Belize Reef & Ruins

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12 days

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A new trip that exceeded expectations. Early starts for birds and sunrises and fascinating insights ( and climbs!) into Mayan culture, finishing with Caribbean laid back vibe and a day swimming with nurse sharks and rays!

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12 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Belize City, Belize

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Highlights

Join a small group of like-minded adventurers to discover the best of Belize

Stay within the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary, home to birds, crocs and monkeys

Travel into Guatemala for a sunrise tour around the jungle ruins of Tikal

Float along the Caves Branch River in an inflatable tube to see the Mayan underworld

Enjoy the laid-back island life of Caye Caulker and the Belize Barrier Reef - the largest coral reef in the Northern Hemisphere

Snorkel in Hol Chan Marine Reserve, a vital habitat for sea turtles, manatees and dolphins

Itinerary

Belize’s best-kept secrets unfold on the "Belize Reef & Ruins" tour—a 12-day adventure perfect for senior travelers and those with a passion for discovery. Starting and ending in Belize City, this moderately active itinerary weaves together jungle treks, ancient Mayan ruins, and the vibrant underwater world of the Belize Barrier Reef.

Highlights include exploring Hol Chan Marine Reserve, floating through jungle caves, and venturing across the border to marvel at Guatemala’s Tikal, one of the world’s grandest Mayan sites. The journey finishes with relaxation on Caye Caulker, a laid-back Caribbean island fringed with white sand and turquoise waters.

What truly distinguishes this tour package is its all-in-one blend of culture, history, and nature—delivering an unforgettable Belizean adventure with comfort and expert guidance every step of the way.

day 1Journey to Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary • Welcome dinner

Begin the adventure in Belize and travel to the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary, named for the ‘crooked’ cashew trees that grow around the lagoon.
Around 6pm, say hello to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead. Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome over dinner at the hotel.
Want to arrive earlier? Additional pre-tour hotel nights are bookable through your sales representative.

Meals

Dinner

day 2Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary hike • Sunset cruise

day 3Boat ride to the Maya temples of Laman’ayin

day 4Visit howler monkey sanctuary and float down the Caves Branch River

day 5Tour Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve • Maya craft coffee experience

day 6Free day for San Ignacio optional excursions

day 7Cross to Guatemala with Xunantunich exploration en route

day 8Tour the Mayan ruins of Tikal

day 9Return to Belize • Rum factory stop and Caye Caulker

day 10Full day of snorkelling in Hol Chan Marine Reserve

day 11Free day to enjoy Caye Caulker

day 12Transfer to Belize City; end

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation: 2 Superior Comfort nights (lodge), 9 Comfort nights (6 hotels, 3 lodge)

Meals

11 breakfasts, six lunches, three dinners

Transport

Immersive itinerary with all transport (private minibus and boat) and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available

Guide

Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

What's Excluded

Customer Reviews

4.9

based on 10 reviews

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