Unforgettable Belize: Xunantunich Maya & Cave Tubing

Review Our guide Alberto was so fun to hang out with during our trip! He made the cave tubing extra fun and an experience I will remember for a lifetime! It rained during the Mayan ruins tour and he was a trooper about the weather and was super safe about how slippery it could get. He took amazing photos as well!

Xunantunich, Cave Tubing & Cave Jumping – An Unforgettable Day with Jose From start to finish, our day with Jose was nothing short of amazing. He’s not just a guide—he’s a storyteller, historian, and all-around legend who made every moment unforgettable. We kicked things off at the ancient Maya city of Xunantunich, crossing the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry before heading up to the site. Climbing El Castillo was the highlight—sweeping views over Belize and Guatemala, hidden carvings, and stories of Maya life brought vividly to life by Jose’s passion and knowledge. Next, we headed to Nohoch Che’en Reserve for cave tubing—and the adventure ramped up. After a scenic jungle hike with Jose pointing out wildlife and sharing local lore, we floated through vast underground caverns, past waterfalls, Maya artifacts, and stunning limestone formations. The atmosphere was surreal and serene. Then came the adrenaline rush—cave jumping! Leaping off the rocks into the cool underground river was the perfect thrill to top off the day’s adventures. From ancient ruins to jungle rivers, Jose made it all unforgettable with his humor, insight, and heart. If you go—ask for Jose. You’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime.

What an awesome company! We were on our honeymoon and did the Xunantunich and cave tubing tour. Pre-tour they were very easy to communicate with and accommodating to our schedule. As for our tour, our host Jose was EXCELLENT. He was very friendly and knowledgeable during our tour, which greatly added to the overall experience. His passion for his culture was obvious and his fun nature made for a fun day. They even provided a pickup from our hotel as well as a taxi back to Belize City. I highly recommend!!

Amazing! Such a great tour! Jose was such a great guide! He was so knowledgeable, friendly, and funny! The Xunantunich temple was beautiful and tubing through the caves was so much fun. Bring sunblock, bug spray, and water.

Carla and Jose were fantastic. Carla was a wealth of knowledge of Mayan history. Jose was funny and good natured and safety minded. The tour organizer was very accommodating for our pickup and last minute changes we made on our end. Both experiences were great in their own way and highly recommended!

Our tour guide, Jose, was so knowledgeable about the history of the ruins and a lot of fun too. It was a beautiful place, and we would definitely do it again. Thank you, Jose and Carla, for accommodating us

Super fun trip! Both tour guides Jose and Carla were friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. The ruins were amazing and the cave tubing/swimming was so much fun. Would absolutely recommend!

We had Jose as our guide for our day at Xuanantunich and Cave tubing and he was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and engaging with our group. He had a lot of energy, good jokes and made us feel comfortable throughout the day. We noticed him spending time sharing information with us beyond what some of the other groups were doing! We had a great day!

Our guide was Jose what an absolute pleasure it was to have him as our guide! He was so informative, professional, and so kind. We felt so safe the entire time. He is an absolute gem who went above and beyond ! Would recommend this amazing tour guide and company with friends and family!

Our journey started with a visit to Xunantunich, Jose was our tour guide and was very knowledgeable and amusing. Getting there was part of the fun—we crossed the Mopan River on a hand-cranked ferry before a short drive up to the site. The ruins are breathtaking, with El Castillo being the highlight. Climbing to the top rewarded us with stunning panoramic views of Belize and even parts of Guatemala. The intricate carvings and history shared by our guide made the experience even richer. It’s a fascinating place, full of mystery and beauty. Cave Tubing – A Relaxing Adventure After exploring the ruins, we headed to Nohoch Che’en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve for cave tubing. The hike to the river was scenic and easy, Jose was pointing out local flora and fauna along the way. Floating down the river through the cave system was absolutely magical. The limestone formations, underground waterfalls, and ancient Maya artifacts within the caves added a sense of wonder. We were able to climb the caves and see the clay pots set there by the Mayans centuries ago.The water was refreshing, and the gentle current made for a peaceful yet exciting experience. Jose was always ensuring our safety during our excursions. Highly recommended!