Our small group departures can often avoid the massive large bus groups that can clog the river, adding to that "in the wild" feeling. After meeting your guide on the cruise pier, you will walk to your air conditioned transportation for the approximate one hour drive to the Caves Branch River and its winding path through the Maya Mountains and numerous ancient caves.

After picking up your tube, you will walk down to the adjacent river. This will be the spot where you finish your float. You will start the adventure by wading across the river holding onto a rope strung across the river. From here, you will set out on a 45 minute hike (not a walk) along a jungle trail that goes up and down over packed dirt through the jungle. Guests must be in good shape and able to keep up with the guide.

At the entrance of the underground cave system, there will be time (for the brave hearted) to experience a optional breathtaking 15 foot cliff jump into the river. Your guide will then hand out miner's lamps before you enter the water. You will float along on the gentle current that will take you through the cave system. Intricate crystalline formations line the cave and the majestic rise and fall of stalagmites and stalactites add to the serene opulence of nature. The float part of the adventure lasts approximately two hours depending on the current, and brings you back to the starting location.

After the float, walk back up to the transportation for the drive back to the pier.

Please note: As the river bottom is rocky, you must wear shoes (sneakers or water shoes) while tubing and they will get wet. Do not forget a towel and dry shoes for after the tour. Guests with special dietary requirements may need to bring a snack / power bar as tour duration is 5 hours.

Please note: Tour times listed are in local time. Depending on the time of the year, this may be up to 2 hours different than ship time.