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Land of Belize

Jump into Belize's natural wonders, picturesque coastlines and rich cultural history on this 8-day adventure in Central America. This often-overlooked paradise is full of lush jungle, spectacular Maya ruins, long sandy beaches and first-class underwater attractions. You’ll get the chance to sample them all! From the buzz of Belize City, travel through the Lamanai Archaeological Site and to the island paradise of Caye Caulker. Take a day trip to Guatemala to discover the history of the UNESCO Maya ruins of Tikal. Explore this little-visited gem and get off the beaten track, sitting back and relaxing into the Bel-easy-an way of life.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1 in Belize City.

2. On your final day, you’ve got the power to choose where your adventure takes you. If you like, you can stay in Caye Caulker for another couple of nights relaxing beachside – we’ll be happy to organise additional accommodation (subject to availability). Otherwise, jump on an included water taxi transfer back to Belize City where you can also book additional nights’ accommodation, or where your leader can assist you to catch a taxi from the port to the airport for an onward connection.

3. An open-dated round-trip ticket to return to Belize City from Caye Caulker is included on this trip. If you are travelling from Caye Caulker to Belize Airport please ensure you do not book a flight before 12pm to allow for travel time.

4. Additional accommodation in Caye Caulker or Belize City is available to book on this trip should you wish to extend your stay.

