Zip Line and Cave Tubing thru Royal Caribbean

[JuliaMS]

Has anyone been on any of these tours? I am trying to tell the differences between 3 tours that do zip line and cave tubing. How much tubing is there? how long is the zip lining? There are 7 ship excursions that go tubing but at least only 3 that do zip line. Is there a difference between Jaguar Paw and Jaguar Cave? Are these 3 different locations or 3 tours thru the same caves?

 

Cave Tubing and Aerial Trek BE51 - description refers to Zip line (7 zip lines) thru Nohoch Chen Archaeological rainforest and tube thru Xibalba. It also mentions Caves Branch National Park

 

Jaguar Cave Zip Line Cave Tubing Combo BE08 - description refers to 7 elements on the zip line including zipling THRU Jaguar Cave and repelling 45 feet down a Malady Tree. Tubing is i Indian Creek thru Darknight Cave

 

Jaguar Paw Zipline & Crystal Cave Tubing with Lunch BED8 - starts at Jaguar Paw Jungle Camp. Zip line is 5 traverses. Tubing is thru Crystal Cave and an underground lagoon.

 

Thanks, Julia

[JuliaMS]

Here is the full details and timelines (Timelines from RCCL Shorex). It appears the first one has longer tubing. The Jaguar CAVE excursion is on private property and operated by Darknight so it does not go to the same place.

 

Cave Tubing and Aerial Trek BE51

6 hours

OVERVIEW

Prepare for an exhilarating experience as you zipline your way through Nohoch Chen Archaeological rainforest and tube through the Mayan underworld of Xibalba. Your zip-line adventure boasts an aerial view of the Belizean jungle and includes seven zip lines from 10 platforms. Following a tasty lunch, you will tube through a variety of cave systems in Xibalba and be awed by the intricate crystalline formations and stalagmites and stalactites that stand out in the dark. BE51

 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Zipline in Nohoch Chen Archaeological Park: Take an unforgettable aerial flight through the forest from 10 exciting jungle platforms.

• Cave Tubing: Meander through the awesome underground cave systems in Xibalba on an exciting tubing experience.

 

Start time: 08:30 AM

End time: 02:30 PM

 

0:30 Meet guests on the dock.

1:00 Travel time to Caves Branch National Park.

0:15 Issue equipment.

0:45 Hike to cave system entrance.

1:30 Cave tubing tour through cave system.

1:00 Lunch.

0:15 Walk to Aerial Trek start point and issue equipment.

0:45 Aerial Trek tour.

1:00 Travel time to Belize City docks.

 

Meal : Hamburgers, french fries, rice and beans, baked chicken, fish empanadas, fresh baked bread, pasta marinara, steamed vegetables, fried plantains, corn on the cob, flour tortillas, fruit salad, pasta salad, cole slaw, garden salad & potato salad

 

 

Jaguar Paw Zipline & Crystal Cave Tubing In Belize City With Lunch - BED8

6 hours 30minutes

OVERVIEW

Explore the lush tropical rainforest and ancient Mayan caves with this adventure. Feel the adrenaline rush ziplining across the jungles of Belize and tubing in crystal caves. Arriving at the Jaguar Paw Jungle Camp, home of the original cave tubing, you will have a short hike to the first canopy platform. You'll get safety instructions while highly skilled guides fit your harness. Soar 500 feet above dense flora and a former Mayan hunting ground. Then tube into a the sacred Mayan underworld of the mysterious and ceremonial crystal cave with high cathedral ceilings and stalactite-lined walls. Emerge in front of a "frozen water fall" column, then float into an underground lagoon bordered by a mini waterfall. Top off the tour with an all-inclusive lunch and open bar.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Zipline Adventure: Take five traverses across the jungle, soaring above Mayan hunting grounds and an ancient ceremonial cave.

• Tubing Adventure: Float into a sacred cathedral-like cave with mighty organ-pipe stalactites, finishing in an underground lagoon.

• Crystal Caves: Be "wowed" as you explore the sacred Mayan underworld and discover hidden pottery used in ancient ceremonies.

• Complimentary amenities: Enjoy a savory lunch, open bar and WiFi.

 

0:00 Pier Pick-up.

1:30 Transfer from Pier to Tour Site.

1:55 Walk to Dressing area/ Fitting of Equipment.

2:15 Demonstration of Zipline Activity & Walk to 1st Platform.

3:00 Zipline Tour.

3:15 Undressing of Harness/ Getting Tubing Equipment & safety Talk.

3:30 Hike to Cave Mouth and Loading on River.

3:45 Paddle to 1st Landing.

4:00 Walking tour of Cave.

4:30 Reloading on Tube and Paddle to Cave Entrance/ Walk back to Base Camp.

5:15 Changing/ Shopping for Photos and Snacks.

6:30 Transfer back to Pier.

 

 

Jaguar Cave Zip Line Cave Tubing Combo BE08

5 hours 45 minutes

 

OVERVIEW

One, two, three … go for exhilarating thrills amidst Belize’s spectacular natural surroundings on a combination tour that includes seven elements on a cavern zip line ride, a thrilling cave tubing journey, plus a rejuvenating meal. You’ll first meet a team of professionals who will provide all the necessary zip line gear — helmet, gloves and harness included. Then it’s go time: fly along cable lines through massive Jaguar Cave, whizzing between stalactites and under 100-foot cavern ceilings before landing on a suspended platform 30 feet above the cave ground. Next, fly the entire length of the cave before exiting the through the cave entrance on a suspended bridge, zipline above the rainforest canopy and finish over Indian Creek. Trek through lush green rainforest canopy across a suspended bridge and then rappel 45 feet down a giant Malady tree. Here is where you’ll drop your zip line gear and pick up your life jacket and inner tube for your aquatic adventure. Enter babbling Indian Creek and enjoy a leisurely float through shadowy Darknight Cave, where you’ll admire the dimly lit environs and encounter light rapids along the way. Back ashore at a local restaurant you can replenish your energy with a meal of Belizean delicacies including stewed chicken, coleslaw, rice and beans. BEO8

 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ziplining: Enjoy an exhilarating ride high above the ground through massive Jaguar Cave within the safety of harnessed cable lines.

• Cave Tubing: Float across Indian Creek’s calm waters in an inner tube, passing through Darknight Cave and light river rapids.

• Lunch: Replenish your energy and toast your adventure with a tasty meal of Belizean cuisine at a local restaurant.

 

 

1:20 Drive to Tourism Village.

0:10 Time spent at Tourism Village.

0:20 Changing Area to get geared up and shuttle to the start of the tour.

1:35 Tour.

0:20 End of tour and shuttle back to changing area.

0:05 Drive to Restaurant.

0:35 Time spent at Hell Gate Restaurant & Gift shop.

1:20 Drive back.

 

 

From RCCL *Please note that these times are to be used as a guide/reference, not an exact measure. All excursions are subject to change, including the order of the places visited. Our tour operators do their very best to follow the schedule, but unforeseen circumstances, such as traffic and weather, can impact arrival/departure times.

[TOMnLN]

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