Tropical forests, white-sand beaches and lost civilisations, Belize is a paradisal pocket of overlooked beauty. Our 13-day itinerary has something for everyone, from wildlife spotters and jungle hikers to beach junkies. Travel from Belize City to the depths of the rainforest before uncovering the Mayan ruins of Guatemala and winding up on Caye Caulker. Maya sites - Visit the lesser-known ruins of Xunantunich and Lamanai and explore the temples of Tikal (Guatemala). Belize Barrier Reef - Get to grips with island life on Caye Caulker and snorkel in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea. Wildlife - Spot birds in wetland areas, and see howler and spider monkeys, toucans, crocodiles and more in their natural habitats
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General information
Tour ID124397
Tour length13days
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
Explore!
Starting point
Newtown Barracks, Belize City, Belize
Ramada Princess Hotel, Hotel reception
18:00
End point
Belize Harbour, Belize
Belize Harbour, Port
10:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Trip begins in Belize City
Day 2: To Crooked Tree Wildlife Reserve via Altun Ha
Day 3: Dawn bird watching boat trip to the jungle ruins of Lamanai
Day 4: Optional dawn bird watching drive to Placencia via Community Baboon Sanctuary
Day 5: Free day in Placencia relax on the beach or optional snorkelling trip to Laughing Bird Caye
Day 6: Visit Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve head to San Ignacio
Day 7: Explore the Xunantunich archaeological site
Day 8: Free day, choices include visiting Cahal Pech Mayan ruins or visiting Belize Botanical Gardens
Day 9: Explore the great Mayan metropolis of Tikal (Guatemala)
Day 10: Optional re-entry to Tikal or visit to Flores
Day 11: Boat journey to the idyllic island of Caye Caulker
Day 12: Free time in Caye Caulker relax by the sea or optional snorkel boat trip