Jaguar Paw Ziplining & Cave Tubing from Hopkins with Lunch

Seven ziplines and two hours floating through ancient Mayan caves in one morning

Jaguar Paw ziplining and cave tubing from Hopkins Village combines a 7-zipline rainforest course with a float through the Nohoch Che'en cave system, an underground river once used for Mayan ceremonies. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hopkins, lunch, and all equipment are included. The activity runs about 7 to 8 hours total and suits travelers with moderate fitness. Children are welcome from age 10.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zipline, cave tubing, and lunch

• Pickup from Hopkins Village
• Drive 1.5 hours to Jaguar Paw
• Zipline through rainforest canopy
• Hike 30 minutes to cave entrance
• Cave tubing for 2 hours
• Enjoy traditional Belizean lunch
• Drive 1.5 hours back to Hopkins

The experience

The day starts with a 1.5-hour drive from Hopkins Village through Belizean countryside to Jaguar Paw. Once there, you'll strap into a harness and helmet for seven ziplines that range from 150 to 600 feet, each one carrying you higher over the rainforest canopy. The course is built to let you spot wildlife and take in the landscape as you move through it, not just to rush you through.

After ziplining, you gear up with a tube, helmet, and headlamp for a 30-minute jungle hike to the cave entrance. Then you settle into the tube and float for two hours through the Nohoch Che'en system: an underground river that winds past stalactites, limestone formations, and chambers the ancient Maya used for ceremonies. The current does the work. You float and look. Your guide travels with you and explains the history and geology as you move through.

Lunch is a traditional Belizean spread (stewed chicken, rice and beans, fresh sides) served after you've climbed out of the cave and had time to dry off. The return drive to Hopkins gives you space to sit quiet and let the day settle.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hopkins Village.
• zipline harness, helmet, and gloves.
• tube, life jacket, and headlamp for cave tubing.
• Nohoch Che'en park entrance fee.
• traditional Belizean lunch.
• bottled water.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to and from Jaguar Paw.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

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AgesAdult (16 to 65 years) · Child (10 to 15 years) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 15 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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Bucket List Tours & Transfers Belize

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English and travels with you through both the zipline course and the cave system, so the commentary and safety instructions are clear throughout. This works for anyone with moderate fitness who wants to move at a steady pace rather than rush: the ziplining and hiking set the tempo, and the cave float gives you time to absorb what you've just done.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 15 years). Under 10: 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.

How long does the ziplining part take at Jaguar Paw?

The zipline course features seven lines ranging from 150 to 600 feet each. The ziplining itself is the first activity after you arrive, and it sets the pace for the rest of the morning before you move into the cave tubing.

What's the Nohoch Che'en cave system like when you're floating through it?

Nohoch Che'en is an underground river system where you float past ancient rock formations, stalactites, and chambers. The cave was used for Mayan ceremonies, and your guide shares that history while you're on the water. The float lasts about two hours and moves at the pace of the gentle current.

Do I need to hike to get to the cave entrance?

Yes, there's a 30-minute jungle hike from where you leave the vehicle to the cave entrance. You'll be outfitted with a helmet and headlamp before you start, and the guide leads the way.

What's included in the lunch?

Lunch is a traditional Belizean meal with stewed chicken, rice and beans, and fresh seasonal sides. It's served after the cave tubing, giving you time to rest before the drive back to Hopkins.

What happens if I have a medical condition or injury?

This activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to complete the ziplining, hiking, and cave tubing safely.