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Start this trip off by heading inland to your jungle lodge. From here take a leisurely float through a cave, fly through the jungle on a zip-line, journey through cathedral shaped caves, explore winding trails along the Roaring River, and rappel into the incredible black hole drop. After all that adventure you may want osme time to unwind (or not!) set off for Ambergris Caye where the days are free to spend as you choose. Snorkel, kayak, scuba dive, bike around the island or just relax on the beach. 
Snorkeling off Caye CaulkerZiplining through the rainforest canopy!The grounds and cabanas at Pook's HillPottery shards inside the ATM caveThe beginning of our cave-tubing experience!Ryan gives Hol Chan two thumbs up, snorkelWalking through the jungle at Pook's Hill Hol Chan Snorkeling Zip line at Zipriders of Howling Hills! Exiting the cave at Jaguar PawRelieved and excited after rapelling in to the Black HoleRigging up to rappel in to the Black Hole! Making friends with a macaw at the Belize ZooDetailing on a Maya pot inside the ATM cave - the "Monkey Pot"The Crystal Maiden encased in glittering limestoneSnorkeling off Ambergris CayeGetting readyHiking to the Black Hole drop! Cabanas at Pooks Hill LodgeCaving trip in BelizeTubing the Roaring River near Pook's Hill LodgeCabanas at Pook's Hill LodgeA guided tubing trip enters the mouth of the caveEnjoy a blissful snorkeling trip.Exploring the Actun Tunichil Muknal caveHandling an urchin while snorkeling at Turneffe FlatsSwimming with sharks
Highlights
  • Harness in and soar through the jungle canopy on a series of cables
  • Experience the Black Hole Drop, rappelling 300 ft into a collapsed cavern
  • Explore the ATM cave, an active Mayan archaeological site
  • Snorkel Hol Chan Reserve and Shark Ray Alley and enjoy the Belizean reef
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Activity Level: Easy Active
Moderately active but not overly strenuous. This level includes activities like casual cycling, yoga, or excursions/activities that typically last 3-5 hours total each day.
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Day 1: Arrive Belize City

Arrive at the Belize City airport and transfer to your jungle retreat. Along the way stop at the Belize Zoo, where in typical Belizean fashion animals roam 29 acres in large natural enclosures. The jungle lodge is tucked next to the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve and Roaring River. Surrounded by pristine forest, your days at the lodge are filled with natural discoveries exploring the lush vegetation of the Maya Mountains and the mysteries beneath.

Day 2: Rainforest Zipline and Cave Tubing

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning, you will have the thrilling opportunity to soar through the jungle treetops high above the forest floor. A short hike up into the rainforest leads you to the first of five platforms where you begin your exciting trip back down through the jungle canopy on a series of cables. In the afternoon, you will take a leisurely float through the caves and majestic jungle on inner tubes. You will hike to the put-in to the Cave's Branch River with your inner tubes. From there, enjoy afloat through a series of caves with glimpses of the towering rainforest in between.

Day 3: Black Hole Drop

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today we'll continue our adventures with the exciting Black Hole Drop. This highly adventurous tour has been described as a rush like no other! The tour begins with a steep hike over clad limestone hills that lead up, up and up to the edge of a collapsed cave system with high forest growing out of the center and massive caverns on either end. Here your skilled team of guides will prepare you to ease your way over the lip of the cave and rappel the 300 feet down into the collapsed cavern's floor. You control the pace as your descent which allows you the choice to savor the view as you pass through the layers of the canopy on your way to the ground or zip down in one thrilling rush! This tour is not recommended for the faint of heart.

Day 4: Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
We wake early for our unforgettable adventure into the Maya underworld. We begin our journey from our lodge doors, crossing creeks and journeying deep into the Belizean jungle to the opening of the sacred Actun Tunichil Muknal - the Cave of the Stone Sepulcher. At the entrance we gear up with helmets and waterproof headlamps, then wade into the emerald colored water flowing from the cave's gaping mouth. Our journey follows the river's flow through wet and dry caves encased in hanging stalactites and towering stalagmites. Our final destination is the spectacular primary chamber where ancient kings and priests made blood sacrifices to appease the Maya gods. Our lights illuminate the ghostly outlines of skeletal ritual victims and scattered ceramic shards of ancient rituals. Tunichil is an active archeological site, so we're careful not to disturb the sleeping skeletons and ceramic pieces before returning to the light above ground. This is a fairly rigorous trip and travelers should be in good shape. For those looking for an alternative trip, a visit the the Barton Creek Cave is an excellent choice for any age. There are also other activities available for those who prefer life above ground.

Day 5-7: Ambergris Caye

Transfer back to Belize City for your flight over the crystal Caribbean waters to Ambergris Caye. Settle into your beach side hotel and relax into the Belizean spirit. Included in your stay is a snorkeling trip to Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley for your first introduction to the wonderful world of the Belizean reef. Sea turtles, eagle rays, nurse sharks and hundreds of species of fish, coral, and sponges create one of the worlds most diverse underwater ecosystems. The rest of the time is available for you to arrange activities locally. You can take a PADI scuba diver Resort Course, explore the island by bicycle, rent a catamaran or just relax on the beach. The island has plenty of services for daytime adventure and nighttime dining.

Day 8: Return Home

  • 1 Breakfast
Catch your flight back to Belize City in time to connect with your international flight home.

*Please schedule your international flight to depart 12:30 PM or later this day.

Accommodations

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Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Gear Rental
  • Snorkeling gear (mask, fins, snorkel) is provided on your trip free of charge.  Occasionally the snorkeling gear that is supplied is worn, and there may not be enough sizes available to fit every traveler. Therefore, you may want to bring your own snorkeling gear (particularly a mask and snorkel).
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Internal Flights: Belize City - Ambergris Caye - Belize City

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