Belize - Barrier Reef, Mayan Ruins, Caves and Jungle
Wild Planet's most value-packed Belize itinerary emphasizing wildlife and bird watching "off the beaten path". It includes:
Snorkeling on the Barrier Reef
Mayan Ruins
Rivers, Rainforests and Caves
Caye Caulker
Xunantunich
Jaguar Paw and Barton Creek Caves
Belize River and Black Creek Wildlife Float Trips
Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary
Tour Details
Duration
8 Days
Location
Belize
Season
December - August
Tour Type
Fully Guided
Nearest City
Belize City
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Belize
Activities
Multi-sport activities suitable for all skill levels and abilities, including:
Snorkel the world's second largest living Barrier Reef.
Hiking, wildlife viewing and bird watching in over three distinct regions.
Float down two remote jungle rivers to see monkeys and other wildlife.
Bird watching at a tropical lagoon, a breeding ground for thousands of birds.
Float a river into an underground cave, complete with ancient Mayan artifacts.
Explore two ancient Mayan Ruins.
Wild Planet's famous nighttime jaguar "hunt".
Guest Capacity
6-12
Accommodations
Jungle Lodges, Tropical Tree Houses and Beach Cabanas
The Ultimate Wildlife itinerary specializes in small, one-of-a-kind lodges. Great care has gone into the selection of lodging partners, with particular emphasis on lodges that offer outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities.
Dining
All meals included as detailed on your final itinerary.
About Liquor
BYOB
Rates
$2,298.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
Additional Rate Info
All prices reflect a 3% cash (or check) discount. Add 3% for credit card via PayPal.
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Tour Itinerary
Days 1-2: Caye Caulker, Barrier Reef Highlights: Naturalist-guided snorkeling, tropical islands, swimming with nurse sharks and eagle rays, explore a marine wildlife sanctuary.
Wildlife: Manatees, dolphins, nurse sharks, eagle rays and a tropical wonderland of underwater life.
Days 3-4: Mayan Ruins, Barton Creek Caves Discover the Mayan ruins of Xunantunich, including an ancient pyramid with panoramic views. Canoe an underground river into a spectacular cave. Dine in San Ignacio. Exciting riverside tree house jungle lodging.
Day 5: Community Baboon Sanctuary, Wildlife Canoe Adventure, Belize River Highlights: Canoeing, hiking, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and swimming.
Wildlife: Howler monkeys, tapir, coatimundi, agouti, otter, iguanas and "Jesus Christ lizards" that walk on water. Exotic parrots, trogans, and toucans.
Head deep into the jungle where wildlife is plentiful and undisturbed. Howler monkeys are very abundant here and easy to see up close. Paddle and hike in the heart of the sanctuary and end up at a riverside jungle lodge with monkeys right outside your cabin!
Day 6: Jaguar Paw Caves Float down a jungle river in innertubes into a recently discovered cave full of Mayan artifacts, bones, petroglyphs and more! This is a unique and fun day suitable for all ages.
Enjoy a naturalist-guided moonlight hike.
Wildlife: Kinkajou, olingo, ocelot, owls, rainforest frogs,
and an entirely different world of nocturnal animals.
Day 7: Remote Jungle Wildlife Adventure, Black Creek Highlights: Remote river teeming with rare wildlife.
Wildlife: Howler monkeys, coatimundi, agouti, paca, iguanas and other mammals, plus many extremely rare birds including agami herons, royal flycatchers, boat-billed herons and more.
This is hands-down the best canoe trip in Belize! No other company runs this remote stretch of river. There are more monkeys here than anywhere in Belize! Each bend of this river is home to a new troop. Also over 300 species of exotic birds.
Highlights: Tropical wetlands lagoon.
Wildlife: Endangered Jabaru stork, with the largest wingspan of any flying bird in the Americas. Flocks of ibis, woodstork, roseate spoonbills and other exotic waterbirds roost here by the thousands.
Bird watching doesn't get any better than this! Stay in the heart of the Sanctuary with one of Belize's top birding guides.
Day 8: Crooked Tree Return Home
This Package Includes
All transportation within country except international and domestic air not included. (No domestic air required.)
All activities flexibly designed to accommodate travelers with a wide range of skill levels. Instruction always included.
All lodging at exciting jungle lodges, tropical tree houses, and beachfront cabanas.
All meals as noted in your itinerary. Specializing in fresh seafood, tropical delicacies and endless varieties of fruit.
All Guides - Two bilingual, naturalist guides who absolutely love what they are doing. Their knowledge and enthusiasm is contagious and will awaken the wonder in you.
Predeparture packet with extensive trip information.
Notes
A detailed clothing and packing list is included as a part of the predeparture information packet, which you will receive upon making your reservation. Please note that there is NO camping on any Wild Planet Belize adventure.
Reservation Policy
More than 120 days prior to departure: A deposit of $350 per person will hold your space. $150 of this amount is a non-refundable registration fee. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Within 90 days of departure: Payment in full is required at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
To maintain an intimate group size, all fees are fully non-refundable after 90 days prior to departure. If you must cancel more than 90 days prior to departure, partial refund or credit may be available, less the non-refundable registration fee of $150. No refunds are possible after 90 days prior to departure.
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