Belize: Rainforest to Reef

9 days (begins and ends in Belize City)

Easy to moderate touring; hiking; sea kayaking; swimming; snorkeling

6 nights hotels or lodges; 2 nights island cabanas

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2007 Prices

$3350 (2-12 members)
$450 internal airfare
$500 single supplement

BELIZE: Rainforest to Reef

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You'd expect world-class snorkeling and paddling adventures in Belize (after all, it's home to the largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere!). But add in explorations of the country's most pristine environments and a glimpse of ancient history at pivotal Maya sites and you'll understand what we've known all along: Belize is one of Mother Nature's best kept secrets!

Start with a tour of the ceremonial Maya site of Lubaantun, followed by a float trip down the Río Grande with indigenous Maya guides. Next, you'll kayak and snorkel the marine ecosystem of the southern barrier reef, the least toured in Belize. The grand finale is an eye-opening visit to the inspiring temples of Tikal, arguably Mesoamerica's finest archaeological site. More than just an "adventure" trip, our itinerary is designed to educate and stimulate you in the history, culture, ecosystems, and conservation issues of Belize.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Walk among the ancient Maya ruins of Tikal and Lubaantun, haunting reminders of the power and glory of civilizations past
Kayak and snorkel Belize's barrier reef, largest in the western hemisphere
Learn about the conservation efforts of the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE), a Nature Conservancy partner in Belize
Enjoy a fantastic variety of wildlife and birdlife

Itinerary: Rainforest to Reef

Day 1 - Meet in Belize City, Belize, and fly to Punta Gorda. Transfer to The Lodge at Big Falls, set along a bend of the Río Grande.

Day 2 - Visit the ruins of Lubaantun, where the mysterious "crystal skull" was discovered in 1926.

Day 3 - Float trip down the Río Grande, with a chance to see a wide variety of bird life, including keel-billed toucan, collared aracari, and a variety of parrot species. You'll also explore caves at either Blue Creek or Deep River.

Day 4 - Drive to Punta Gorda and transfer to Hunting Cay in the Sapodilla Cays, right on the Belize barrier reef.

Day 5 - Paddle between cays, snorkel, bird-watch, and learn about this fascinating ecosystem.

Day 6 - Tour the Port Honduras Marine Reserve and Payne Creek National Park by boat, habitat of the endangered West Indian manatee, then return to Punta Gorda.

Day 7 - Fly to Flores, Guatemala, transfer to La Lancha, an intimate lodge set high above Lake Peten Itza. Afternoon to relax, swim in the pool, canoe on the lake, or hike jungle trails.

Day 8 - Visit the splendid ruins of Tikal, a World Heritage Site.

Day 9 - Fly to Belize City and depart.

Detailed Itinerary - BELIZE: Rainforest to Reef

Detailed Itinerary - BELIZE: Rainforest to Reef

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