Ian Anderson's Caves Branch Adventure Co

Location: Mile 41 1/2 Hummingbird Hwy., Belmopan, Belmopan, BZ

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Lodges

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Amenities & Facilities

• Meeting rooms
• Proposal/romance packages available
• Free WiFi
• Terrace
• Garden
• Luggage storage
• Designated smoking area
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Snorkeling nearby
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• Multilingual staff
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Meeting rooms
• Wedding services
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Free wired internet
• Ecotours on site
• Free self parking
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Safari on site
• Rock climbing on site
• Ziplining nearby
• Proposal/romance packages available
• Children's games
• Horse riding nearby

Rooms Available

• Jungle Cabana

  1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

  Overlooking the garden

  
  

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and towels

  Practical - Safe, highchair, and local maps

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Private bathroom
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Highchair
  • Local maps
  • Window screens

• 2 Bedroom River View

  2 King Beds

  Overlooking the river

  
  

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and towels

  Practical - Safe, highchair, and local maps

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Private bathroom
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Highchair
  • Local maps
  • Window screens

• Jungle Suite

  1 Queen Bed

  Overlooking the garden

  
  

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and towels

  Practical - Safe, highchair, and local maps

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Private bathroom
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Highchair
  • Local maps
  • Window screens

• 1 Bedroom River View

  1 King Bed

  Overlooking the river

  
  

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and towels

  Practical - Safe, highchair, and local maps

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Highchair
  • Local maps
  • Window screens

• Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Valley View

  1 King Bed

  764-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with valley views

  
  

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and towels

  Practical - Safe, highchair, and local maps

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Private bathroom
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Highchair
  • Local maps
  • Window screens

• Jungle Bungalow

  1 Queen Bed

  Overlooking the garden

  
  

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and towels

  Practical - Safe, highchair, and local maps

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Highchair
  • Local maps
  • Window screens

