Belize Caves Branch River Ultimate 5 Caves Kayaking Excursion

Description

• Round-trip transportation from your Belize cruise ship tender pier!
• Air-conditioned, fully licensed, and insured transportation!
• English-speaking certified kayaking shore excursion guide!
  
• Entrance fees and government taxes to visit the Caves Branch River!
• Kayak, instruction, and safety equipment!

Meet your English-speaking river kayak excursion guide at your cruise tender terminal and head on your air-conditioned transportation for a 60-minute comfortable ride to the cave river kayaking base camp located in the lush jungle.

On arrival, your experienced cave kayaking shore excursion guide will provide you with the kayaking equipment - life vest, helmet, headlamp, paddle, and kayak - as well as a short safety briefing and how to get the most out of your Belize river kayaking excursion. there are both single and double 2-person kayaks available first come, first serve.

There is a short 30-minute hike to the riverside. When you reach the riverbed, your Belize excursion guide will assist you in the waiting kayak. As you begin to paddle, you will head into the first cave, turn on your headlamp, and be in awe of the beauty. You will see various stalactites and unique cave formations as well as learn more about ancient Mayan rituals, traditions, and much more. The caves are simple to navigate and no previous experience is required to participate. All the river caves are linked so that you can follow your experienced kayak excursion guide through each one with ease. The water flow in the river is fairly calm and easy to paddle.

You may also see various tropical birds and other surrounding wildlife such as butterflies, monkeys, and iguanas near the cave entrances. Be sure to bring a waterproof camera, as the views from both inside the caves and downstream are stunning.

You will also see fairytale-like waterfalls, high-ceilinged caves that sparkle from the water, and rock reflections and uniquely shaped boulders. Your guide will be with you at all times to ensure primarily your safety and your enjoyment. As you paddle out of the last cave, you will head downstream and return to the base camp. The total time kayaking on the river is approximately 2 hours.

After your kayaking and caves shore excursion, your Shore Excursion guide will take you to your transportation and return you to your Belize City cruise ship tender terminal.

What is included?

• Air-conditioned, fully licensed, and insured transportation.
  
• Round-trip transportation from your Belize cruise ship terminal.
  
• Entrance fees and government taxes to visit the Caves Branch River.
• Kayak, instruction, and safety equipment: (paddle, kayak (1 or 2 people), helmet, headlamp, and life vest).
  
• Experienced English-speaking Belize Caves River Kayak Excursion guide.
  

Excursion Notes

• We suggest you wear comfortable clothes, a swimsuit, a towel and a change of clothes.
  
• Bring along bug repellent, a waterproof camera, cash for balance payment, and tips.
  
• No jewelry or unnecessary valuable items should be brought - please leave them on the ship.
  
• Please note that Belize is a cruise ship tender port, you will not be docked so you should allow enough time to get off the ship.
  
• Please pay attention to the restrictions and requirements for this excursion, no refund will be granted if the requirements are not met.
  

Where we meet

For the Belize Caves Branch River Ultimate 5 Caves Kayaking Excursion, you will meet right at your Belize cruise ship tender terminal port. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• The minimum participation age is 8 years old.
• The minimum height required is 40in (101cm).
• This excursion is meant for relatively physically fit guests.
• The maximum weight permitted is 300 lbs (136 kg) per kayak.
• Parents must supervise their children at all times.
• Children need to be responsible paddlers, wear a life jacket, and follow the guide's instructions.
• This Belize Caves Branch River Ultimate 5 Caves Kayaking Excursion may involve risks. We suggest you check with your elected person of choice to see if these possible risks might affect you.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.