5. Transfers from Belize City Port to our Belize City Hotel or the airport are available through your booking agent.

6. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Tour details
Tour Provider Intrepid Travel
Price From
$3,010
Number of Days
8
Start Location
Belize City, Belize
End Location
Caye Caulker, Belize
Age Range
Avg. 30+
Group Size
1 to 12
Tour Style
Standard
Tour Themes
Adventure
Physical Rating
Easy to Moderate
Itinerary Open all
Day 1: Belize City
Welcome to Belize! Your adventure begins in Belize City – located where the Belize River meets the Caribbean Sea, this bustling former capital is full of history and culture. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you'll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive with time to spare, Belize City has plenty to discover. The coastal and maritime museum is on the north side, housed in the beautifully restored former fire station. Also in the north is the Image Factory, displaying contemporary Belizean artists, the National Handicraft Centre and the oldest Anglican church in Central America – St John Cathedral, built in 1812. Tonight, why not head out on a group welcome dinner, recommended by your leader?
Day 2: Orange Walk
This morning, you’ll take a private vehicle to Carmelita, then hop on a boat towards the Lamanai Archaeological site. The boat ride is an adventure in itself, and your leader will help you spot all the colourful birds along the river. Arrive at the archaeological site and take some time to explore the remains of the ancient Mayan civilisation and its unearthed temples. After, head back up the river by boat to the town of Orange Walk, where you’ll spend the night. Tonight, settle into your lodge and enjoy an included group dinner.
Day 3: San Ignacio
This morning, drive to the San Ignacio area, stopping along the way at the San Antonio Women’s Co-op – an organisation formed by local Mayan women as a way to share skills and traditional knowledge while earning an income. Join the local women for a cooking demonstration designed to preserve their culinary heritage, then sit down together for lunch. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend as you please.
Day 4: Tikal National Park, Guatemala / San Ignacio
Today, you’ll take a day trip to the UNESCO site and Mayan ruins in Tikal National Park – located just across the border in Guatemala. Among the thick, evergreen jungle are some of the most significant remnants of the ancient Maya civilisation – plus an array of local wildlife, including coatis and howler monkeys. Take in the towering limestone temples and other monuments while pondering the mystery of the ancient city's demise. After, enjoy an included group lunch and then make your way back to San Ignacio. Tonight is free to relax at your accommodation or explore at your own pace.
Day 5: San Ignacio
Today is yours to take on any of the many optional activities available in San Ignacio. Maybe take a day trip to Xunantunich – an impressive Mayan ceremonial centre with panoramic views over the countryside. The east side of one of the temples has a unique moulded wall surface, and the central plaza has three carved stelae (stone slabs). Getting to the site is half the fun as you'll need to take a hand-cranked ferry to cross the river. Maybe take on the challenge of visiting the caves of Actun Tunichil Muknal – a living museum of Maya relics. Hike and wade through the water until you reach the ceremonial site, where you’ll find ceramic pots and crystallised skeletons preserved by the natural processes of the cave for over 1400 years. If Maya ruins aren’t your thing, consider a trip to the Mountain Pine Ridge area to visit waterfalls and warm swimming holes, check out the butterfly garden, or can down the Barton Creek cave reserve.
Day 6: Caye Caulker
Today, take a private transfer to Belize City, where you’ll board a water taxi to the island of Caye Caulker. While there are a number of islands off the coast of the mainland, Caye Caulker is certainly the most famous (and arguably the most beautiful). Once you’ve arrived on Caye Caulker, take a golf cart to your hotel, then join your leader on an orientation walk to get to know this tiny and laidback island. You’ll notice no cars here, making it a real pleasure to explore. If you fancy, it’s possible to arrange day trips to the other islands or to some spectacular reefs for snorkelling – just chat with your leader about your options. Each island has its own character, but they all have the unmistakable Caribbean pace and charm. This evening, why not get your hands on some freshly caught seafood, often served in causal and colourful restaurants, to a soundtrack of reggae music.