Guest Reviews

• Gaurav (10/5): - We had an excellent stay at the Ian Anderson’s Caves Branch Jungle resort. The staff was very friendly and helpful, as well as very accommodating throughout our stay. We enjoyed our time on and off the property thanks to very knowledgeable and friendly tour guides.
• Robert (10/5): - Amazing to hear all the jungle sounds. We saw monkeys, amazing gardens!
• Lola (10/5): The most beautiful place on earth! - We had an amazing time. The property is beautiful!
• Petra (10/5): - Cabin #16 was wonderful! Service was fantastic , we went kyacking, swimming in pool and river! Bitonical garden was fab Loved it
• Debora (10/5): - They have kept nature as the main focus and the staff were extremely accommodating.
• Jessica Ann (10/5): - Property was great, beds were comfortable, food was DELICIOUS, atmosphere was perfect, and everyone was friendly and helpful! Well thought out by Ian and Ella and well executed by them and their staff! Was really great to be able to talk to Ian in person since they live right above the lodge! Would love to come back but would CERTAINLY book direct with Ian's instead of through Expedia for this property in the future. Expedia makes it sound all-inclusive, but there were limitations (no bar snacks, only local-alcohol (not a huge deal for us) but no adventures were included (other than complimentary guided botanical gardens tour) since we booked through Expedia, whereas adventures would have been if we booked direct. Like booking through Expedia because we can book flights at the same time; and have never run into these discrepancies between all-inclusivity at other stays we'd run through Expedia. On the day our one excursion with the lodge was cancelled - due to weather - we found other activities to fill the 'void' quickly...checking out the Inland Blue Hole across the street from the property's driveway (just a short 10-20 min walk), walking the botanical gardens, and getting signed up that morning for afternoon horseback riding for our kids! We felt very safe and taken care of at Caves Branch and will recommend it to anyone! We'd love to come back for a longer stay to experience more of this wonderful country, property, and all the beauty and adventure it beholds!
• Teresa (10/5): - Outstanding service, jungle experience exceeds most 5 star resorts I’ve stayed at! Pools, bar, room, food outstanding!
• Caroline (10/5): The best adventure family stay - A fabulous few days spent in this unique place, in such a beautiful and natural setting. The staff were amazing, our boys especially loved Isreal our guide for the cave tubing and jungle trek. The place is stunning and so well cared for. We can’t wait to return .
• Mark (10/5): - unique tours, beautiful scenery and the staff was outstanding
• Verified traveler (10/5): A beautiful and adventurous gem in the jungle - Caves Branch is a beautiful place to stay, in the jungle surrounded by flowers, trees, and native birds. We (2 adults, 2 kids) stayed in one of the Jungle Suites, separated from other suites by trees; very private. It was wonderful to wake up in the morning and hear the birds singing, or listen to the distant sound of howler monkeys at night. There is a small botanical garden on-site, free kayaks that you can borrow to paddle on the river, and just walking the paths is lovely. The foods was incredible. A breakfast buffet with fresh fruit, omelet station, and pastries/pancakes every morning, a different 3-course dinner every night. We have dietary restrictions (1 lactose intolerant person, 2 gluten intolerant people) and we had plenty to eat. Vegetarians also have options, and I think vegans would do ok as well, though with less variety. You'd only be really restricted if you have multiple requirements, e.g. vegan AND gluten free. We did not do the tours the resort offers but heard great things about them from other guests. The only thing I'll note is that it is a combination of luxurious and rustic, as noted on the Caves Branch home website (though not necessarily on Hotels.com). The cabanas have screen walls (with curtains all around that can be closed for privacy), and some large bugs did get inside. There is an AC unit directly over the queen bed that will cool the bed area but not the whole cabin (bc of the screen walls). We loved it but it's not for everyone.
• Ravinder (6/5): Ian Anderson's cave review - Firstly the Pros. The resort looks amazing, great scenery and surroundings. They definitely try to create an experience. The food is fresh and a lot of care and attention is given to it, the portions are also good. Swimming pools is nice and it is next to a river which you can swim in or kayak if weather permits The cons. Although the service is great when it works, it is inconsistent, they don't always respond quickly. They muddled my son's birthday cake and gave us the wrong cake which got mixed up with a couples anniversary cake, this was a massive blunder and could not be rectified. The pricing of the food is not clear and transparent, sometimes it's a buffet and sometime a fixed menu but the pricing is not clearly communicated. The onsite activities are over priced especially when you include resort fees on top. You could book these directly for cheaper if you have a car Sometimes it feels they pester you with booking activities There is no wifi in the rooms which is not great when it rains as you are mostly stuck in your room The rooms don't have windows instead they have mosquito nets, so if it gets really hot the AC in the room is not effective
