Join the Sea Cloud ll on this amazing 14-day journey to uncover nature’s paradise, dazzling coral reefs, mystical Maya ruins, and rousing rhythms right in the heart of Central America. Explore the Great Blue Hole, a particularly special natural wonder. This circular submarine sinkhole, with a diameter of over 300 meters (0.19 miles), was formed during the last ice age and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the sophisticated culture of the Maya in Central America, which began roughly 5,000 years ago and ended around the time of the Spanish conquest. Delight yourself with several relaxing days at sea, plenty of time to enjoy life under the white sails and to be spoiled in every way!
Highlights
Visit Belize's Barrier Reef, the world’s second largest coral reef at 256km
Take a unique cable car trip through the treetops at Roatán, Honduras
Snorkel and swim at the fantastic Great Blue Hole
Explore mystical Maya cities in Cozumel, Mexico and Belize City, Belize
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Start your adventure in San Jose, Costa Rica. In gaining its independence, San Jose very quickly transformed from a mountain village into the busy modern capital city of a young, optimistic country. The Central Valley lies at a height of between 1,000 and 1,700 meters in a picturesque setting surrounded by mountains and volcanoes. The mild, unchanging climate and the fertile volcanic soil have brought wealth and prosperity, primarily through the cultivation of coffee. Around 165 kilometers (102 miles) to the east, on the Caribbean coast, lies the harbor town of Puerto Limón where you embark your ship.
The Corn Islands in the Caribbean consist of two islands, Big and Little Corn Island, as well as "Blowing Rock", a handful of volcanic rocks out in the open sea from the center of which seawater periodically shoots vertically upwards. Formerly a safe haven for pirates, Little Corn Island is still an undiscovered treasure and a delightful paradise for divers and snorkelers, with its deserted palm-covered tropical golden beaches, crystal-clear water shimmering in every shade of turquoise, and a large protective coral reef with shoals of colorful fish.
Roatán is around seventy kilometers (43 miles) long but just three kilometers (2 miles) wide. In its center the landscape is typically tropical and mountainous, with dense rainforest and a coastline that exhibits unusual-looking rocky bays, traditional little fishing villages, and delightful sandy beaches lined with coconut palms. The island is surrounded by the second largest coral reef in the world and, as a result, many wrecks and alleged pirate treasure still lie unsalvaged on the sea bed. The island's other treasures are more obvious - West Bay, a gently curving, 300-meter-(985 foot)-long "dream beach" is one of the most beautiful strips of sand on Roatán.
Visit Belize City, the country's largest town, main port, and its economic and cultural center, although it has not been the capital since 1975. Belize is situated in the southeast of the Yucatán Peninsula and was part of the Mayan Empire, which left behind a rich legacy here. The ruined city of Altun Ha is one of Belize's best-preserved and most accessible Mayan cities. Lamanai, which lies on the banks of an inland lagoon, has been a settlement for 3,000 years. Excavations have shown that more than 20,000 people lived here in 700 AD.
Dicover the Belize Barrier Reef, a 256-kilometer-long series of coral reefs made up of numerous small coral islands. It is the second largest in the world after Australia's Great Barrier Reef. In Lighthouse Reef Atoll discover a very unusual natural wonder - the Great Blue Hole. It was formed during the last ice age and this circular recess in the ocean floor with a diameter of over 300 meters is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Almost any pirate who was anyone dropped anchor here. Nowadays it's filled with people wanting to escape the stresses of daily life under palm trees or in the rich underwater world. Cozumel, the largest island in Mexico, lies only a few knots away from the Yucatan Peninsula. The advanced Mayan civilization in Central America, which began around 5,000 years ago and reached its final stages at the time of the Spanish conquest, still poses questions today. Their ceremonies appear bloodthirsty, their stepped pyramids impressive, and their stone carvings extremely skilled. As far as we know, Tulum is the only Mayan settlement which was established on the coast.
Arrive at Cienfuegos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005, whose name literally translates as "Hundred fires" and is also known as the Pearl of the South. The city owes its grand, romantic architecture to the French colonists who first settled there. The beautiful old town of Trinidad de Cuba is a true gem, with lovingly restored colonial facades, sleepy lanes and a turquoise sea. This friendly town, with its important past at the center of sugar cane cultivation, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site for many years, along with the cultivated landscape of the Valle de Los Ingenios, or "Valley of the Sugarmills". Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your continued independent journeys.
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Rates are based on double occupancy. A limited number of cabins can be booked for individual use for an additional charge.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AmEx. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
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Excellent trip saw much more than would have seen with out Adventure Life's help.
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2 days ago
Erin made things easier than I thought possible. So good at answering questions in a timely manner and explaining all. I feel she looks out for me.
Fran Folkman
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Very personable and knowledgeable! Able to answer questions and provide advice based on personal experiences.
Robert Thompson
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Erin is a seasoned travel planner and is very personable. She is a good listener and uses our questions and concerns to make the trip just as we want it. She is very good at moving the booking process along and meticulous with the details.
This is why we came back to have her plan this trip for us.
Lynn Oveson
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Erin C. was incredibly helpful and thorough. I had answers immediately or within the same day.