Day 7: Caye Caulker
Your time in Caye Caulker is about taking it easy, so do as much (or as little) as you want with another free day here. If you're interested in sampling some local cuisine, Belize is famous for its barbequed food and some of the best meals are cooked on the roadside! Caye Caulker is also famous for its lobster – not the cheapest meal, but so (so) good. Always make sure that you respect the season – the lobsters can only be caught between June and February. If you’re out of season, how about some grilled shrimp and a lovely rum and coke made with the local firewater?
Day 8: Caye Caulker
There are no activities planned today, and you can depart the accommodation at any time following checkout. If you would like to spend more time in Caye Caulker, just speak to your booking agent.
Inclusions
  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 3 lunches, 1 dinner.
  • Transport: Private vehicle, Ferry, River boat.
  • Accommodation: Hotel (6 nights), Lodge (1 night).
  • Lamanai Archaeological Site & Boat Tour.
  • San Ignacio - Cooking Class.
  • Tikal National Park - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport).
  • Caye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk.
Departure dates
All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply
Start End Availability Price NZD
29 Mar 2025 05 Apr 2025 5 $3,038
05 Apr 2025 12 Apr 2025 5 $3,010
19 Apr 2025 26 Apr 2025 3 $3,620
10 May 2025 17 May 2025 8 $3,115
31 May 2025 07 Jun 2025 10 $3,115
14 Jun 2025 21 Jun 2025 7 $3,115
28 Jun 2025 05 Jul 2025 8 $3,115
19 Jul 2025 26 Jul 2025 10 $3,115
09 Aug 2025 16 Aug 2025 9 $3,115
23 Aug 2025 30 Aug 2025 8 $3,115
13 Sep 2025 20 Sep 2025 12 $3,115
04 Oct 2025 11 Oct 2025 12 $3,115
18 Oct 2025 25 Oct 2025 12 $3,115
01 Nov 2025 08 Nov 2025 11 $3,240
15 Nov 2025 22 Nov 2025 4 $3,455
29 Nov 2025 06 Dec 2025 12 $3,240
06 Dec 2025 13 Dec 2025 10 $3,365
13 Dec 2025 20 Dec 2025 10 $3,365
20 Dec 2025 27 Dec 2025 12 $3,365
27 Dec 2025 03 Jan 2026 10 $3,365
30 Dec 2025 06 Jan 2026 12 $3,365
03 Jan 2026 10 Jan 2026 12 $3,565
17 Jan 2026 24 Jan 2026 12 $3,565
24 Jan 2026 31 Jan 2026 12 $3,565
31 Jan 2026 07 Feb 2026 12 $3,565
07 Feb 2026 14 Feb 2026 12 $3,700
10 Feb 2026 17 Feb 2026 12 $3,700
14 Feb 2026 21 Feb 2026 12 $3,700
21 Feb 2026 28 Feb 2026 12 $3,700
28 Feb 2026 07 Mar 2026 12 $3,700
07 Mar 2026 14 Mar 2026 12 $3,565
14 Mar 2026 21 Mar 2026 12 $3,565
28 Mar 2026 04 Apr 2026 12 $3,565
04 Apr 2026 11 Apr 2026 12 $3,565
18 Apr 2026 25 Apr 2026 12 $3,565
02 May 2026 09 May 2026 12 $3,425
16 May 2026 23 May 2026 12 $3,425
30 May 2026 06 Jun 2026 12 $3,425
13 Jun 2026 20 Jun 2026 12 $3,425
27 Jun 2026 04 Jul 2026 12 $3,425
04 Jul 2026 11 Jul 2026 12 $3,425
18 Jul 2026 25 Jul 2026 12 $3,425
08 Aug 2026 15 Aug 2026 12 $3,425
12 Sep 2026 19 Sep 2026 12 $3,425
03 Oct 2026 10 Oct 2026 12 $3,425
24 Oct 2026 31 Oct 2026 12 $3,425
07 Nov 2026 14 Nov 2026 12 $3,565
14 Nov 2026 21 Nov 2026 12 $3,565
28 Nov 2026 05 Dec 2026 12 $3,565
05 Dec 2026 12 Dec 2026 12 $3,700
12 Dec 2026 19 Dec 2026 12 $3,700
19 Dec 2026 26 Dec 2026 12 $3,700
26 Dec 2026 02 Jan 2027 12 $3,700
29 Dec 2026 05 Jan 2027 12 $3,700
02 Jan 2027 09 Jan 2027 12 $3,115
16 Jan 2027 23 Jan 2027 12 $3,115
23 Jan 2027 30 Jan 2027 12 $3,115
30 Jan 2027 06 Feb 2027 12 $3,115
06 Feb 2027 13 Feb 2027 12 $3,115
09 Feb 2027 16 Feb 2027 12 $3,115
13 Feb 2027 20 Feb 2027 12 $3,115
20 Feb 2027 27 Feb 2027 12 $3,115
27 Feb 2027 06 Mar 2027 12 $3,115
06 Mar 2027 13 Mar 2027 12 $3,115
13 Mar 2027 20 Mar 2027 12 $3,115
27 Mar 2027 03 Apr 2027 12 $3,115
03 Apr 2027 10 Apr 2027 12 $3,115
17 Apr 2027 24 Apr 2027 12 $3,115
01 May 2027 08 May 2027 12 $3,115
15 May 2027 22 May 2027 12 $3,115
29 May 2027 05 Jun 2027 12 $3,115
12 Jun 2027 19 Jun 2027 12 $3,115
26 Jun 2027 03 Jul 2027 12 $3,115
03 Jul 2027 10 Jul 2027 12 $3,115
17 Jul 2027 24 Jul 2027 12 $3,115
07 Aug 2027 14 Aug 2027 12 $3,115
11 Sep 2027 18 Sep 2027 12 $3,115
02 Oct 2027 09 Oct 2027 12 $3,115
23 Oct 2027 30 Oct 2027 12 $3,115
06 Nov 2027 13 Nov 2027 12 $3,115
13 Nov 2027 20 Nov 2027 12 $3,115
27 Nov 2027 04 Dec 2027 12 $3,115
04 Dec 2027 11 Dec 2027 12 $3,115
11 Dec 2027 18 Dec 2027 12 $3,115
18 Dec 2027 25 Dec 2027 12 $3,115
25 Dec 2027 01 Jan 2028 12 $3,115
28 Dec 2027 04 Jan 2028 12 $3,115