• Jayme (10/5): - We had an incredible experience at Caves Branch! It was a highlight of our trip :) The property is beautiful, make sure to tour the botanical gardens! We loved the cave waterfall adventure, wished we stayed longer to do all the activities. The pool and river are an excellent touch and fun to explore. The staff and food were unreal. Highly recommend this place!
• Daniel (10/5): - Super friendly staff. Not just a place to stay but an experience! Heard Howler Monkeys each day and staff shared a baby Boa Constrictor that was caught on site. Amazing!
• Catherine Dawn (10/5): - Absolutely incredible! The staff, tours, food, atmosphere; all of it amazing! Can’t wait to go back!
• cpwardsies19 (10/5): Amazing stay for family of 4 - This small resort was an amazing experience for our family of four! The treehouse was amazing, cool at night, and floor-to-ceiling windows that afforded a beautiful view and sounds of the jungle. Food was delightful (all-inclusive is the way to go), and everyone who worked there was friendly, helpful, and seemed proud to be a part of sharing their country with travelers. We only went on one expedition (wish we had stayed long enough to do more), and that was great. I spoke with other guests who had some really amazing experiences, we chose the caves tour since we had young children and we all had a blast. Would love to visit again sometime!! Belize is beautiful
• Paul (10/5): Better then any explanations - The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. The resort was out of this world, like a real life Pandora. I only wish they could put a couple of chairs and a small table in our room.
• Randey (10/5): - Highly recommended
• Robert (10/5): - Bungalows are private. Flowers and towel art every day. Great food. The garden walk and open air greenhouse was amazing and very educational. Great for families and lots of options for excursions or just relax by the pool or kayak on the river.
• Alida (8/5): - While the resort is lovely, we were a little disappointed in the food and beverages. No complaints about the service, but the choices were limited and a bit lacking. Five stars to the staff and surroundings!
• neal (10/5): - Staff was very accommodating to our needs. Facility, staff and suites were very nice. Wish we had a bug net around the bed. That being said it was everything as advertised. Neal from Alberta, Canada
• Kelsey (10/5): So peaceful surrounded by nature - I can’t say enough good things about this place! The service, the food, the grounds, the adventures! We had an amazing 3 night stay here and felt so comfortable surrounded by nature. It is absolutely beautiful but what really makes this place are the people. Every single person we encountered was kind and hospitable. There were a lot of young children there during spring break and my son loved having others to play with and everyone was so patient and accepting. We loved how it felt so homey have dinner all together every night and loved every minute of our stay.
• Nicola (10/5): - We really enjoyed our Caves Branch stay. The staff were all exceptional and the ease of the meals (family style buffet) and tours made decision making really easy. Thanks to Arnold and Kenry for our river cave tubing tour. We learned a lot about Mayan history and Arnold was extremely patient with our slow moving family. Kenry helped my son jump into the river at the end of the tour. Cali at the bar was lovely as well, and the restaurant staff all referred to my daughter by name. I do think the friendliness and warmth of the staff sets this resort apart. My son loved the mini baguettes! Lastly, jungle critters are part of the experience and i appreciated the staff politely escorting them out of our cabana without mocking us.
• Cody (10/5): - It was such a beautiful location, everything was meticulously maintained and staff was so kind. It was definitely a place that I will be going back to, it was the most beautiful resort!
• Hilary (10/5): - The property was so beautiful with its pool and waterfall and jungle grounds which were immaculate. All the staff were so friendly and accommodating. The food was spectacular. We only got to spend one night but wish it could have been at least four. This is the best hotel to stay in all of Northern Belize! Highly recommend!
• Amanda (10/5): - Such a unique spot. Relaxing and beautiful jungle. Staff is great too
• Kristie (10/5): - An amazing experience right in the jungle. Beautifully groomed and well kept. A nice small feel without too many guests. Everyone was so friendly. The excursions were unbelievable and I didn't hear a negative comment from any of the guests. Tour guides were outstanding
• Shannon (10/5): - We had an amazing time at IAn Andersons! Stunning grounds and excellent staff. The food was amazing too! We are definitely coming back next year. 🤗🌴💫
