Belize: Multisport Fun from Rainforest to Reef

Belize is a tropical wonderland, an idyllic montage of turquoise sea, white coral beaches and emerald jungle. Two of nature’s most productive and diverse habitats—the rainforest and coral reef—reveal their interconnected wonders as we explore them via hiking, rafting, kayaking and snorkeling.

This multi-faceted trip offers a range of exciting active adventures: inland, we’ll glide down subterreanean rivers through dimly lit caves, explore spectacular Mayan ruins above and below ground, and listen to the pulsing sounds of the rainforest while we keep watch for toucans in the trees.

Out on the cays (pronounced “keys”), we island-hop by kayak and stroll pristine beaches of fine coral sand, pondering tales of pirates from the days when Blackbeard himself sailed the Caribbean. Between the mainland and the barrier reef lie 20 miles of underwater canyons and submerged mountains, whose tops form the more than 225 cays along the reef. Many are capped with mangroves and support abundant birdlife. Below the surface, we snorkel through an endless underwater garden of colorful sponges, sea fans and and huge schools of tropical fish, gliding through some of the clearest aquamarine water on earth. We have three days to snorkel and kayak our hearts out as we consort with brilliant parrotfish, angelfish, trumpet fish, damselfish and rays.

Belize also has a rich and alluring human history: an amalgamation of cultural infusions including indigenous Maya and Creoles descended from black Africans brought in as slaves to provide the backbone of the logging trade. The mid-1800s saw the coming of indentured servants, Confederate expatriates escaping the victorious Union, Mennonites from Europe, Mestizos fleeing Central American wars and British expatriates—particularly Scots. The result is a contemporary mélange of many customs, traditions and flavors, as varied and captivating as Belize’s natural landscape.

You won’t believe all the beauty and excitement you can pack into a week-long escape in this Caribbean slice of paradise—come with us to find out!

8 Days

2012 Dates

Jan. 27-Feb. 3

Feb. 24-Mar. 2

Nov. 23-30

Dec. 14-21

Dec. 28-Jan. 4, 2013

Trip Difficulty: Level 2

2012 Land Cost
Group Size 8-12 members: $2,390* 
Group Size 4-7 members: $2,590*

Single Supplement: $375 per person

Minimum: 4 people on trip or trip subject to cancellation.

*Price does not include international airfare or mandatory trip insurance. Prices are given in US Dollars.