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River Kayaking From San Ignacio

San Ignacio, Belize
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Get your adrenaline pumping on a wet and wild half-day kayaking adventure down the Mopan River from San Ignacio. Soak up the beauty of the Belizean rainforest during calmer stretches, and test your paddling skills while navigating class I rapids with the help of expert guides.
  • Float past traditional river communities and lush jungle surroundings
  • See Belizean wildlife like howler monkeys, iguanas, and birds in their natural habitat
  • Ideal for beginning and intermediate kayakers
  • Pickup and drop-off from hotels within San Ignacio included

What's Included

  • Bottled water
    Bring Reusable water bottles
  • Snacks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off for hotels within San Ignacio Town limits
  • Use of kayaking equipment
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Pick up and drop off for Hotels outside San Ignacio Town limits

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We provide hotel pick up for hotels within San Ignacio town limits. For hotels outside of town, we can make arrangements for a small surcharge.

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Meeting point

  • 5W29+WX6, 46 Burns Avenue, San Ignacio, Belize

    Unit # 2 Inside the Belize Caving Expeditions Office

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

After morning pickup at your San Ignacio hotel, ride to base camp, where you'll be outfitted with a kayak, paddle, and safety equipment including a life vest and helmet. After a brief overview of safety essentials and paddling techniques, launch onto the currents of the Mopan River. This waterway winds through the lush western interior of Belize and still carries the same name given to it by the ancient Mayan people who once inhabited the area.

Float past traditional communities that line the riverbanks and through the unspoiled jungle landscape. During calm patches, soak up the beauty of the surroundings and keep an eye out for native wildlife such as black howler monkeys, exotic birds, and iguanas. Then, get your heart rate up as you tackle the thrill of class I rivers rapids — relatively mild white waters that are suitable for beginning and intermediate kayakers. Well-trained guides are on hand to offer assistance and ensure your safety. If you happen to topple over, not to worry; they will help you get back in your kayak and paddling along smoothly again in no time.

After conquering the mighty Mopan, dry off and relax on the ride back to your San Ignacio hotel in the early afternoon.
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Belize Family Adventure

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Bring reusable Water bottle
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Featured review

LoisandSteve_W
Our experience was amazing because of our knowledgeable and patient guide, Marvin. We saw howler monkeys, iguanas, egrets, a falcon and went through 10 rapids. Truly one of the most memorable excursions during our nine day stay in Belize.

Reviews

4.8
based on 8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Exceptional kayak experience

LoisandSteve_W, Jan 2026
Our experience was amazing because of our knowledgeable and patient guide, Marvin. We saw howler monkeys, iguanas, egrets, a falcon and went through 10 rapids. Truly one of the most memorable excursions during our nine day stay in Belize.

River fun

Dean_T, Feb 2025
Fun float trip. The rapids were doable for us novice kayakers and our guide was fun and knowledgeable.

Fantastic time and memories kayaking

ronald_s, Feb 2025
This expierence was fantastic. Cisco was our guide. He was knowledgeable of kayaking, the animals, culture, history etc. The kayaking excursion was exciting. They also picked us up from our hotel area even though it was a rough road to go thru. Thank you for the memories!

Leisurely River Kayak Tour

david_m, Aug 2023
Relaxing low effort kayak trip. Loved the tree swing towards the end. Rapids are very tame. Saw some cool birds and iguanas along the way.

Great Experience

Yasmin_L, Jul 2021
Had an awesome time! Our guide was engaging, knowledgeable about the local wildlife, and extremely patient. This was a fun experience, and i highly recommend it!

Incroyable

Aureliane_B, May 2022
une sortie très agréable et totalement seul au milieu de la rivière. Notre guide a partagé ces connaissances avec nous et nous a fait passer un moment unique. Merci

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