• MaldivesComplete (8/5): Charming jungle oasis - We were intrigued by Belize because the coral reef off its eastern coast features islands allegedly the most similar to the Maldives of anywhere in the world. We thought that we could enjoy the tropical island (with diving) holiday while also having a few days to explore the rainforest jungle. We were blessed by a friend who lived in Belize and was able to give us some guidance in our planning and she said that one of the best rainforest lodges was Caves Branch. When we arrived, the property was a bit disappointing: • Appearance - The professional photography made the place look more polished and luxurious than the slightly faded and dated décor turned out to be. • Misleading Naming – The “Rvierview Treehouse Lodges” were more “Treetop” than “Treehouse” (ie. they were not in a tree, but perched on a slop so they looked over trees). And the jungle is so lush that there is no view of the meandering river below that the lodge faces. • Internet – There was no in-room internet. The only internet was at the dining area where there was no real comfortable seating. My wife and I enjoy reading our digital newspapers, catching up with friends (and sharing stories about our adventures), and staying on top of some work things (which allows us to extend our trip longer). Furthermore, the wifi wasn’t that strong. Mobile data in Belize is very limited so one really is dependent on Wifi. But the property grew on us quickly and we were quite delighted by experience: • Pool – A charming pool overlooking the adjacent meandering river and to relieve one from the humid heat. • Jungle Experience – Our main motivation for going to Caves Branch was to experience the jungle. And Caves Branch immerses you into it like nowhere else. It shoves you right into the thick of the rain forest among the treetops. The villas are little more than a screened in porch so you feel the jungle air and hears the jungle sounds intimately. One of the most memorable adventure experiences of our lives resulted from this intimacy being startled awake at 2:00 am by what my wife thought was a saber-toothed tiger, and I thought was the alien from the “Predator” film. • Bed – The bed had some sort of memory foam top cushion which made it one of the most comfortable beds I hafe ever slept in. Excursions • Mayan Temple – We felt we had to do see a Mayan Temple being in the neighbourhood and not hearing much about Mayan Temples (as opposed to the Inca’s Machu Pichu, or the Aztecs), I feared the trip might be a trek to some rubble in the woods. But it was quite impressive and well worth the day’s visit. In particular, I had always wondered how do giant temples “go missing” and then get excavated. Well, the trip demonstrated how that works exceedingly well.
• Derek (10/5): - We had an amazing time, treated properly was an amazing experience
• David (10/5): - This is one of the best places I ever stayed at. If you like a rainforest, / jungle setting, then this is by far one of the most peaceful, beautiful areas you could go to. Amazing staff and a overall fantastic experience. I picked it from expedia, and I am very glad I did. The grounds are beyond amazing, with its flora and beautiful pool and cabins. Nothing could have been better and I will be returning soon.
• Yezid Rubio (10/5): - The property is a very unique property which offers a nice stay with opportunities of incredible views in the tropical jungle of Belize. My wife and I experienced a one week trip to the property that we will never forget as it offered such a different experience. It's not just a property which offers adventurous/exciting excursions. If you enjoy being in nature, the place is a must! The bird watching and horticulture experience is exceptional. We were able to join the owners and staff for their 2024 Halloween costume contest which was cool to be a part of. Unfortunately, we couldn't do everything due to rain but the staff was very accommodating and helped us plan alternative activities on short notice. We are now planning to bring our two kids (21 & 24) to the property sometime in the future as Belize is a country you should visit at least once in your life.
• Debbie (10/5): - Amazing place, the perfect balance between nature, privacy and comfort. We loved the place, the staff and the adventure tours available.
• Lezlie (10/5): - The staff was awesome! From chats prior to arrival (super responsive) to reception, check in, restaurant and check out. The treehouse accommodations were fantastic. Food was off the hook delicious. Botanical gardens and pools were mind blowing…soooo beautiful. Heard lots of monkeys. The owner was very involved, engaging and ensured every detail was perfect. Couldn’t recommend more highly-best in belize!!!
• Meisha (10/5): - My kids and I enjoyed every thing about this property.
• Lisa (10/5): - One of the most beautiful resorts I have stayed at. The canopy treehouse we were staying in had extraordinary view, and we enjoyed the beautiful outdoor shower. We were able to watch monkeys in the treetops, bids, butterflies were also frequently sighted. A great place for anyone who loves nature. The staff was exceptional! The food was also 10/10. Overall great experience.
• Hugh (10/5): - So glad we found this gem! Beautiful gardens on the property and all of the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and really seem to enjoy working there. The cave tubing was a bunch of fun and they made accommodations for our two small children. 10/10 would recommend and we hope to return.
• Mitchell (10/5): - Incredible spot with super friendly staff. You are in the jungle and it shows in every way. The sounds at night make the price of admission worth it alone. Being on a lazy river and having a cool pool is icing on the cake. Had one issue with our first room but they got it all squared away.
• Linda (10/5): Wonderful - Really wonderful place to stay. Very attentive staff and good food
• Jamelyn (10/5): - This was an amazing and reasonably priced one of a kind experience. Great staff. Great meals. Great stay!
