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Belize
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Nestled on the coast of the Caribbean Sea, Belize is a country rich in both culture and adventure opportunities. The mainland is home to historically significant Mayan ruins, diverse rainforests and mangrove swamps. The coastline stretches across the world’s second largest barrier reef and is sprinkled with over 400 islands, boasting sapphire waters and many species of tropical fish. Discover the Mayan ruins of Xunantunich, a civilization built nearly 3000 years ago. Explore the subtropical jungle with a variety of wildlife, such as the tapir, keel-billed toucan, coati, and crocodiles. Enjoy snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters or relax on one of Belize’s many beautiful sandy beaches!
- 7 Nights | 8 Days
Included:
EDU Trips Souvenir
Accommodations
Personal Guide
All Museum Tickets
Meals
Roundtrip Transportation
Tour Plan
Fly to Belize City; Meet Edutrips Representative at baggage claim & our coach bus will transfer us to our hotel in the Cayo District.
Your adventure begins as you explore the ancient Maya world as we take a tour deep into the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve and visit one of the largest Maya Cities in Belize, Caracol. Caracol was the most important political center of the lowland Maya during the Classic Period within Belize.
Today we will visit the Monkey River for a playdate with the howler monkeys – it’s truly an incredible experience. We will travel by boat through the lagoon in among the red mangrove fringe forest along the coast which is home to the manatee.
After breakfast, we will board a water taxi and depart for the island of San Pedro. Upon arrival we will check into our hotel & the rest of the day is spent relaxing on the beach or swimming in the crystal clear Caribbean waters.
This morning get ready for an all day adventure that will take us into one of the most astonishing wonders of Belize, the Blue Hole. The Blue Hole is a nearly perfect circular hole 1000 feet in diameter and 412 feel deep. We will spend the day diving in the waters and exploring the incredible coral reef.
You will spend the next two days visiting Dangriga & Hopkins the Garifuna capitol in Belize. We will meet with local Garifuna community members and learn first hand how to prepare a traditional meal, dance & sing traditional songs.
Flight departs Belize City for home.