Barton Creek Tour
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
The Barton Creek Tour is one of the most relaxing canoe experiences where you will travel inside an ancient waterway canopied by cathedral ceilings as you observe numerous formations of stalagmites and stalactites. This tour is a half day tour and can be schedule at a time convenient to the guests (depending on the amount of persons booking the tour). Usual tour schedule for Barton Creek Tour: 8:30am 1:00pm
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- For half day tour snacks and refreshments are provided.
Itinerary
Barton Creek Cave is a stream cave located near San Ignacio in the Cayo District. It was used by ancient Mayan people for ceremonial purposes and it was discovered in 1970 and studied by archeologists in 1998. They discovered a necklace made of finger bones, large ceramics and human remains. As you enter Baron Creek, you will enjoy the scenery of the Mennonite Community and their traditional lifestyle. During the tour you will see sparkling crystal formation and learn about the Mayan history, archaeology and geology. The tour consists of exploring 1 mile of the massive 4.5 long cave which is still to be discovered. After returning to the park, you can complete the half day tour with a swim and a picnic. This tour is a half day tour that usually start at 8:30am. Depending on the amount of guests per tour an earlier time can be set or a time that is more convenient to the guests. Usual schedule time: 8:30am 1:00pm Things to know: Dress comfortable Est. time of tour: Approx. 3-7hrs Height: 40 in (minimum) Tour Package includes: Tour of Barton Creek Admission fee Use of Equipment Snack & Refreshments Towel Things to Bring: Sun Screen Bug Spray Camera Sturdy walking Extra Clothes to change
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Pick ups are made at Venus Hotel Belize, also tours can be arranged at Venus Hotel Belize front desk. We advise our customers to be at the front office 15 minutes prior to the time set for the tour.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Tukan Shuttles & Adventures
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please disclose honestly all pre-existing relevant medical conditions accurately and fully when booking a tour or service, which may impact your ability to participate or travel to remote areas without access to medical facilities or may adversely affect the experience of others on your tour. We will maintain your information in accordance to the company privacy policy.
How it compares in San Ignacio
- Its from-price is 12% below the median of the 71 day trips we list in San Ignacio.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 14 of 71.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About San Ignacio
San Ignacio is a market town in western Belize, set in the Cayo hills beside the Macal River, close to Maya ruins, caves and the Guatemalan border.
San Ignacio stands on a ridge above the Macal River, the main town of the Cayo District in western Belize, with its twin town of Santa Elena across the water. A Saturday market fills the centre with produce and crafts, and the main street has cafés, guesthouses and shops that serve the visitors who base themselves here to explore the forest and the ruins around it.
Top-ranked sights in San Ignacio: Actun Tunichil Muknal, Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, San Jose Succotz.
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