• Kimberly (10/5): - We stayed in a jungle cabana surrounded by the sounds of the jungle. There was an air conditioner above our bed that kept us cool during the hot June nights. The grounds were wonderful and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Pure jungle - Absolutely a wonderful place, as adventurous as it gets. The tree house was stunning. The staff super courteous. Highly recommended.
• Dhaval (10/5): - Ian Anderson’s Cave Branch Adventure was simply amazing. The setting in the jungle was truly beautiful almost to a spiritual level. It was completely refreshing staying there in nature. One of the best parts was all the staff including the adventure guides. Everyone was so nice, friendly, and hospitable. They made you feel like you belong there and were part of their family.
• Victor (10/5): - Super cool cabins in the rainforest on a river. Full of birds and nature. Lots of day hikes and river/cave tubing.
• LightPacker21071 (10/5): Gorgeous views and incredible tours! - Each night of stay includes a single tour. They have many to choose from at all different intensity levels both on the property and off property. We stayed in treehouse 23 (2nd highest, 22 is the highest). These are houses on stilts build on a high hillside at tree top level. There are many steps leading up to your tree house, but the views are worth the climb. There’s a covered outdoor porch with couch. Nice breeze late night/morning. Relaxing secluded covered outdoor shower (my preferred shower) in addition to a traditional 3/4 large bathroom indoors. The main living area was screened from a tall vaulted ceiling to floor, had sofas and chairs, ceiling fans, bunk bed, carved wood furniture, and plenty of storage. 2nd level is up a few stairs and overlooks the living room. There is a canopy king bed, more storage and a/c unit above the bed. Upstairs, there is a rooftop porch with outdoor dining table with umbrella and hot tub. The staff are attentive and went beyond our expectations. There’s even an early morning tea/coffee service with a tray of light breakfast items that they bring up the stairs and drop off at your treehouse. Breakfast and dinner are buffet style and dining room seating is assigned differently daily so families sit next to each other to discuss all of their tours and experiences. Lunch is included with your tours. The tour guides were all experienced, very knowledgeable on the area, terrain, and cultural history, trained in safety protocols by firefighters and climbing experts, and most importantly, fun! A special thanks to Telma, Jesus, Kenry, and Pedro for our wonderful tours. It’s obvious why other resorts book tours with Ian’s Cave Branch for their guests, as well.
• Jeanne (10/5): - A fantastic stay. This is a very special place. Our cabana was completely private, including both an indoor and an outdoor shower. A short walk through the jungle brought us to the road and all of the other offerings including the pool and restaurant. They took care of all of the bookings for our adventures.
• Frank (10/5): great experience - great place, friendly staff, great location. the bungalow was all screened in no windowhich made you feel like you were sleeping in the jungle.
• Melissa (10/5): - Delightfully surprised with our stay! A fantastic property with amazing staff, great accommodations and delicious food. It rained for most of our stay, BUT, I wouldn't trade it for the world. It was a fantastic experience and we very much look forward to returning
• McKenna (10/5): - First time staying at Ian Anderson’s Cave, it was pleasant to say the least. The staff were definitely the highlight due to how friendly & accommodating they were. Just be cautious which suite you’re staying in because it can be a lot of walking; stairs. Overall, excellent stay and everything was more than reasonably priced.
• João (10/5): - Unique place. We love it there. The landscaping is impeccable. The staff goes above and beyond. The swimming pool is so fun for the family, with two waterfalls and a hot pool. Hard to get so close to nature and at the same time be so comfortable anywhere else. The view from the cottages by the river is breathtaking, the room is cozy and the decoration is great.
• carole (10/5): - Warm and friendly staff who were always ready to help. Lovely place, very clean , comfortable and relaxing.
• carole (10/5): - A beautiful property with lush jungle foliage which was well taken care of. The pool and decks were relaxing, the bungalows were spacious and comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The tours they arranged were close by and the guides were wonderful. A spectacular holiday spot.
• Scott (10/5): - From the moment we stepped on property we had the feeling that we had found a special place in the jungle. The facilities were great, the tours were fun, but what made the resort different from all the others was the staff. My kids laughed and joked with them the entire time. The dinner service was fantastic with a four course dinner and two dinner options available each not. We traveled to other areas in Belize after leaving Caves Branch. However, my daughter said we should have saved the best for last because all the other hotels pale in comparison to our stay at Cabes Branch. Thanks to Geovani, Thomas, Leo, Alexander, Junior and all the other staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make it such a memorable stay.
