Ultimate Cave Kayaking Adventure from Placencia with Going Coastal Adventures

Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Jungle and Rainforest Adventures
Tour Type
Adventure
Cave Expedition
Inland
Jungle Trek
Nature
Private
River Expedition
Main Activity
Cave Tubing
Gold Standard
Yes
Departs From
Start Point
Placencia
Note
NEW
Intensity Level
Moderate
Cancellation
Scroll down for full details of this policy.
Flexible

About Listing
Features:
Cave System, Rapids, River
Highlights
  • Kayaking
  • Caving
  • Adventure
  • Outdoors
Gold Certified:
Yes
Gold Compliant:
Yes
Description
Experience an unforgettable Cave Kayaking adventure, exploring the entire 7-mile underground cave system. Our top-quality, packable kayaks and advanced outdoor equipment ensure your comfort throughout the journey. Starting from Hummingbird Highway and ending at Nohoch Che'en Archeological Reserve, this thrilling expedition takes you from darkness to the vibrant greenery of the jungle and back into the submerged world of Xibalba. Capture breathtaking moments with turquoise waters and majestic cave entrances that are perfect for photography. With multiple cave entrances and exits, including natural daylight "windows" formed by cenote/sinks, you'll be immersed in nature, surrounded by the sounds of wildlife. Don't miss out on creating unforgettable memories with this exhilarating Cave Kayaking adventure.
 
Suitable for:
Kids
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Seniors
Recommended Age Range:
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 50
Over 50
What is Included?
Things the supplier includes without any extra cost.
  • Lunch
  • Lead Guide & Backup Guide
  • All Necessary Equipment
  • All Entrance Fees
  • All Taxes
What to bring?
Recommended items to bring on the trip.
  • 2 Liters of water (eco-friendly water bottles preferably)
  • Tennis/keens/water shoes (participants will get wet, toes and feet must be protected)
  • Swimwear with shorts and shirt (quick dry preferably)
  • Eco-friendly insect repellent
  • Towel & change of clothes that stays in the pick up vehicle
  • Waterproof Cameras w/hand straps or floatable attachment
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Capacity:
15 people
Minimum:
2 people
Minimum number of people.
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Per
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Description
Person
$
318
Tour Only- NO Transfer 2 Pax
Person
$
160
Tour Only- NO Transfer (4-15 pax)
Person
$
270
Tour+Transfer from Placencia (4-6 pax)
Person
$
234
Tour+Transfer from Placencia (7-9 pax)
Person
$
215
Tour+Transfer from Placencia (10-15 pax)
Special Instructions for Rates
*Our minimum number of people required for each booking is 4 Pax. If your party does not meet the minimum number of persons required, you can make a tentative reservation and we will be in touch with you to confirm the date you requested or if possible, reschedule.

*Pick up time from Placencia is 7am (only applies if you book tour+transfer)

*If you are arriving on rental/private vehicle, the Driving Fee applies.
 
Add-ons
The total cost of the options you choose will be added to the total cost of the tour.
Per
Name
Price
Description
GroupDriving Fee
$
70
The Driving Fee is applied per vehicle to take it from the meeting point at our base to the exit point at Nohoch Che'en. From the exit, you can drive back to Placencia through the Coastal Highway which is closer to where the tour ends.
Itinerary
Activity
Description
Time
Duration
Drive to Starting PointWe drive from our base on 4*4 open air vehicles to the starting point. Ride has a portion of off-road with several river crossings.9:00 AM30 mins
Cave Kayaking StartsOnce at the starting point, we make our way into the first cave entrance and kayak downstream.9:30 AM1hr 45 mins
PortageThis is the section where the river goes underground and resurfaces further downstream. We carry our lightweight kayaks through high canopy for a short hike and get back into the kayaks to continue our journey.11:30 AM25 mins
LunchAfter the portage, enjoy a delicious “Cave Burrito” consisting of fresh flour tortillas, veggies and meat (If you are a vegetarian, you can have the burrito without the meat). Nothing beats having lunch at the entrance of a cave with the sounds of wildlife tuning melodiously. This tour allows you to experience Belize’s natural beauty and cultural history first-hand!12:00 PM30 mins
KayakingWe do a portion of open river kayaking until we get to Nohoch Che'en Caves.12:30 PM2 hrs
ExitWe end at the last section of Nohoch Che'en Caves.1:30 PM
Activities
Kayaking, Nature Walks, Water Sports
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
Yes
Transport Info.
Important Transportation/Pickup Information
Transportation is provided from the meeting point in St Margaret's Village (our base) to the starting point.
 
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Start Time
Duration
Daily9:00 AM6 hrs
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have booked tour and transfer with us, we will pick you up at the exit. If you are arriving on rental/private vehicle, there is a driving fee to take your vehicle from the starting point around to the exit for pick up.
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Moderate
  • Cancellations made 90 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 15 days before will be refunded 50% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
Terms & Conditions
  • Bookings for this tour should be made at least 24 hours prior to the tour's scheduled departure time.
  • Weather and other natural conditions are beyond our control. Therefore, we reserve the right to cancel any tour before the scheduled departure time for reasons including, but not limited to, late-arrivals (Applicable to Cruise Ship Bookings), bad weather, any natural occurrences and insufficient number of participants.
  • For tours that include water activity, even though the weather condition might make the tour permissible, we might not make it advisable. If we inform you that the weather condition prevents us from doing your tour, we'll offer to move the tour to another date or recommend an alternative activity. We take the safety of our guests and our staff seriously. Thus, we will not start any tour if we consider it to be a risk to your safety and the safety of our guides.
  • All refunds will be issued based on the Terms and Conditions listed above without further responsibilities if you decide not to accept the alternatives. Going Coastal Adventures will NOT be held responsible for any demands, losses, expenses, damages, or charges incurred by you, as a result of any cancellation.
 
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