Cave Tubing: 12 Rivers to Float Into

1.Vang Vieng: Kayaking & Cave Tubing with Zip Line/Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 410 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $30Our pick

Spend 6 to 8 hours outside Vang Vieng with guides such as Douang, On, Lee, or Ming. Kayak the Nam Song, walk and tube through caves tied to Laos’s Second Indochina War, eat a banana-leaf picnic, then choose a zip line or Blue Lagoon stop. Small groups, dry bags, water, and hotel pickup are included.

“This was a really fun experience! My guide was awesome. He was funny and kind, and made sure that we all had a good time. The food was quite good as well. I would definitely recommend this trip. You also arrive back into town early enough to do something before sunset - if you plan ahead. (I arrived back in town about 14:30 - I did not book the option with the blue lagoon, I think they may have arrived back a little later).”

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2.Tanama River Cave Tubing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · from $110Top rated

You’ll hike through Tanama Forest, wade upstream, pass through water-filled caves, and finish with a short body-raft ride on the Tanama River. Guides such as Jose, Cesar, and Omar lead the route, explain local plants and fossils, and provide helmets, life jackets, safety help, and photos. Good fitness and sturdy shoes are essential.

“Floating down the river was fun! And the views were amazing. I loved so much ab this trip and would def recommend it to a friend and go again!”

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3.Cave Tubing & Zip Line with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $110

From Belize City, hike about 20 minutes through rainforest, float through Maya caves, enjoy lunch, then zip between jungle trees. Guides such as Manuel, Kenton, Jimmy, Peter, and Fred are praised for local insight and safety. Expect a long drive, moderate activity, and weather-related changes.

“This was, by far, our favorite tour. Our group ranged from 17-75 yrs old and there was something for everyone to enjoy. Our guide, Peter, was outstanding in every way. He was full of knowledge and fun at the same time. He was also very patient with everyone. I would definitely put this excursion on the list, even a second time.”

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4.1 day Yogyakarta Tour Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave tubing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews

Start with a 30-meter rappel into Jomblang Cave, where shafts of sunlight reach the muddy floor, then unwind on calm-water tubing through Pindul Cave. Javanese Vacation provides hotel pickup, private air-conditioned transport, lunch, water, parking, and gear. Guide Wedha has earned praise for friendly driving and photo help.

“It was a wonderful day, I do recommend wearing comfortable clothes it can be warm down in the cave. It was very muddy but we were provided with boots. I should have brought some water with me, unfortunately I had left my bottle with my driver. The guides were awesome - 5 starts to them”

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5.Charlie’s Cave Tubing Tour for cruisers (lunch included)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Travel 43 miles from Belize City to Nohoch Che’en, hike about 25 minutes through rainforest, then float through Mayan cave country in a tube with a helmet, headlamp, and life jacket. Guides such as Nelson, Abner, and Jonathan add local stories. Lunch includes chicken, rice, beans, plantain, and a drink.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure and Abner was an exceptional driver/guide. Would definitely recommend 10/10!”

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6.Mayan Ruins & Cave Tubing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $256

Leave Placencia at 7 a.m. for Xunantunich, climb El Castillo for views toward Belize and Guatemala, eat a Belizean lunch, then float 7 miles through limestone caves. Guide Basilio, also called Boss or Bas, leads the small group with humor and strong cultural insight. Hotel pickup, gear, food, and park fees are included.

“We loved this tour. Our guide “bas” knew a lot about Mayan culture and shared with us as much as possible. He was also funny and made both cave tubing and exploring the Mayan ruins a blast. The only downside was that it was a 3 hours drivRead more”

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7.A trip to Altun Ha Maya Ruins and Cave Tubing the underworld

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $145

Combine a cave tubing trip with Altun Ha Maya Ruins on a six-hour outing from Belize City. Guides such as Dennis Jr., Fred, and Nelson explain Maya beliefs, local plants, and Belizean life. Expect an air-conditioned ride, a moderate hike, warm cave water, and a long drive between stops.

“Truly amazing expedition. Great tour guide. Would highly recommend if you're staying in Belize City!!”

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8.Cave Tubing & Zipline Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $346

Travel 37 miles from Belize City to Nohoch Che’en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve for rainforest ziplining and cave tubing through Maya Xibalba. Expect seven advertised zipline runs, a short cave hike with river crossings, lunch, gear, and an air-conditioned ride. Guides such as Joel, Joey, Elvin, and Gregory have led past departures.

“This was an awesome experience. The water was clear and cold (refreshing in their words). I enjoyed the tubing through the caves and the different scenery. The zipline was fun and it was warm walking and zipping through the jungle.”

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9.Altun Ha and Cave Tubing Tour from Belize City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $233

From Belize City, visit Altun Ha, a major Maya trading center, then hike about 30 minutes to the Caves Branch River for an underground float past crystal formations. Private guides such as Paul, Flacco, and Roberto have led past outings. Expect a six-hour day, cool water, walking, and a careful eye on cruise departure times.

“We booked the private tour and it was wonderful! Our tour guide, Jerson, was amazing! Very knowledgeable about the sites we visited and general knowledge about Belize. We spent the whole day with him and really enjoyed his friendliness, sense of humor and professionalism. This was our first time to see Mayan ruins and they are quite impressive. The Cave Tubing is a must! Unlike anything we had seen before. We were glad we choose to include both locations on our excursion. FYI - It is required that you wear tennis shoes or pool shoes on the tubing. They rent 3 and sell 10 shoes there. Nice bathroom facilities at…”

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10.Private Tour OF Altun Ha And Cave Tubing from Belize City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $235

Start with a private pickup in Belize City, then visit Altun Ha, a former Maya trading center, and float through the Caves Branch River beneath ancient limestone chambers. Guides such as Paul, Peter, Gavin, and Ellsworth have helped make this a flexible, personal outing. Plan for a 30-minute jungle walk, wet clothes, and a full six-hour day.

“This tour was the best. My boyfriend and I watched tour buses take 45 minutes to just get off the bus and take a bathroom break. This tour allowed us to get in and out of places more quickly. That being said, we went to a bunch of places to take photos and learn more about the history of Belize. I have raved about this tour experience and forever will spoil ourselves with private tours from here on out.”

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11.Cave Kayaking or tubing, Ziplines and Altun Ha V.i.V.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $199

Spend about 8.5 hours combining Altun Ha, rainforest ziplines, and cave kayaking or tubing. Guides such as Abner, Marco, Jeremy, Fab, and Nelson add history, humor, and local insight. Expect a small-group day with hotel or port pickup, a 25-minute cave hike, underground rock formations, and a possible weather-based switch from kayaks to tubes.

“We were a little nervous about the tendering situation and having time to do both tours when our ship the Liberty of the Seas got into Belize, but it was so smooth going. We got tender tickets that morning and were on #4, they called 1-4 first Read more”

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12.PRIVATE Belize Cave tubing & Altun Ha Mayan Temples with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $225

Float through the Nohoch Che’en cave system, hike through rainforest, then explore Altun Ha with a local guide. Guides such as Jeff, Percy, Fred, Joey, and Norman are known for personal service and Belizean history. Lunch, bottled water, air-conditioned transport, and port pickup are included. Expect a moderately active 5.5-hour outing.

“Percy was a great tour guide! Cave tubing was amazing And Mayan Ruins was unbelievable. This is a must excursion!!”

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