Ambergris Caye: Cave Tubing & Zipline from San Pedro

Zipping through forest canopy, then floating through caves on inner tubes

You zipline through the forest canopy above the Belizean jungle, then float on inner tubes through cave systems with stalagmites and stalactites. The half-day format leaves your afternoon free, and pickup from San Pedro, lunch, and transport are all included. Moderate fitness required. Not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zipline and cave tubing adventure

• Zip above Belizean forest
• Glide on inner tubes in caves
• See stalagmites and stalactites

The experience

You're clipped into a harness, stepping off a platform into the Belizean forest canopy. The zipline pulls you forward before you've fully processed it, and suddenly you're moving through the trees, the ground dropping away below. That's how the day starts, not with a briefing or a slow warm-up, but with the actual thing, the rush of it. Your guide from San Pedro has already checked your gear twice. They know what they're doing. The company's been running this for over 20 years, fully licensed and insured, and everyone on the team is Belizean, which means they move through this landscape like they own it, because they do.

After the zipline section winds through the forest, you transition to the cave tubing part, which is the opposite energy but somehow just as absorbing. You're floating on an inner tube through portions of the cave system, moving slowly enough to actually see what's around you: stalagmites and stalactites rising and hanging from the rock, the water dark and still. There's no rushing here. Your guide points things out, explains the formations, keeps the pace easy. The cave tubing and zipline combination means you get the adrenaline hit and the meditative part in one day, which is why people book this instead of doing one or the other alone.

The whole thing runs half a day, which matters if you're staying on Ambergris Caye and don't want to lose your afternoon to the beach. You get picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle from San Pedro, so no figuring out transport or driving yourself. Lunch is included, along with bottled water and soda, so you're not hunting for food or paying extra at the end. The physical requirement is moderate. You need decent cardiovascular fitness and the ability to handle heights, but it's not a military operation. Pregnant travelers and anyone with serious heart concerns should skip it, but most people who are reasonably active will be fine.

If you're looking to do something beyond the beach while you're in The Cayes, this fills the day without eating up your whole schedule or your budget. Book it early in your trip so you're not sore for the rest of your time on the island.

What’s included

Your half-day includes hotel or accommodation pickup from San Pedro in an air-conditioned vehicle, the zipline course through the forest, cave tubing with an experienced guide, lunch, bottled water, soda, and return transport to San Pedro.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Saturday

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (8 to 10 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 13 · max 8 per booking

Live 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.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Ridge and Reef Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full adventure morning or afternoon without arranging separate activities, transport, or meals: the combination of zipline and cave tubing in one trip is what makes it efficient for visitors staying on Ambergris Caye.

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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 (11 to 17 years); Child (8 to 10 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the cave tubing and zipline adventure take?

It's a half-day excursion. Pickup from San Pedro and return transport are included, so plan for most of the morning or afternoon depending on your departure time.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch, bottled water, and soda are all part of the package. No additional food costs during the tour.

What's the fitness level required?

Moderate physical fitness. You need to be comfortable with heights for the zipline and able to handle the physical demands of both activities. It's not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

Do I need to arrange my own transport from San Pedro?

No. Air-conditioned vehicle pickup and return transport from San Pedro are included.

Who operates this tour?

The company is 100% Belizean-owned and operated, fully licensed and insured, with over 20 years in the hospitality industry.

What if I have a service animal?

Service animals are allowed on the tour.