7 Miles Cave Ziplining and Kayaking Combo in San Ignacio

Five cave systems and a 10-platform zipline in one day

A full-day activity combining kayaking and ziplining at 7 Miles Cave near San Ignacio, Belize. You paddle through five interconnected cave systems over 7 miles, spotting stalactites and stalagmites, then finish with a zipline course of 10 platforms and 7 runs. Private transport, a guide, lunch and all equipment are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kayaking and zipline adventure

• Drive 20 minutes to cave entrance
• Pass through orange orchard spotting wildlife
• Kayak through 5 caves for 7 miles
• Stop for lunch with mountain and river views
• Swim in clear river water
• Complete zipline adventure with 10 platforms and 7 runs

The experience

The day starts with a 25-minute drive through an orange orchard to the kayak drop-in point, where you enter the first of five cave systems. You paddle 7 miles total through chambers filled with stalactite and stalagmite formations, navigating small rapids that beginners can handle safely during the dry season. The caves are known as Belize's best natural attractions, and the route gives you time to absorb the scale of each chamber without rushing through.

Midway through, you stop for lunch on the riverbank with views of the cave entrance and the surrounding mountains, and you get time to swim in the river before paddling the remaining caves. Once you finish kayaking, the zipline course takes about an hour: 10 platforms connected by 7 runs that let you move through the canopy above the same landscape you just paddled through below.

The whole experience is private, so the pace stays relaxed and unhurried. Your guide speaks English or Spanish, and all kayaking and ziplining equipment comes with you. You'll need at least moderate fitness for the paddling and the physical demands of the zipline platforms, and the activity is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• all kayaking and ziplining equipment.
• a guide in English or Spanish.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• lunch with river views.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Audio guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Belize Inland Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want kayaking and ziplining combined in one seven-hour outing rather than scheduling them separately, and you're free to dedicate your full morning and afternoon to a single activity.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What are the five caves like on the 7-mile kayak route?

The five cave systems contain extensive stalactite and stalagmite formations in chambers of varying sizes. The route includes small rapids that are navigable for beginner paddlers during the dry season, and the caves themselves are Belize's recognized natural attractions with hundreds of years of cultural and natural history.

How much time do I spend kayaking versus ziplining?

Kayaking takes up most of the day, covering 7 miles through the five caves with a lunch break partway through. The zipline portion takes approximately one hour at the end of the day, after you finish paddling.

Can I swim during the trip?

Yes, you have an opportunity to swim in the river during the lunch stop, when you're taking in the views of the cave entrance and mountains from the riverbank.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation to and from the drop-in point, all kayaking and ziplining equipment, a guide in English or Spanish, bottled water, and lunch are all included.

What's the minimum age for this activity?

Children are welcome from age 12. A minimum of two people is required to book the trip.