Day 1 - Off to the Tropics! - (D)
Meet & Greet at the Belize International Airport on arrival and transfer to the beautiful rainforest area of San Ignacio near the Guatemalan
border. Time permitting there will be a stop along the way at the small and informal Belize Zoo home to only indigenous animals.
Two night stay at the lovely San Ignacio Hotel Located
in the foothills of the Maya Mountains in the heart of the Cayo District of Western Belize, The San Ignacio Resort Hotel is the premier full-service
resort property. Perched above the lush Macal River Valley, the resort boasts incredible views of
rainforest and wildlife. The 24 air-conditioned rooms with private tiled bathrooms all offer beautiful hillside views of 14 acres of Jungle Gardens
and the Macal River. Hotel amenities include a large swimming pool and tennis courts.
with the jungle view?
Day 2 - Wonders of the Rainforest - (B,L)
Your exciting day trip starts with a ride to the nearby village of San José Succotz.
There you will cross the Mopan River by hand cranked ferry to the Mayan site of
Xunantunich which is spectacularly perched on a hill over-looking the Belize River.
Xunantunich, meaning "stone woman" in Mayan, has a commanding view of the entire upper
Belize River valley.
The largest pyramid, El Castillo, rises a towering 130 feet above
the main plaza, and more than 250 feet above the river valley below. This main temple is
visible from all parts of the valley today.
There will be plenty of time to explore and climb the ruins which are great for panoramic photographs - the views from the top are incredible!!
After lunch you will enjoy a relaxing end to the day, a Canoe Trip down the Macal River where you will see iguanas sunning themselves on the overhanging branches along the river banks.
Tropical birds populate the treetops, and villagers still wash clothes along the river's bank, giving you a glimpse of real life in this
part of the world.
Day 3 - Temples of Tikal - (B,L,D)
One of the main highlights of this tour is a fabulous excursion over the Guatemalan border to the magnificent
Mayan Temples and Pyramids of Tikal set in the incredible jungle
scenery of the Tikal National Park.
Of the park's 222 square
miles only 10 square miles of central Tikal has been mapped and over
3,000 separate buildings have been revealed: temples, shrines, ceremonial
platforms, residences, ball courts, terraces, causeways and plazas.
Overnight at the Jungle Lodge Hotel situated right within the Tikal
National Park and only a short walking distance from the Main
Plaza - ideal for watching the sun set from the top of Temple
II.
Imagine the colourful ceremonies where human sacrifices were offered to the Gods.
Listen carefully and you will hear the still-beating heart of a dying Civilisation . . .
Day 4 - Barrier Reef Bliss - "Temptation Island" - (B)
After breakfast transfer to the Flores Airport for the flight back to Belize. At Belize International you will connect with a short (15 minute) air taxi with spectacular aeriel views of the Belize Barrier Reef en route to San Pedro on the lovely island of
Ambergris Caye - made famous by Madonna in her song "La
Isla Bonita" - "The Beautiful Island".
San Pedro has the cosy, laid-back atmosphere of a small village with its wooden houses
and sand streets. Transport is by walking, bicycling, golf cart or water taxi. The
town is small and easy to explore.
Relax and unwind during a 4 or 7 night stay at the beachfront Captain Morgan's Retreat.
We have not included meals so that you have the freedom to choose from the many excellent island restaurants.
Enjoy a Belikin Beer in any number of beachfront hang-outs and thatched roof bars or a gourmet dinner in a first class restaurant.
Vacation Package:
- Lodging in an a/c beachfront casita
- Welcome Cocktail
- Use of Activity Equipment
Dive Package:
- Lodging in an a/c beachfront casita
- Welcome Cocktail
- 2 or 5 days of 2 tank dives and 1 night dive
- Use of Activity Equipment
Romance Package:
- Lodging in an a/c beachfront casita
- Welcome Cocktail
- Massage for 2
- Holchan & Shark Ray Alley Snorkel Trip
- Altun Ha Mayan Temple Trip
- Mexico Rock Snorkel Trip ( 7 night stays)
- Romantic evening sailing trip (7 night stays)
Day 8 or 11 - Departure
Unfortunately it is time to pack your bags for the short commuter flight back to Belize International to connect with our homebound flights.
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