Belize Reef & Ruins

Belize Reef & Ruins

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Belize Reef & Ruins

12 Days Starting and ending in Belize City

Visiting: Belize, Guatemala

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

ABZ

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

4 - 16

Physical rating:

Leisurely / Moderate

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Snorkeling

From: $5175

NB: Prices correct on 26-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Cramming an astonishing range of cultural and natural wonders into a relatively small package, Belize is the adventure world’s best-kept secret. On this activity-packed trip, we navigate jungle trails, float through the Mayan underworld, snorkel the Belize Barrier Reef, and cross into Guatemala to visit one of the most important and impressive Mayan ruins in the world, Tikal. The adventure is capped with a stay on Caye Caulker, the quintessential palm-strewn, white-sanded Caribbean island.

Highlights

  • Explore the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary, home to birds, crocs and monkeys

  • Hop over to Guatemala to tour Tikal, a wonder of the ancient Mayan civilisation

  • Float along the Caves Branch River to see the Mayan underworld

  • Snorkel at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, a vital underwater habitat

  • Enjoy the laid-back island life of Caye Caulker

Itinerary

What's Included

  • Meals
    11 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Single accommodation (available on request)

  • Visas or vaccinations

Food

There are 11 breakfasts, six lunches and three dinners included.



Breakfast is always provided in hotels and generally consists of bread, eggs, ham, fruit, juice and coffee. Although meat plays a key part in many Central American dishes, vegetarians can be well catered for. Please advise us on booking of any special dietary requirements you may have.

Accommodation

We stay six nights in comfortable hotels and five nights in destination lodges. (Those on the group flights will have an extra hotel night in Houston en route)



In Crooked Tree and Tikal we stay at comfortable lodges surrounded by tropical forest and the sounds of the jungle.  In San Ignacio, we can enjoy the pool and view from our hotel perched on a hill overlooking the river valley.  While in Caye Caulker our 3 star hotel has island flair and comes with a pool, private beach and rooftop lounge.



Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary: Bird’s Eye View Lodge (nights 1-3)





Bird’s Eye View Lodge is located in the heart of the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is known as the top neotropical birding site in Belize. The lodge offers basic comfort rooms, air-conditioned rooms, a bar and full restaurant serving delicious local and international cuisine.



San Ignacio: Cahal Pech Resort (nights 4-6)





Cahal Pech Village Resort is perched on a hill overlook the town of San Ignacio. The in addition to comfortable air-conditioned rooms, this relaxed 3-star resort also has 2 pool, an on-site bar, restaurant and is a stones throw away from the Mayan site of Cahal Pech.



Tikal: Tikal Jungle Lodge (nights 7, 8)





Tikal Jungle Lodge is a hotel located in the heart of Tikal National Park and short walk from the ruins. The rooms feature architectural decorative details and amenities designed to deliver a comfortable experience in the middle of the jungle. The lodge’s restaurant serves international cuisine, and the bar offers a variety of cocktails to enjoy at the bar or poolside after a day of exploring Tikal.  Note - in accordance with park regulations, power generators run with limited service in rooms from 10pm-6am (powering ceiling fan, one nightlight and one outlet).



Caye Caulker: La Isla Resort (nights 9-11)





After all our exploring the Mayan world, it’s time to relax a bit. La Isla Resort is a beachfront hotel centrally located in Caye Caulker and a short walk to everything. The rooms are bright and functional with air-conditioning. The resort has a relaxing pool, free to use kayaks and paddleboards, as well as rooftop lounge area to watch the sunset.



Worth knowing



Single rooms can be booked for an optional single supplement, subject to availability at the time of booking.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    If you would like to be paired with a tour member of the same gender, there is no additional charge. A single supplement can be requested if you would like your own room.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, our local guides are English speaking.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    International flights are not included with this tour.

  • Who is Exodus Travels?

    At Exodus Travels, we've been exploring the world for nearly 50 years. From Walking and Trekking, Cultural and Cycling, Responsible Wildlife, to Polar and our new Premium Adventures, we are proud to offer award-winning small group and self-guided tours to 100+ countries worldwide.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    The minimum age for this tour is 16 years old.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Daily delights

A new trip that exceeded expectations. Early start

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!

Accurate

Mayan ruins and the reef off the coast of Belize

Mayan ruins and the reef off the coast of Belize

Belize

It didn’t get off to a good start as the prearrang

It didn’t get off to a good start as the prearranged taxi that I paid £114 for wasn’t at the airport I waited for about 20mins then thought I should get a local taxi which quoted me $50 for the ride to Crooked Tree which was about 20km So I think Exodus ripped me off charging so much for a poor service The arranged taxi did eventually turn up and said he’d been there all the time which was a lie as it’s a v small airport and I would have seen himThe trip itself was great with a lot packed in and an excellent guide Jorge who was unfailingly good humoured and v helpful and kind He even offered to lend me his glasses when I lost mine! The accommodations and food were all good The Jungle Lodge in Guatemala didn’t offer any drinking water except in plastic bottles which rather goes against Exodus policy The ATM caves were interested but I felt were a health and safety hazard as there would have been limited access for rescue services or evacuation Also the ancient artefacts were on the ground just taped off so could easily have been damaged by visitors and some already have been. I felt the administering authority should have taken better care eg providing walkways,emergency exits etc Finally I felt Caye Caulker was marred by a lot of plastic pollution bottles etc along the shoreline and the corals out at the reef were bleached I know that’s not an Exodus issue but maybe you feed back to the resort how to improve the tourist experience

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