• Phillip (10/5): - We stayed for a week and enjoy every moment of it. From the spectacular views of the jungle to exploring the histories of the Mayan and explore the historical cave. This was the most spectacular, and unique experience I have done. The only down side I can say is lights! Lights being set upon the wall way towards your rooms it gets really dark. Rather than that the stay was beautiful and will definitely be back in the future.
• Monica Ovalle (10/5): - Ideal surroundings for a nature trip. Easy to explore different areas of Belize
• Jeany (10/5): - The property is stunning nestled in the jungle. The pool, restaurant and facilities are awesome. The food and drinks are top notch. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The treehouse rooms blew us all away, and we quite enjoyed the outdoor shower. We loved being woken up by the call of howler monkeys! By far, it was the best place we stayed at in Belize.
• Jennifer (10/5): - This hotel is really special. Sits in the heart of the jungle but has a 5 star feel. loved everything about it including our out door shower. sooo cool!
• Indhra (10/5): - We had stayed in a variety of locations across Belize, and this was by far our favorite. Situated in beautiful natural jungle surroundings, the rooms were very private & amazing and you can hear the beautiful sounds of the jungle around you. The staff were fantastic and the tours are well organized and easy to book. There's no internet or tv in the room which is perfect for recharging too. We will definitely recommend it and try to come back!!
• christine (10/5): - We were only at Cave’s Branch for 2 nights after 4 days out on the cayes. We really enjoyed the tree house bungalow with the amazing views. Best of all was falling asleep and waking to the sounds of all local wildlife. We had a really great 4 course dinner of but more food than we’re used to eating at one time. All the staff were extremely attentive and helpful. The pool and surrounding flowering plants were incredible. We cave tubed 1/2 day which was interesting but water was low. Our only regret was not making it to the Mayan ruins. Next trip I guess!
• Felicia (10/5): - Great experience with basic modern comforts but with the charm of a jungle experience. Highly recommend for romantic/adventure getaway.
• Rowa (10/5): - It was an amazing trip and excellent resort! You have to go. I love the place, the view, very quit and the tours are very fun! We did the tubing, in the cave. Amazing tour, you can stay cool while its hot outside and you learn a lot. We went to the Zoo, Christain made it fun and took us to a restaurant with funny signs we were laughing all time. We also went to the Mayan Ruins, its tiring but fun, make sure you dress light and stay hydrated. Staff in the resort made our trip excellent. Very friendly staff. Tania, Angleita, Vector, Jose, Robert, Christian, Arnold and all of them nice and welcoming, and very professional! The room was just outstanding, be ready to make your workout for the week in one climb up 😆. The view was amazing. We were able to cleanse the stress of the whole year. One thing, be careful when dealing with Gio (one of the front desk team members) he will try to play smart, but he is sometimes confused about shuttle and tour prices, but he is nice and once you set the rules with him he would then help you!
• sarah (10/5): - The lodge is made for outdoor lovers. It was a beatiful property. Lots of birds, monkeys, and some other wiildlife spotted. Very freindly staff. Beds were comfortable. You will definitly need a flashlight because the paths are not well lit at night and it is dark after dinner. Also, the only thing I did not like was the group seating. For an introvert like myself, this style of dining was a bit of a an axiety overload. However, the food was good. Overall a good place to go.
• 872annej (10/5): Adventure for the whole family - Our entire family, from preschool age to high school and adults, had an amazing time here. There was something for everyone - from watching and listening to monkeys outside our room, learning about ancient Mayan culture and current Belize society from knowledgeable guides, enjoying the delicious breakfast and dinner buffets and the beautiful property and botanical garden, to the multilevel pool with waterfalls and swim up bar.
• stephanie (10/5): - We absolutely loved this place. Beautiful lodge, amazing adventures, friendly staff.
• Christina (10/5): - The website doesn’t do it justice. Beautiful property! Excellent staff! We went cave tubing with Telma and Estra - they were the best tour guides we’ve ever had! It was an amazing experience!
• Matthew (8/5): - Liked the garden, didn't like communal dining.
• Daniel (10/5): - Great option for jungle adventure travel.
• richard (10/5): - It is a beautiful property.
• ila (10/5): - Excellent in all respects
• Tessa (10/5): - Everything was great
• Scott (10/5): - This was our first stay in the jungle. The facility was incredibly unique and beautiful. The entire staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The tours were fantastic and safe.
• Stéphanie (8/5): - Very nice rooms, pool, gardens and venue. Food was average especially for the very high price. Staff not all well trained nor efficient. No printed information about menus, prices.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Wonderful beautiful Hotel and Staff - This hotel is beyond wonderful! Not only because you are completely surrounded by amazing nature but also the delicious food and it’s beautiful-cozy rooms. The staff is absolutely amazing,super kind, friendly and helpful and that really makes a difference on the experience of a stay. Thank you so much to all for making our stay such a wonderful one! We will definitely be back!
