Horseback Riding & Cave Tubing from Placencia

Rainforest trails, underground rivers, and limestone caves in one day

A full-day horseback riding and cave tubing adventure from Placencia combines two of Belize's signature experiences: a guided jungle ride on calm, well-trained horses followed by a float through the sacred limestone caves of Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve. The tour includes hotel pickup, lunch, entrance fees and an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Children from age 3 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback riding and cave tubing adventure

• Ride jungle trails on horseback
• Cross streams on calm horses
• Float through ancient limestone caves
• Explore Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Reserve

The experience

How do you fit two major Belize adventures into a single day? Start on horseback. You'll ride into the rainforest along the Hummingbird Highway with a local guide from Green Acres Jungle Horseback, crossing streams and following lush jungle trails on horses trained for riders of all levels. The morning ride sets up the second half: after a break for lunch, you head to Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve for the cave tubing portion.

Cave tubing here means floating on an inner tube down a gentle jungle river as it carries you through a network of ancient limestone caves. The Maya once used these caves for sacred rituals, and you'll drift past natural openings that let daylight filter through the canopy above. The water is calm enough for all ages and fitness levels, so the experience balances relaxation with the novelty of moving through geology and history at once. Bottled water and soda are provided throughout the day.

The full outing runs nine hours from pickup at your Placencia hotel. An air-conditioned vehicle handles transport between the riding location and the caves, and the operator covers entrance fees, lunch and parking. A guide fluent in English or Spanish leads both activities, so questions about the landscape, the history or the animals you encounter get answered as you go.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• guided horseback riding along jungle trails.
• cave tubing entry at Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve.
• lunch.
• bottled water and soda.
• all entrance and parking fees.
• English or Spanish-speaking guide for both activities.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (21 to 70 years) · Youth (11 to 20 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

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.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Wilder Belize Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you want two distinct Belize experiences (riding and floating) without splitting them across separate days, and you're comfortable with a full nine-hour outing that mixes physical activity with downtime.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 20 years); Child (3 to 10 years). Under 3: they 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.

Can I do this if I've never ridden a horse before?

Yes. Green Acres Jungle Horseback works with beginners and experienced riders alike, and the horses are calm and well-trained. The guide will match your comfort level to the trail pace.

What happens if I'm not comfortable with cave tubing?

Cave tubing is the second activity of the day, so you can decide after the morning ride. The float itself is gentle and relaxing, not a thrill ride, and suitable for all ages from 3 onward.

What's included in the nine-hour day?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, the guided horseback ride, cave tubing entry, lunch, bottled water and soda, and all entrance fees are included. A guide in English or Spanish leads both activities.

Are there age limits for either activity?

Children from age 3 are welcome on the full tour. Riders of any age can participate in the horseback portion, and the cave tubing is designed for all ages and fitness levels.

What should I bring or wear?

Wear closed-toe shoes suitable for riding and water activities, and bring a change of clothes for after the caves. Sunscreen and a hat are recommended. The operator provides inner tubes and all safety gear for cave tubing.