour.

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