• Sarah (10/5): - We had a great stay at this beautiful property.
• Jon (10/5): - Fantastic place. Set near the river in the jungle near some great adventuring spots. Food was great, pool was great, room was great. Will definitely come back again
• Rayna (8/5): - Unique family oriented adventure place. Only AC was bad
• Richard (10/5): - What an amazing paradise! After traveling around Belize for a few days, my wife and I were referred to Ian Anderson's Caves Branch Adventures. We had 2 nights booked at another location before returning home and canceled one night to visit Ian Anderson's. To say it was beautiful is an understatement. We instantly felt slowed down after the long floral path leading to the resort with a welcome drink in hand. Literally hundreds of different colorful birds flying around with LOUD howler monkeys climbing in the trees alerting other vocal monkeys of their location. Before settling into our room we chose to cancel the other location and spend our final 2 days at the Caves. My wife and I counted dozens and dozens of different hummingbirds and colorful birds we’ve never seen as we relaxed in the pool. Mornings feel like awakening in heaven as the birds and animals sing a grateful song that echoes over the river and through the mountain side. Our adventure into Footprint Cave was absolutely unbelievable. Actually walking the same footsteps as ancient Mayans with geological proof frozen in stone over thousands of years was breathtaking and spiritual. Our guide Julio must have been chosen by the spirits because his passion is pure and natural. Gio and the rest of the staff were all very attentive,very informative and knowledgeable about their location and country in this simple peaceful relaxing adventurous place. Our family will absolutely be returning!
• Jake (10/5): - We had a great experience here. The staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly and the jungle grounds were medicine for the soul.
• Elliot (10/5): - This was the most amazing place I have ever stayed at. The rooms, the staff and the property are perfect. The adventures they offer are once in a lifetime and led by the most incredibly skilled, friendly and talented guides.
• Jordan (10/5): - Incredible! Staying at a place like this should be on any traveler's bucket list. Top class accomodations and spending time in the jungle is unforgettable. Awesome place all around.
• Jacqueline (10/5): - Beautiful property! Thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay
• Robin (10/5): - Unique and well built property with beautiful gardens. Lots of activity options with expert guides. We stayed in a bungalow surrounded by plants. Good local cuisine and friendly staff.
• Chris (10/5): Tree house! - Upgraded us to a tree house!!
• Kathy (8/5): - Beautiful, well maintained and a unique experience! Only negative was the bed mattress - it was not comfortable - was lumpy & sagged toward the center. Otherwise a resort worth visiting. The botanical gardens were magnificent & signage was great!
• Lyndon (10/5): - Life-time memory. Every amenity is beyond advertised except the gaze upon clear nights for a stunning view of the star-studded sky. Beautiful skies during the day but at night cloudy. The howler monkeys were fabulous and let you know it was going to rain for about 10-15 minutes. We have stars in New Mexico so I preferred the monkey ambiance the 4 days we were on-site.
• Richard (10/5): - The people where really nice, very cool environment.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - An exceptional experience! Not only do they offer enough adventures to keep everyone happy, the staff members are fantastic! I'd recommend this resort for any person or family wanting to be taken care of during your stay! Loved our Caves Branch experience.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - The Cave adventures are AWESOME! Ivan,the guide, is great!!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We really loved staying at Caves Branch! The guides were great and so was the food. A few of the tree houses are way up there (but not all) and ours required us to walk 10 flights of stairs to get there but they are amazing and it was a free upgrade for us so it was worth it. This is a magical place. If you like adventure you must try the waterfall trek. Best adventurous excursion I’ve ever been on. We will be back even though we don’t typically travel to any place twice.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We stayed in a luxury canopy view treehouse. It was absolutely spectacular and JUST LIKE THE PICS! Their dining options were limited, I suspect due to just recovering from Covid times so not offering banquet style multiple options. We wished for a better stocked bar and stronger drinks. Their excursions are quite active and a tad expensive. They are located in a central area if you want to rent a car and explore on your own. All staff was exceptional. It’s not a posh resort but an amazing jungle experience. Well equipped for children, if you so choose. We enjoyed the romance of being alone in the trees.
