Reefs & Cayes

6 days starting and ending in Placencia, Belize. Sun-Fri
$1295

Glide silently among the cayes and coral reef while sea kayaking Belize's crystal Caribbean waters. Snorkel with blue parrot fish, neon blowfish, six foot eagle rays and harmless nurse sharks, and study delicate purple plume coral, brain coral and sea fans. Each night we return to our mainland hotel located right on the edge of the Caribbean waters. Most of all, enjoy the relaxed rhythm of this Caribbean escape - you’re sure to come to back to Belize again and again.

Full Itinerary Additional Details
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Summary

  • Day 1 : Arrive Placencia
  • Days 2-5 : Sea Kayaking
  • Day 6 : Return Home
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Travel Highlights
  • Placencia
  • Cayes
  • Belize Barrier Reef
  • Paddling
    PaddlingIncludes paddling activity such as sea kayaking or rafting.
  • Nature Viewing
    Nature ViewingIncludes intentional opportunity to observe flora or fauna with an experienced guide.
  • Snorkeling
    SnorkelingIncludes opportunity for snorkeling or possibly SCUBA.

Details

Day 1 Arrive Placencia lodge

(D)

Arrive Belize City and take a connecting flight to Placencia. We’ll meet you at Placencia’s little airport to take you to your beachfront hotel to begin your Belize vacation. Enjoy your first taste of seafood at our welcome dinner, and spend some time exploring this charming seaside town. Overnight.

Days 2-5 Sea Kayaking lodge

(4B,4L,4D)

The second largest coral reef in the world lies a short distance from the Belize mainland. The reef is alive with hundreds of species of fish, corals, and sponges, and over 200 sandy islands rise above this natural wonder. You will spend 4 days exploring a half dozen of these tiny islands by kayak.

Each days paddling will take you to a different island, coral reef or marine habitat, where you will enjoy snorkeling amongst colorful corals and tropical fish.  Each of these islands has its unique character and a little something different to offer.  The inner cayes, sometimes referred to as The Range, offers not only snorkeling along coral patch reefs, but mangrove snorkeling as well.  Because these islands are less trafficked by tourists, there is an abundance of marine life.  Silk Cayes, sometimes called Queen Cayes, which lies directly on the Belize Barrier Reef, may be the most beautiful islands in all of Belize. The white sand beaches and breezy palm trees of Silk Cayes create an idyllic Caribbean escape. In addition to these spectacular islands, we have the opportunity to paddle in the unique habitat of the Placencia Lagoon - a nursery for reef fish and home to the manatee.  

With dozens of islands within easy paddling distance, the exact cayes we visit can vary depending on local conditions. Our guides are expert naturalists and they know the very best places to snorkel and kayak depending on the season.

Day 6 Return Home

(B,L)

Transfer to the Placencia airport for your flight to Belize City and onward

Accommodations:

5 nights beachfront hotel

Single Supplement: $420

Meals Included:

All meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner); most of our hotels offer free continental breakfast.

Transportation:

kayaks, motor boat Group & Staff: Maximum 10; local naturalist/kayaking guide

Notes:

Internal flight Belize City-Placencia-Belize City not included. Flight cost is approximately US$185 (flight cost subject to change). You may buy this with your international ticket or we can bill you for this when you book.

Group & Staff:

Min 2, bilingual naturalist, local guides

Personal Budgeting:

Allow US$100 for meals/snacks not included, US$40 international departure tax

Pre & Post Tour Accommodations:

Share US$90, Single US$180

Is it for Me?

A great trip for ocean lovers that is fairly active, yet with plenty of time for snorkeling and relaxing. No prior kayaking experience is required, and the support boat allows you paddle as little or as much as you like.

Arrival / Departure Transfers:

1 person US$50 each
2 or more people US$25 /person

Weekly Departures
Please note that because of inclement weather and the risk of hurricanes, we do not offer this trip from June through the end of October. Ask about our other great trips during these months!

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What a wonderful trip - and everything arranged perfectly! I am amazed that I could just plop myself down in a foreign country with complete confidence that I will be taken care of like a ...
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