Macal River Canoeing
Rent a canoe for a self-guided tour of the Macal River. You’ll begin by paddling upstream from the Chaa Creek Lodge, before you float back to your starting point. The Macal River is an excellent place for canoeing because of the wildlife you can see on the banks of the river—you can expect to spot colorful birds as well as iguanas among the dense vegetation.
- Duration:
- 2 hrs
- Available Days:
- Every day
- Schedule:
- 4:30 PM
- Hotel Transport Included
- Mobile Ticket Included
- Offered in English, Spanish
During the dry season, from December to May, you will probably experience mostly flat, slow-moving water. From June to November, you may experience some class I rapids. These are especially fun and could be considered one of the upsides of visiting during the rainy season, assuming you’re ready for a peppy ride!
What to Bring
Swimsuit, optional water shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, and a waterproof camera
What's included
Transportation and canoe.
Transportation
Many of our tours and activities offer transportation pick up & drop off options from several locations and destinations. Options vary by tour, see “BOOKING REQUEST” for full details.
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Canoe down Barton Creek to see an enormous and mystical cave that played an important role in local Maya culture. Once you paddle inside, it’s easy to see why the Maya chose this awe-inspiring cave as a site for ceremonies. Guides on this half-day tour are well-versed in Maya history as well as natural history.
Take this tour into depths of the mysterious and enchanting Barton Creek Cave. Barton Creek flows through the cave, allowing you to paddle through its interior. This tour also introduces you to some interesting archeological remains.
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