Belize as You Like It!

The Belize as You like It is one of our Classic Collection Travel Programs featuring your choice of activities in both; the Inland Jungle of Cayo and at the beach in Ambergris Caye. While at the jungle, select two full day adventures: Barton Creek Cave canoeing to an ancient Mayan burial ground and Zip Lining at Calico Jacks, or venture into the Blancaneaux Cave and swim in the water holes of the Big Rock Waterfalls, or visit the magnificent Jungles of Belize at the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, enjoy a refreshing swim in the Rio On Pools, and explore the Caracol Maya site, or explore the cave at Actun Tunichil Muknal; or venture into neighboring Guatemala for a visit of the Tikal Archeological Park. On the way to the sandy beaches of Ambergris Caye, partake on a half day activity: visit the Belize Zoo, enjoy a cave tubing expedition, or partake on a Zip Lining adventure. In Ambergris Caye, choose from the following options: Beach Picnic and Snorkeling Day Trip, or a Sunset Sailing Cruise and a morning snorkeling excursion of the Hol Chan Marine Park in the second longest coral reef in the world.

Our 8-Day Belize as You like It Holiday Adventure, begins in the Inland Jungle of Cayo with opportunities for Cave Canoeing and Zip Lining, Cave Explorations, Rainforest & Jungle Hikes and Maya site explorations, and Waterfall Swimming, plus a visit to the Belize Zoo, or Cave Tubing; and ends relaxing on the Caribbean Island of Ambergris Caye with sailing and snorkeling adventures.

Day 1 | Welcome to Belize | D. 

After clearing customs, proceed to exit to the curbside area and meet your local host from the Mystic River Resort. Enjoy a scenic van transfer to the Inland Jungle of San Ignacio in the Cayo District. Your three-night stay at the resort includes accommodations in a Studio Suite with views of the Macal River. While at the Mystic River Resort, all meals and taxes are included; also included are two full day shared excursions of your choice, plus your choice of one half day activity en-route to the local airport in Belize City.

Days 2 & 3 | Discovering, Exploring, Experiencingand Enjoying the Best of the Inland Jungle | B.L.D.

During these two days you will partake on two adventures of your choice*. Dates of operation will be determined by the Innkeeper. Minimum two guests per adventure.

