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| It would be impossible to list or describe the hundreds of itineraries we can put together for you on this site. So instead we will take you through one or two of our most popular packages. These are only a few of the favorites of many first time travelers to Belize. They will however give you a feel for the quality and value we can offer you. Many of our diving, fishing, and snorkelling enthusiasts choose to go directly to the islands or sea and get right to it. But a growing number of first time visitors choose to also take advantage of the many attractions the mainland has to offer. Everything from rainforests, jungle rivers, Mayan ruins, cultural experiences, horse-back riding, ecology and wildlife. For this reason most of our trips are composed of mainland and island segments. The different island segments can be mixed or matched with the different mainland segments to create the package just right for you. The perfect combination trip for the budget minded traveler usually starts at seven to ten days.
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You will be checked into your own private cabana with a beautiful view of the Maya Mountains. The afternoon may be spent horseback riding on lush jungle trails, possibly to a small unexcavated Mayan ruin.Come back and have a hot shower or a dip in the pool. That evening join everyone in the main dining room for the finest home-cooked Belize dishes, complete with delicious soups and desserts. After dinner, retire to the bar and exchange stories about the days adventures with other guests before returning to your cottage for a good nights sleep.
Option 1 - TIKAL LUNCH  This is a day trip to the spectacular Tikal Ruins. The three hour drive takes you through small villages and gives you an extraordinary glimpse of rural life in Guatemala. Tikal national park spread over 220 square miles of tropical rain forest. These are the towering ruins you see on the postcards. Pyramid temples soar over 200 feet above jungle canopy.The number of multi-level palaces and plazas is staggering.There is an abundance of wildlife in the park with over 280 species of birds having been observed. In our opinion, this is the most impressive Mayan Ruin in the world. There may be time for a tour of the beautiful city of Flores on the way back. Late afternoon return to your lodge for a welcome home cooked meal. (Not included: border fees) Option 2 - WESTERN BELIZE ATTRACTIONS
A beautiful museum has been built on the site with many interesting displays. After a very interesting morning, you return to the lodge for lunch. Then it is off to the Chaa Creek Natural History Museum and Butterfly Project. This center in the beautiful Chaa Creek Grounds introduces you to the local environment and its relationship to the wildlife with an emphasis on the life cycle of the Blue Morpho butterfly Project. This is an interactive tour and is both educational and fun for the entire family. The Rainforest Medicine Trail is located in the same area. It is a unique jungle trail where different plants and trees are labelled with a description of the use in both ancient and modern medicine. It gives an insight into just how important the rainforest is in our everyday lives. Return to your cabana with time for a swim and relaxation before dinner. Option 3 - CARACOL  This full day trip takes you through the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve and deep into the interior to visit the largest Mayan site in Belize. Caracol was first discovered in the 1930's but was not actively excavated until 1985 due to its remoteness. It is now being excavated and offers an opportunity to tour and see the actual process taking place. The center of the site has about 20 major plazas surrounded by plazas, the largest of which is Caana which rises 145 feet above the forest floor. There is evidence on site to suggest that Caracol actually defeated Tikal which is 60 miles away during the Early Classic Period. Caracol and the trip to get into it really gives you the "Indian Jones" type of feeling. It is truly remote. The Mountain Pine Ridge is a high 300 square mile area with Caribbean Pine instead of rainforest. It is dotted with streams and waterfalls and has a unique beauty of its own. One of the main attractions is the Rio On Pools. The River has worn the rock over centuries to a smooth texture and eroded the clear pools which are connected by numerous waterfalls. There may be time for a swim on the way back. It is interesting to see the Pine Ridge abruptly change to tropical rainforest on the way to Caracol as you cross the Macal River. This is a full day and you will really be ready for dinner when you return.
You will have time to enjoy the morning or more depending on your international airline. Lorie or Emmanuel will have all your air-confirmed and Lelo will take you to the airport and your on your way back home. We hope we will see you back again next year for another adventure.  - Sample Trip - Services - Contact INFO - About Belize - HOME -  | ||||||||
Board your international flight from your local airport. Arrive Belize International and be picked up by a van from one of the beautiful jungle lodges in western Belize. If arriving early, you will have time to visit the Belize Zoo on the way, be sure to bring a change of light clothing to get into at the airport. The Belize Zoo is relatively new and contains all the animals and birds indigenous to Belize. The Belizean people are very proud of their zoo, and while it is not as big as what you are used to seeing in the U.S., it is a wonderful opening experience. 
Wander down to the main bar for a cool drink or grab something cold out of the refrigerator in your room and relax in the hammock on your verandah. 
The Mayan Ruin of Xunantunich over looks the entire upper Belize River Valley. From the top of the largest pyramid, El Castillo, you can see for miles, even into Guatemala. This site was a thriving city near the end of the Mayan Civilization. The centre is made up of six plazas and more than 25 temples and palaces. You will have a local guide take you through and explain the history and items of interest. (Picture at left - Sarah Toonen at El Castillo)
After a good breakfast and some time to relax, you will be transported back to the airport for your flight to San Pedro on Ambergris Caye. You will have a beautiful view of the numerous cayes on the short 15 minute flight. There Lelo Salazar, our taxi driver, will meet you and take you to Tradewinds Paradise Villas on the north edge of the village. Lelo will point out some of San Pedros attractions as he drives you through the sand street of the village. By the end of your trip this place will seem like home. Lelo will introduce you Lorie and Emmanuel who will check you in at the Paradise Villas office. Up to now your trip has been all inclusive but from now on its open Itinerary. You are free to do whatever you want whenever you want for the next five days. Your activities will be limited only by your imagination. If you plan on diving, you should have us pre book it from the States for you. But remember, Josh is a dive master and can answer any questions you have.
