Belize Explorer: Ambergris Caye

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Journey through cathedral shaped caves, spot wildlife along the banks of the Macal River, and explore winding trails in the Belizean rainforest. Then discover the jungle clad ruins of Tikal where the ancient Maya once held their royal courts. End your Belize vacation with two days at our beachside hotel on Ambergris Caye - snorkeling, diving or fishing by day...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the Belize Zoo, where in typical Belizean fashion animals roam 29 acres in large natural enclosures. Jungle lodge is tucked next to the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve and Roaring River.
    • Explore the many trails and river that flow through the Pooks Hill property.
    • The Macal River for your first introduction to Belizean wildlife.
    • Visit the Maya ruins of Xunantunich, once a major ceremonial site and the second tallest ruin in Belize
    • Tikal's towering pyramids rise above the thick jungle canopy like stoic sentinels of ancient mysteries.
    • You can take a PADI scuba diver Resort Course, explore the island by bicycle, rent a catamaran or just relax on the beach

What's this trip about?

    Journey through cathedral shaped caves, spot wildlife along the banks of the Macal River, and explore winding trails in the Belizean rainforest. Then discover the jungle clad ruins of Tikal where the ancient Maya once held their royal courts. End your Belize vacation with two days at our beachside hotel on Ambergris Caye - snorkeling, diving or fishing by day and relaxing to the Caribbean rhythm in the evening. A complete adventure with a wide taste of what Belize has to offer in just 8 days.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityBelize
End CityBelize

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird Watching
  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Independent
  • Nature
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • 7 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners
    • 7 Nights Accommodations: 2 Nights Hotel, 5 Nights Lodge
    • 5 Days Private Guide Service
    • 1 Day Locally Hosted Guide Service
    • International Arrival Transfers are included.
    • Gear Rental
    • Snorkeling gear included

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Belize

Meals: Dinner

Arrive at the Belize City airport and transfer to your jungle retreat. Time permitting, stop at the Belize Zoo, where in typical Belizean fashion animals roam 29 acres in large natural enclosures. Your jungle lodge is tucked next to the Tapir Moun...

Day 2: Belize Jungle

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Spend today relaxing and settling into your jungle lodge. The day is yours to explore the many trails and river that flow through the Pooks Hill property. Take a guided hike in old growth forest, float along the jungle river or just relax and listen to the wildlife that surrounds you.

Day 3: Rio Macal and Xunantunich

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After a leisurely morning, you will set out to down the Macal River for your first introduction to Belizean wildlife. Your guide will help you spot iguanas, peccaries, coati mundis and a myriad of bird life. After lunch in tow...

Day 4: Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today wake early for our unforgettable adventure into the Maya underworld. You will begin our journey from our lodge doors, crossing creeks and journeying deep into the Belizean jungle to the opening of the sacred Actun Tunich...

Day 5: Tikal

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Rise this morning for an early breakfast before departing for the three hour drive to the magnificent Tikal ruins, just over the border in Guatemala. Tikal's towering pyramids rise above the thick jungle canopy like stoic sent...

Days 6-7: Ambergris Caye

Meals: 2 Breakfasts

After breakfast, you will be transfered to the airport for your short flight over crystal Caribbean waters to Ambergris Caye. Settle into your beach side hotel and relax into the Belizean spirit. Tomorrow morning you're off on a snorkeling t...

Day 8: Return Home

Meals: Breakfast

Bid farewell to Ambergris Caye and fly back to Belize City in time to connect with your return flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,550
Price per day$194
Single supplement (single occupancy)$450
Last Updated: 12/31/2024

Notes

$450 - $550 single supplement

$220 Internal Flights (Belmopan-Ambergris Caye-Belize City), Flight cost is subject to change

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • $150 Meals not Included
    • International Departure Transfers are excluded.
    • International Flights
    • $40 Airport Departure Tax
    • $30 Park Entrance Fee
    • $10 Hol Chan Reserve, $20 Tikal entrance fee

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Cancellation policy

Cancellations and Refunds

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30-69 is 50% of total tour cost

0-29 is 100% of total tour cost

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Meals Included

7 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 5 Dinners

Age Requirements
6 years and up
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