angiedora Posted May 10, 2009 #1 Share Posted May 10, 2009 What type of shoes are best for cave tubing? Old tennis shoes or water shoes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelntreats Posted May 11, 2009 #2 Share Posted May 11, 2009 What type of shoes are best for cave tubing? Old tennis shoes or water shoes? I would bring a pair of flip flops for the drive... and a pair of old tennis shoes that you can give to the tour operator after the walk thru the woods (muddy at times) and thru the caves (they will get soggy !) to provide to folks in Belize who are in need. The Good samaritanship you offer is welcomed and appreciated ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcredmon Posted May 12, 2009 #3 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I would bring a pair of flip flops for the drive... and a pair of old tennis shoes that you can give to the tour operator after the walk thru the woods (muddy at times) and thru the caves (they will get soggy !) to provide to folks in Belize who are in need. The Good samaritanship you offer is welcomed and appreciated ! what about crocs. Would they be a good idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelntreats Posted May 12, 2009 #4 Share Posted May 12, 2009 what about crocs. Would they be a good idea? I would not suggest crocs... if they get wet, they can be hard to walk in and dangerous. A solid sole shoe is the best bet i.e. water shoe, tennis shoe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBallgrl Posted May 13, 2009 #5 Share Posted May 13, 2009 I do not recommend water shoes...my feet and toes were so sore afterwards from walking on rocks and stepping into them. Definitely wear sturdy tennis shoes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunFunCruiser Posted May 17, 2009 #6 Share Posted May 17, 2009 I've been twice, used old tennis shoes and left them there. brought flips with me, it was perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy53 Posted May 17, 2009 #7 Share Posted May 17, 2009 We just got back this morning from Carnival Freedom in Belize and we had about half the people with water shoes and the other half with old sneakers. Either would be fine but not crocks. I used water shoes and there are alot of rocks getting into the river and your feet do get a little sore with the water shoes. If I had to do it again I probably use old sneakers. But either would suffice.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcomet Posted June 11, 2009 #8 Share Posted June 11, 2009 so did you just carry your shoes to the site? then change ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eliot Ness Posted June 11, 2009 #9 Share Posted June 11, 2009 We wore water shoes the last time and they worked out very well. Tennis shoes would be fine too and it's a nice idea leaving them behind. so did you just carry your shoes to the site? then change ???You can just wear them and if you plan to wear flip flops back just carry one or the other in a small bag on the bus trip to the park. You'll want to have some bug repellent and some other stuff with you also anyway. There is a changing room at the park if you need to change. The tour guides leave someone there to watch the bus so whatever you leave behind is safe. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rummell95 Posted June 12, 2009 #10 Share Posted June 12, 2009 I love my KEEN's. They are a closed toe waterproof sandal with comfortable antibactial soles. They are comfortable for walking,hiking,kayaking,snorkeling,or any other water/hiking activity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusingfools Posted June 17, 2009 #11 Share Posted June 17, 2009 In my experience, you'll want to wear something that won't slip off your feet, provide traction when wet, and won't wear blisters. A hiking sandal or something that won't be rubbing on your skin will be ideal. Sneakers and flip-flops are a definite NO! make sure to put bug repellant on your feet and legs. The fire ants are bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelntreats Posted June 17, 2009 #12 Share Posted June 17, 2009 In my experience, you'll want to wear something that won't slip off your feet, provide traction when wet, and won't wear blisters. A hiking sandal or something that won't be rubbing on your skin will be ideal. Sneakers and flip-flops are a definite NO! make sure to put bug repellant on your feet and legs. The fire ants are bad. I have had no problems with sneakers in the past at all.... now flip flops would for certain be not too wise to wear ! I also always leave the sneakers at the property after the tour to donate to the locals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunFunCruiser Posted June 17, 2009 #13 Share Posted June 17, 2009 I have had no problems with sneakers in the past at all.... now flip flops would for certain be not too wise to wear ! I also always leave the sneakers at the property after the tour to donate to the locals. I've gone twice with snakers and they were perfect! I also left mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveJake Posted June 19, 2009 #14 Share Posted June 19, 2009 It all depends what kind of water shoes you have. I have a very good pair that I bought to climb Dunns River Falls, look like a good pair of sneakers and they were great. I would not wear the cheap kind that have very thin soles so sneakers would be better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rednose83 Posted June 29, 2009 #15 Share Posted June 29, 2009 I love my KEEN's. They are a closed toe waterproof sandal with comfortable antibactial soles. They are comfortable for walking,hiking,kayaking,snorkeling,or any other water/hiking activity. YES! Specifically, the Newport H2's. We did this excursion in Crocs- big no-no. I've never had such foot pain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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