• Verified traveler (4/5): - The property was beautiful HOWEVER the establishment itself if very DISHONEST! They tried to be slick and charge an extra 343 dollars and tell me it was added fees. The charge itself was called combined charges. I literally wrote down everything service I used daily because I read in another review about surprised charges so I kept everything in my notes. When I was checking out they gave me an itemized bill and when I questioned the charge they gave me everything lie in the book. Saying it was taxes and fees from the Belize government. Then it was resort fees. I called them days before I checked in and asked if they was additional resort fees because usually Expedia will let you know if there are and there were none when I booked but I still called to make sure and the lady Lisa said no that I paid everything through Expedia. So when I was checking out with Giovanni, who is another liar, I told him to call Lisa and Lisa lied and said she never told me that. This went on for about 20 minutes. Giovanni kept telling the accountants were checking it out but still tried to lie about 343 dollars being a combination of things who made no sense. It wasn’t until I stated that I was reporting them that he came back and said a second account found that made a mistake and was charging everyday for the zoo fee which a lie because I was there for 7 nights so if the charged me everyday 25 extra dollars it’s still wouldn’t be 343. Giovanni also lied the first day saying he was giving me a d
• Verified traveler (10/5): - This was a very unique property. Literally you feel like you are living in the jungle. A great experience!
• Verified traveler (6/5): - I did not like the unexpected charhes to my room. My family members went to have breakfast and expected to pay separately for there food. It was charged to my room. They did not explain that the meal was in US dollars. The breakfast was 3x the charges that it would have been if we ate at a restaurant in Belmopan. It was a rip off.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Amazing and wonderful open air eating facility, beautiful grounds full of birds and plants, staff couldn't be more helpful and accommodating. You'll be so glad you came!
• Brian (10/5): This place is AMAZING! - Seriously!! What an amazing place! From the minute we arrived, it was an incredible experience. The welcome drinks were delicious, the grounds are immaculate and the treehouse rooms were luxurious...and it’s in the middle of nowhere! So secluded and the treehouse rooms are just so cool! We didn’t want to leave. The best service, food and drinks with awesome staff. Everyone was so friendly. The hot tub was a huge bonus too since it was chilly during our stay. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay for more than one night. If anybody ever asks me about Belize the first thing I’m going to think of is Ian Anderson’s cave branch lodge!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Beautiful, great staff, pretty good food. Wish we could have staffed longer
• Lori (10/5): - Adventure tours were all fantastic with small groups and terrific guides. We stayed in one of the 4 unique canopy Treehouses (very clean, great layout, fun!). Nice variety of food -- 3 course meal at dinners -- which was excellent and all healthy (locally sourced, made that day). Botanical grounds were incredible too. Staff was excellent and learned our names and likes quickly. Totally positive experience!
• Verified traveler (8/5): Slice of Paradise, but... - Great facilities and accommodations. A location that can’t be beat! The only weirdness was showing up for dinner the first night and not knowing that the meal was a family-style buffet (which was pretty okay...the exception being the stellar cheeses made on-site) with assigned seating with other groups of people you don’t know, including employees who were trying hype the property. The property doesn’t need it! If you’re wanting a quiet meal alone with your group and would like to order more distinctive cuisine, you’ll want to go offsite to another location.
• Cathy (10/5): - Wow what a special place this is. The accommodations the adventure trips and staff are top flight plus Ian is a fierce advocate for the preservation of the environment and the welfare of the Belizean people
• 1974beckmac (10/5): Off the beaten path with all the amenities - Off the beaten path but with all the amenities of first class accommodations. The excursions offered by the resort were so incredible! Best spelunking experience so far for me) The food was delicious and the “community” dining was really neat. Best towel animals I’ve ever seen. The kids were so excited to return to the room each day to see what new towel creature had been created! Needless to say the view from the tree house was stunning! The staff was conscientious and very helpful. I was there with a group of 11 people and everyone had a great time. I have recommended this resort to many other people.
• erikak802 (10/5): Wonderful Retreat - Beautiful. Natural. Relaxing. Excellent recreational activities- tubing, caves, waterfalls. Wonderful staff- feel more like friends. Great for both millennials who want to drink and families. Meals are communal. You pretty much sit with a different group every day. It has a special camp feel to it. I had a lot of fun talking to all the guests about each activity and helping each other decide which ones we should do the next day. Good drinks. It really feels like a getaway from real life and cities. I thought we were just getting a room but it was a private cabin with a porch and hammocks surrounded by jungle. Bathroom was clean and updated. They even placed flowers on the towels.

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