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Land of Belize & Tikal

Trip Type: Explorer

8 Days
| 1 - 12 People

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NZD $3,180.00 /Person
Experience the natural wonders, delicious cuisine and rich cultural history of Belize on this eight-day adventure. This often-overlooked country is full of lush jungle, …
Land of Belize & Tikal

Experience the natural wonders, delicious cuisine and rich cultural history of Belize on this eight-day adventure. This often-overlooked country is full of lush jungle, ancient ruins and vibrant coral reefs – and you’ll experience it all! Kicking off in Belize City, travel to the Lamanai Archaeological Site to explore the remains of the Maya civilisation, learn traditional recipes at a cooking class with local women in San Ignacio and spot howler monkeys in Tikal National Park. Finish your adventure in the island paradise of Caye Caulker to relax into the Bel-easy-an way of life.

Itinerary

Day 1: Belize City

Day 2: Orange Walk

Day 3: San Ignacio

Day 4: Tikal National Park, Guatemala / San Ignacio

Day 5: San Ignacio

Day 6: Caye Caulker

Day 7: Caye Caulker

Day 8: Caye Caulker

Trip Inclusions

Meals

3 breakfasts and 1 dinners are included

Transport

Private vehicle, Ferry, River boat

Accomodation

Hotel (6 nights), Lodge (1 night)

Included Activities

  • Lamanai Archaeological Site & Boat Tour
  • San Ignacio - Cooking Class
  • Tikal National Park - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
  • Caye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk
Trip Highlights
  • Unwind on the paradisical island of Caye Caulker. Swim in the warm Caribbean waters, snorkel over shallow reefs and feast on freshly caught seafood and street barbeque.
  • Meet a group of Maya women at a co-operative in San Ignacio to cook up traditional dishes and learn about how the organisation empowers local women.
  • Spot colourful birds on a boat ride along the New River to the Lamanai Archaeological Site. Dating back to 1500 BC, the ruins are a fascinating insight into a once-thriving Maya city.
  • Hop across the Guatemalan border to explore Maya ruins in Tikal National Park. Explore towering temples and pyramids surrounded by thick rainforest home to coatis, monkeys and parrots.
  • Opt to hike and wade through shallow river waters to Actun Tunichil Muknal, where crystallised skeletons and ancient Maya relics have been preserved for over 1000 years.
Dates & Availability

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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: QVSE
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Belize City, Belize
Trip Ends: Caye Caulker, Belize
Countries Visited: Belize

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Destination Details

Belize
| 8 Days
| 1 - 12 People