Belize’s Subterranean Secrets: An Unforgettable Cave Tubing Adventure

 Belize’s Subterranean Secrets: An Unforgettable Cave Tubing Adventure

Our trip to Belize was full of surprises, but none quite as exhilarating and unique as our cave tubing adventure. This incredible journey took us deep into the heart of the earth, floating through a mysterious underworld that has been carved out by water over thousands of years. The adventure began with a ride on a jungle bus to the Caves Branch River.

From the very beginning, the experience was a blend of awesome and a little bit freaky. Floating in water so dark that you couldn't see the bottom was a bit unnerving, but thankfully, we were equipped with life vests. The sense of adventure quickly took over, and once we were settled in, it was a lot of fun. There weren't any crazy rapids or dangerous sections; it was a peaceful, steady float through a truly spectacular setting. Our hotel was also the tour group that gave us the tour, so we didn't have to worry about driving. Instead, we were picked up in a truck and rode to the drop-off site, which made the whole morning feel effortless. Our guide was fantastic, adding a personal touch to the experience. For more of our Belize adventures, be sure to check out our journey to Crystal Cave and Blue Hole. To learn more about the amazing group that provided this experience, you can visit their website.

A Journey Into the Mayan Underworld

Once inside, we alternated between tubing, climbing, and hiking underground. This was no ordinary cave—it was an ancient Maya ceremonial center. Our guide pointed out incredible artifacts and altars, and we even saw obsidian bloodletting blades and the actual footprints of the Shaman and priests that date back to 400 A.D. Imagine the experience of floating through this underground cathedral, turning your lights off and floating away into time, as your professional guide shares the history of the caves and the Maya world.

The Best Meal in a Cave

After all the caving, swimming, and adventuring, our meal was really good. It might have been the best meal we had on the whole trip, and that might have been because we had spent the entire morning working up an appetite. Our guides prepared an underground riverside picnic spread complete with tortillas, cold cuts, fresh fruits, and vegetables. Eating our lunch by headlight, to the sounds of the underground caves while chatting with our fellow adventurers, was a new, unique, and awesome experience that I will never forget. It's not every day you get to have lunch in such a magnificent and

ancient setting.

Cliff Jumping: A Leap of Faith

After making our way out of the cave on our innertubes, we spent some time enjoying being back in the sun. We had a chance to go cliff jumping, and we did it both before and after the tubing. The first jump was much easier because my wife, Linda, our friend Eamon, and our guide were right there with me at the top of the cliff. Even though only Eamon and I jumped, their presence gave me a boost of confidence. The second time was slightly harder because I went up there alone. It was a good reminder that sometimes having the support of your friends and family makes all the difference, even when you're doing something that seems simple. After a short ride back to the lodge, we could take a dip in the pool or hot tub before dinner and swap stories of the day’s adventures.

Our cave tubing and cliff-jumping day was an unforgettable highlight of our trip. It was a perfect mix of excitement and relaxation, giving us a new appreciation for the natural wonders of Belize. What part of this journey would you most want to experience? Let us know in the comments!