Barton Creek Cave
Barton Creek Cave is one of the most fascinating wet caves in Belize. A tour of Barton Creek Cave involves gently paddling a two-man canoe across the cave’s still water, guided only by headlamps that light up the intricate stalactites and stalagmites that make up the limestone walls. It is one of the few wet caves in Belize where exploring doesn’t require swimming or tubing. Please note that the cave ceiling is quite low in places, and all visitors should be comfortable in dark.
In addition to the adventure element, Barton Creek Cave has historical significance in the Mayan world. Human remains and a substantial number of Mayan artifacts, including pottery and jewelry, have been discovered in the cave. Experienced guides will take you approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) inside the cave. Guides will also explain the history of the cave along the way.
This cave is located off of Chiquibul Road, which you will reach through Georgeville, located just east of San Ignacio on the Western Highway. All visitors are required to take a guide, and tours can be arranged in San Ignacio. For independent travelers with a rental car, equipment and guides are also available at the cave entrance. However, getting to Barton Creek Cave requires traveling approximately one hour on a very bumpy dirt road, as well as a river crossing. After heavy rains, the river crossing should not be attempted in a typical rental car.
Barton Creek Cave itineraries from local insiders
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8 Night Escape to Belize
This thoughtfully paced Belize journey blends jungle adventure, ancient Maya culture, and laid-back Caribbean island life into one seamless experience. You’ll begin in the lush Cayo District near San Ignacio, staying at a boutique jungle lodge surrounded by nature, with time for exploration, relaxation, and a guided canoe journey through the stunning Barton Creek Cave. Midway through the trip, you’ll transition from rainforest to reef, traveling by private transfer and water taxi to the easygoing island of Caye Caulker, where turquoise waters, snorkeling on the Belize Barrier Reef, and slow island rhythms set the tone for the second half of your adventure.
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Explore Belize Together
This 8 night Belize family adventure blends jungle exploration, cultural discovery, and relaxed island time into one seamless, easygoing journey. You will begin in the lush Cayo District near San Ignacio, then transition mid trip to Ambergris Caye, where warm waters and sandy streets set the tone for the second half of your adventure. With comfortable, well located accommodations and smooth transportation throughout, the trip is designed to feel simple, flexible, and stress free for the whole family.
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Experiences in Barton Creek Cave
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Xunantunich and Barton Creek Caves by Canoe
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Where to stay in Barton Creek Cave
From boutique lodges to luxury resorts, every Barton Creek Cave accommodation is hand-picked by our local insiders for location, comfort, and character.
Table Rock Jungle Lodge
At this lodge you will experience a completely unique hotel setting. Located in the middle of the Belizean Jungle the combination of nature and luxury service is unparalleled.
San Ignacio Resort
For a convenient and luxurious base camp in the Cayo District, this family-friendly resort offers everything travelers need to make adventure easy.
Chaa Creek Lodge
This lodge is in an untamed corner of Belize’s rainforest, near the misty foothills of the Maya Mountains. This resort has an impressive amount of activities on its grounds, and will pack your vacation full of the sites and sounds of the erstwhile kingdom of the Maya.
Midas Resort
This resort is conveniently located for visiting some of Belize’s most interesting Maya ruins and the small city of San Ignacio. It takes about 10 minutes to walk from the resort into downtown – you’ll stroll past the Macal River Park on your way to the local cafés, restaurants, and bars.
Cahal Pech Village Resort
This resort is situated near some of the Cayo District’s most interesting natural and cultural attractions. Staying in the jungle will give you the chance to experience the landscape of the ancient Maya.
Cassia Hill Resort
Cassia Hill Resort rises into the mountains above San Ignacio, placing ancient history and regional culture just five minutes away by car. The 25-room hotel resort sits in the interior of Belize, roughly two kilometers from historic Mayan ruins and local craft centers. The property lacks wheelchair accessibility, and airport transfers require advance booking for an extra charge.
Blancaneaux Lodge
This Francis Ford Coppola-owned property is luxurious to the last detail. The resort is certainly not rustic, though nestled in the lush vegetation of the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, it gets the best of both nature and human ingenuity.
