Trade an inner tube for a sit-on-top kayak and paddle the Caves Branch River into the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve with a private guide.
A more active alternative to the standard cave-tubing route — you paddle yourself in a stable, hard-shelled sit-on-top kayak, with a private guide alongside for safety and history.
Highlights
Caves Branch River paddle Kayak the river with a guide, passing through jungle and into the cave system's mouth.
Nohoch Che'en cave system See stalactites, stalagmites, and the limestone chambers the ancient Maya associated with the underworld.
What Stops Does This Tour Make?
A popular starting point — every Voyzo itinerary is fully customizable, so we'll shape the order and stops around your group.
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Pickup
Round-trip pickup and drop-off at your Belize City hotel or cruise port.
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Caves Branch River paddle
Kayak the river with a guide, passing through jungle and into the cave system's mouth.
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Nohoch Che'en cave system
See stalactites, stalagmites, and the limestone chambers the ancient Maya associated with the underworld.
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Drop-off
Back to your hotel, home, or the airport — whenever your day wraps up.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
A fully customizable itinerary built around you
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your pickup address is required to finalize the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — a private vehicle, guide, and kayaking group for your own party only.
No — the river here is calm and your guide gives a safety briefing before you set out.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
About This Tour
Trade an inner tube for a sit-on-top kayak and paddle the Caves Branch River into the Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve with a private guide. A more active alternative to the standard cave-tubing route — you paddle yourself in a stable, hard-shelled sit-on-top kayak, with a private guide alongside for safety and history.
The Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve is a network of limestone caves surrounded by rainforest, about 30 minutes from Belmopan and an hour from San Ignacio. The Caves Branch River flows through parts of it, which is why both tubing and kayaking are possible here.
The Maya regarded caves as sacred entrances to Xibalba, the underworld, and used them for ritual. Broken pottery and other artifacts are still visible in places, so your guide will explain what to look at and what not to touch.
Kayaking gives more control than tubing because you paddle yourself, so it suits travellers who want to be active rather than float.
Not quite what you're looking for?
Every Voyzo tour is a starting point — tell us what you have in mind and we'll build it.