BELIZE 4Days/3Nights

DAY 1 - Meet and greet upon arrival to Belize International Airport. Transfer to hotel. Rest of the free. Overnight

DAY 2 - Your choice of a Daily Excursion from below including lunch .

DAY 3 - Your choice of a Daily Excursion from below including lunch

DAY 4 transfer to Airport

Manatee Watch and Barrier Reef Snorkeling
Morning departure by motor boat from Belize City to the nearby Manatee breeding grounds for glimpses of these docile, gentle sea mammals believed by many to be the "mermaids" that sailors talked about as they succkle their young. Goff's Caye is another seven miles to the east and this small island is perched right on Belize's Great Barrier Reef, a veritable picture postcard tropical paradise. Snorkel off the pristine sandy beach with instructors for an unforgettable "Cousteau Experience", swim in the cool waters or jsut relax under a palm tree soaking in the beautiful view. Beach picnic lunch and refreshments are served. B, L

Lamanai and the New River Safari
. Morning departure to Northern Highway to board river boat for cruise down the New River. Orchids, bromeliads, and wildlife abound as you cross little creeks and lagoons, as hawks and falcons can be spotted overhead. You might also glimpose dainty Jacanas lighly crossing lily pads while crocodile bask in the morning sunlight. At the entrance to the New River Lagoon, the Maya ruins of Lamanai, mayan for Submerged Crocodile, rise into view. Huge masks depicting ancient rulers and Gods seem to materialize from the rainforest amid the chatter of birdlife and the haunting call of Howler Monkeys.   B, L

Manatee Watch and Barrier Reef Snorkeling
Morning departure by motor boat from Belize City to the nearby Manatee breeding grounds for glimpses of these docile, gentle sea mammals believed by many to be the "mermaids" that sailors talked about as they succkle their young. Goff's Caye is another seven miles to the east and this small island is perched right on Belize's Great Barrier Reef, a veritable picture postcard tropical paradise. Snorkel off the pristine sandy beach with instructors for an unforgettable "Cousteau Experience", swim in the cool waters or jsut relax under a palm tree soaking in the beautiful view. Beach picnic lunch and refreshments are served.   B, L

Rain Forest Medicine trail and Che Chem Ha Cave Site
Full day tour of Rainforest Medicine Trails. As you walk along well defined trails, your guide will point out plants and herbs once used by the Maya and still used by the Belizeans today for medicinal purposes, Samples from many of these plants and trees are sent worldwide in search for cures to illness and disease. Then to Che Chem Ha Cave site in the Vaca Falls area. This cave contains enormous Maya pottery untouched for thousands of years. (Note: Rigorous 30-minute uphill trek to cave. Physical fitness required).   B, L, D

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve
Depart from your hotel heading southwest to the Chiquibul Forest Reserve for a visit to the famous Maya site of Caracol, Mayan word for snail. Caracol is the largest Maya city in Belize and rivals neighboring Tikal in size. "Canaa", the largest and most impressive temple at this site is still the highest structure in the country. From here enjoy panoramic views of the Maya empire that once was. The lush primary rainforest setting is breathtaking. Following a picnic Lunch, continue your exploration of the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve with stops at Rio Frio Caves with even time for a quick swim at the Rio On bathing pools.   B, L, D

Robinson Crusoe’s Jungle Adventure and Rain Forest
What would Robinson Crusoe do if he suddenly found himself marooned in the midst of a rainforest? What would you do? Learn the ingenious "Survivor" skills and secrets from instructors who have done such things first hand.! Your experienced jungle guides will teach you how to make fire using only a machete and a piece of bamboo. Learn to identify sources of water and how to actually produce it. Then visit Robinson Crusoe's jungle style dwelling made from all natural materials - vines, branches and the bark of trees! Also featured is rappelling and a Maya cave. Upon arrival to Peccary Park, your experienced guide will brief you on safety procedures for ATV handling, outline the route to be taken and issue protective gear and helmets. It is now time to explore the jungles of Belize on trails laid out over 100 years ago by loggers in search of precious Mahogany trees. Trails are a good mix of various challenging terrains leading to the stop of the day - the Maya Caves. Here you explore caves once used by the Maya thousands of years ago. To the Maya, caves were considered portals to the underworld. These sacred places were used for important ceremonies conducted to appease the gods of the underworld. As you explore the cave, be on the lookout for ancient ceramic pots forgotten for centuries. Who knows? You may be the one to spot an undiscovered find!

Altun Ha and Wild Rivwr Rafting
Day begins with a scenic 45 minute drive en route to the Maya Ruins of Altun Ha, maya for "Rock Stone Water", where the famous Jade Head of "Kinich Ahau" was uncovered by Dr. David Pendergast of the Royal Ontario Museum. Altun Ha was once a major trading center linking the Maya on the Caribbean with the Maya of the Central American mainland. After enjoying a delicious local lunch, board a river raft fror wildlife viewing. As you float downstream along the Olde Belize River, the guide will point out the prolific birdlife, flora and fauna. Crocodile rest on the riverbank and Howler Monkeys in the trees. The occasional Manatee and dolphin may also be spotted. The Olde Belize River, once the logging and commercial highway for the country, is a contrast of small settlements and remote stretches where the sense of discovery still looms large.
Departures: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Xunantunich and The Belize Zoo
Your adventure begins with a drive to the Belize Zoo, originally created as a sanctuary for the country's indigenous species and now home to an impressive array of large cats, primates, reptiles and birds. A visit to the zoo gives you the opportunity to see Belize's amazing wildlife in one location. The adventure continues with a scenic drive up the Western Highway to the Cayo District and the impressive Maya site of Xunantunich. Before reaching the entrance to this ancient city, cross the Mopan River in a 19th century ferry. Towering in height is "El Castillo", the largest temple in Xunantunich affording fantastic panoramic vistas of the rainforest and nearby villages bordering between Belize and Guatemala as you climb to the top.
Departures: Wednesday, Sunday