About this trip
Thirteen days moving through Belize's rainforest, Maya ruins and Caribbean coast, with a detour into Guatemala for good measure. It's an easy-paced, fully guided trip that suits wildlife spotters, jungle walkers and beach lovers alike.
You start in Belize City and head into the rainforest before crossing into Guatemala to see Tikal, then loop back to finish on the laid-back island of Caye Caulker.
Expect a mix of ruins, jungle and reef rather than one single focus — a good fit if you want a taste of everything Belize and its neighbour have to offer.
What you'll do
- Explore the Maya ruins of Xunantunich and Lamanai
- Visit the temples of Tikal in Guatemala
- Snorkel the Belize Barrier Reef off Caye Caulker
- Spot howler and spider monkeys, toucans and crocodiles in the wild
- Look for birdlife in Belize's wetland areas
- Easy-paced itinerary suited to first-timers rather than hardcore trekkers
- Includes a cross-border day trip into Guatemala for Tikal
- Mixes jungle, ruins and beach time rather than settling in one place
Worth it if you want diverse wildlife, Mayan archaeology, and water activities with a genuinely excellent guide. Think twice if you need seamless admin support from Explore itself.
- Wilfred, the guide, was knowledgeable, organized and detail-oriented across history, nature and archaeology.
- Snorkeling and sailing at Hol Chan Marine Reserve with rays, sharks and turtles stood out.
- Interactions with Explore organization itself were unsatisfactory, though guides and drivers were excellent.
- Early morning starts (dawn birdwatching, boat rides) are built in; plan energy accordingly.
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Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £2,400, about 14% below the priciest month (Jan).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Belize City · 24 Oct – 25 Oct
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