Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls
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Is Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls worth booking?
Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls is a 4-hour experience in San Ignacio, Belize, from $120 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 50 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (50)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $120 per person
Barton Creek Cave is the entrance to the Maya Underworld and can only be accessed by canoe. A peaceful and ancient realm awaits as you glide into the cave to see the amazing crystal formations and learn about the history
What you get
About this experience
Barton Creek Cave is the entrance to the Maya Underworld and can only be accessed by canoe. A peaceful and ancient realm awaits as you glide into the cave to see the amazing crystal formations and learn about the history of this sacred place. This tour also give you a combination with a choice of zipline, butterfly farm or waterfall to make it a full-day tour, which also include a delicious lunch!
What's included
Included
- Equipment
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by private vehicle
- Lunch with a drink
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Barton Creek Cave
We begin our journey through farmland where you can see the Mennonite community of Upper Barton Creek and experience their traditional lifestyle. We reach Barton Creek Cave, much of which is still to be explored and stretches for miles, of which 4.5 miles is navigable by open canoe. At the entrance of the cave we board our canoes, switch on our headlights and start to slowly paddle into the cave passage. While floating deeper into the passage we learn about the geology, archaeology and Maya history of these caves. Our lights will bring crystal formations that are millions of years old to life. After exploring the caves, we turn around our canoes and float back to where we park them and complete our half-day tour with a refreshing swim.
Barton Creek Cave
Barton Creek Cave with Jungle Zipline: Each of our four tours offers you a return to the main platform on a 500 feet run via our jungle lift platform. This 2-hour tour is for zip line enthusiasts and combines the Explorer and Intermedio levels in over 2,700 feet of zip line, comprised of 9 runs and 15 platforms that take you over and through the jungle. Barton Creek Cave with Butterfly Farm and Botanical Garden: Here, you will be able to see flocks of exotic butterflies of various species, from iridescent blue to gorgeous orange, dazzling yellow to intriguing gray. There is also a botanical collection of over 120 species of plants, including orchids. Barton Creek Cave with Big Rock Falls: A 150 feet waterfall flowing over the granite boulders of Privassion Creek. We hike down the escarpment hidden deep in the Mountain Pine Ridge where we come to the stunning waterfall and the crystal pool into which the cascading water sprays in a cooling mist.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Ignacio
Tours depart our office in San Ignacio. free Pick up can be arranged if location is on route to tour site. Directions: MayaWalk Tours Main Office located between Tandoor Restaurant and Belize Bank Return point: Returns to original departure point
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Tours depart our office in San Ignacio. free Pick up can be arranged if location is on route to tour site. Directions: MayaWalk Tours Main Office located between Tandoor Restaurant and Belize Bank Return point: Returns to original departure point
Options you can book
Barton Creek Cave Canoeing
Duration: 4 hours VAN Barton Creek Cave Canoeing: Enjoy the beautiful, and remote Barton Creek Cave by canoe in the morning or afternoon.
Barton Creek Cave with Zipline
This tour combines the beautiful Barton Creek Cave Canoe with a jungle zipline tour. Experience thejungle natural beauty of Belize by canoeing deep into a cave and then flying through the canopy!
Barton Creek and Big Rock Fall
Enjoy the beautiful Barton Creek Cave by canoe in the morning, followed by homemade lunch and a trip to the spectacular Big Rock Falls, a stunning waterfall in the Mountain Pine Ridge.
Barton Creek with Butterflies
Enjoy the beautiful and relaxing Barton Creek Cave Canoe followed by a visit to a lovely Butterfly Farm and Exhibit with amazing tropical butterflies, such as the Blue Morphos!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MayaWalk Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $120 to $190
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Ignacio.
How much does Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls cost?
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Prices start at $120 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Ignacio usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Ignacio is not rushed.
Is Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 50 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Ignacio, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls?
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Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Ignacio can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Ignacio and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half-Day Barton Creek Cave with Optional Zipline, Butterfly Farm Or Rock Falls start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Ignacio within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Ignacio?
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On Outty we rank every San Ignacio experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Tour and Picnic, Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio, Tikal SUNSET, Archeological focus and Wildlife Spotting Tour (South and East). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Ignacio?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Ignacio?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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