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Rio Frio Cave
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This cave is located in a beautiful part of Belize and features Mayan relics and a 65-foot tall opening.
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CatherineBH
San Diego, CA320 contributions
Interesting Cave
May 2022 • Couples
We dropped by on our way back from Caracol mid-May. It’s dirt road driving here. There is no entrance fee and we were the only ones there. We brought a flashlight which was useful. It was a little eerie since there was thunder and lightning when we arrived so it was loud inside the cave. We would have gone further if it wasn’t for the unpredictable weather. It doesn’t look like a long cave.
Written June 12, 2022
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Utsala
Hendersonville, NC63 contributions
BIG cave. Easily accessible.
Jan. 2022
Not easy to reach, but if you are this far out, then you are probably on your way to or from Caracol. The roads ruff in spots. There is a nice paved trail down to the mouth of the cave. Cave is easily accessible, no crawling or climbing. There are bathroom facilities available.
Written January 19, 2022
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Sharon W
near Terre Haute IN105 contributions
Outstanding Cave for inexperienced cavers
May 2021
After a bumpy 30 mile drive on not so good roads (4 wheel drive or high clearance vehicle recommended. We had 2 wheel truck with an excellent driver.) we arrived at Rio Frio Caves. What a pleasant place for those of us who are not pro spelunkers. We scrambled over rocks and into the cave full of stalactites, stalagmites, a river, and sand bars. You could walk through to the twin entrance if you are willing to climb over things. They have recently added a picnic area and bathroom facilities near the road. Roads are being improved so be ready for construction. Definitely wear comfy hiking shoes or sandals. The best part is that we were the only ones there!
Written May 20, 2021
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Steven I
16 contributions
This is a very open cave.
Mar. 2020 • Couples
We had a blast climbing on the paths and rock of this cave. It had some interesting shaped stalagmites which resembled a nativity scene. It has a beautiful river running through it.
Written March 22, 2020
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AndreaN
Vancouver, Canada112 contributions
Nice big, accessible cave - definitely worth a stop!
Feb. 2020
The road to the cave is another very bumpy and narrow one, but the drive is not very long and the cave only a few meters from where you park.
This is an easily accessible, big cave and as you walk inside, you can even see the other end of it. Pretty spectacular and makes for very nice pictures!
Excellent stop on the way back from Caracol or a day in Pine Ridge Forest.
Written March 20, 2020
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Clint M
Barbeau, MI89 contributions
Great place to hang out in the middle of the hot day.
Feb. 2020
The place is huge. It's kind of a cave or maybe a REALLY wide arch, regardless, it's very cool. Both in appearance and temperature. My wife and I had the place pretty much to ourselves. When we came in two couples were leaving and while we were there four guys from England came in for a short visit. We spent close to two hours just enjoying the place.
Written March 14, 2020
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robertking52
West Hartford, CT35 contributions
A short, spectacular stop
Mar. 2020 • Family
This awe-inspiring stop initiates visitors to the significance and majesty of Belize’s system of caves. It’s a lot of driving for a short stop, but the mini-adventure is absolutely worthwhile.
Written March 12, 2020
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DaMama4
Camrose, Canada396 contributions
Big Beautiful Cabe
Feb. 2020 • Couples
Incredibly Large Cave to walk and take in. Very accessible from the parking lot.
The area is right smack dab in the middle of the Forest as you will see as you enter the road that leads to it. We unfortunately did not see any other wildlife except bug. The entry was huge. You can walk in and around to see it in it entirety. The geological structures are fascinating. They is a nature walk around the tunnel as well. Bring bug spray but worth it. Good for young children too.
Written February 26, 2020
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Tiffy_Bird
La Plata, MD569 contributions
Very Cool Cave Experience
Mar. 2019
My tour guide took us to Rio Frio Cave, and I'm so glad we visited! It's pretty easy to access, and the walk along the river, with sunlight filtering through the trees as you approach the cave is magical. Climbing around inside is pretty easy, too. There's light coming in from two ends, so visibility is pretty good. The best part is there was virtually no one else there. I wish I had seen some bats, but maybe we visited at the wrong time of day.
Written February 11, 2020
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Archie
Glenmoore, PA5,142 contributions
Massive case in the middle of the jungle
Dec. 2019 • Family
We had a tour guide for the day for mountain pine reserve. This was our first stop. It was amazing to walk through a forest area and arrive at this wonderful cave structure. We hiked through it to find a sandy beach! My son spent time digging in the sand. We could climb the rocks and get a view from the higher ground. It was a great experience. It is very unique.
Written December 27, 2019
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