• Barton Creek Cave Canoeing & Zip Lining: Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel. Meet your local guide and begin today’s adventure. Flowing from a giant crack in the mountain, Upper Barton Creek Cave offers a float trip into the ancient past. Utilizing canoes equipped with spotlights to pierce the veil of darkness, you will glide through crystal clear water into a world forgotten by time; a mystifying world of marvelous natural formations and spectacular wonders. Barton Creek is a sacred world where burial grounds, ceremonial pottery, and bones of the ancient peoples remain as an eternal testimonial. Calico Jacks Zip Lining: Offering a variety of three different runs, you can choose a beginner run for only 45 minutes or step up to the next level and zip through the rainforest for an hour. If you crave a higher level of excitement, then you combine both runs to make it a total of 1.5 hours consisting of 9 runs, 15 platforms, a jungle lift, and a total of 2,700 feet of adrenaline pumping zip lining! Tour leaves at 8:00 AM. Bring along bug spray, camera, flip-flops or sandals are fine for the canoe ride, light hiking shoes for the zip line, and bottled water. 
  Duration: Full Day | Lunch: Packed lunch included | Difficulty: Moderate
• Caracol Mayan Ruins & Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve & Rio On Pools: Situated high on the Vaca Plateau deep in the Chiquibul Forest Reserve, Caracol is the most extensive Mayan site in Belize and was only rediscovered as recently as 1936. The site of Caracol covers over 80 square miles with 30,000 structures and at its peak supported a population in excess of 150,000. Situated at 1600 feet above sea level (one of the highest located sites of the southern uplands region) with no natural water body close by, it remains a mystery why such a huge population center like Caracol evolved where it is. However, the close proximity to both extremely hard stone and copal, two commodities highly prized by the Mayas may help ex-plain this enigma. At the heart of the site lies the massive pyramid of Caana (Sky Palace) which is now almost fully restored and reaches a height of over 135 feet. From the top you can enjoy breath taking panoramic views over the forest clad mountains. On your return, you will stop at the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve and the Rio On Pools for a refreshing dip before heading back to the resort.
  Duration: Full Day | Lunch: Packed lunch included | Difficulty: Moderate
• Blancaneaux Cave & Big Rock Waterfalls: Start your day with a fabulous and fun ride in our Crew Cab 6 Passengers Polaris vehicle to the Elijio Panti National Park. Explore the beautiful Blancaneaux Cave where ancient Mayas held their sacred rituals and learn their mysteries. There, you will find pottery shards and remnants of an ancient life along with some fabulous crystal rock formations. Get back on board the Polaris and take a short ride to the top of Big Rock Waterfalls. There’s a reason there’s such a thing as ‘hidden gems,’ and Big Rock Falls is the prime example of this. Tucked into the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve this waterfall literally prompts your jaw to drop once you lay eyes upon it. Magnificent, monumental and massive, Big Rock stands tall with a small pool at the bottom of it, flowing into a bigger cenote that rushes over large rocks (hence, the name.) Lying on your back and staring at the cloudless sky as you float is the recommended way to experience Big Rock Falls. For a free, natural massage place yourself near the rocky walls and let the cascades pummel your back while also refreshing your face. A packed lunch will accompany you so you can feast at the top of the waterfall.
  Duration: Full Day | Lunch: Packed lunch included | Difficulty: Moderate
• ATM (Actun Tunichil Muknal): Explore the buried secrets of Belize’s caves. In the mood for a bit of spelunking? Belize’s caves make for some of the best eco-tourism in Belize. Adventure travel in these parts is not complete without a trip to the caves, and Mystic River Resort is within reach of many of them, including the ATM Belize Caves, Cayo District’s newest jungle cave attraction (it was only discovered in 1989) features ceramics, stoneware – and even human skeletons! This Mayan archaeological site is home of “The Crystal Maiden,” the skeleton of a teenage girl, probably a sacrifice victim, whose bones have been given a sparkling appearance by centuries of erosion inside the cave. Actun Tunichil Muknal is a must-see of eco-tourism in Central America. To enter the cave, you wade or swim across a large pool before scrambling up and into the cave. The caverns where the relics are found are dry even when the area is hit by a hurricane. The trip ends with an ice cold beer, soda, or water to collect your thoughts, relax, and talk about new discoveries before heading back to Mystic River Resort.
  Duration: Full Day | Lunch: Packed lunch included | Difficulty: Intermediate / Strenuous
  *Important note: This tour is a long and challenging adventure – a good level of physical fitness is required and the ability to swim is a plus.
• The Spectacular Tikal Archeological Reserve. Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel. Meet your local guide and begin today’s adventure. The Tikal Archaeological Reserve is located in the dense tropical jungles of the Peten region of Guatemala and is the largest and most spectacular of all Mayan sites. Extensive excavation and restoration has revealed the grandeur civilization long past. An abundance of tropical birds, monkeys and other wildlife can be seen while exploring the well maintained trails throughout the park. This full day tour leaves at 7:30 am. Bring along your passport, bug spray, binoculars, hiking shoes, extra water to keep you hydrated, and your camera! Lunch is included at the site, also included is the border crossing fee.
  Duration: Full Day | Lunch: lunch included at the site | Difficulty: Moderate / Intermediate

Day 4 | From the Inland Jungle to the Caribbean Island of Ambergris Caye | B.

En-route to the Belize City Municipal Airport; enjoy the half day activity of your selection*:

• Cave Tubing at the Jaguar Paw Adventure Outpost: Upon arrival, you will be issued with a headlamp, life vest, and an inner tube for the cave tubing adventure. During your jungle hike to the put-in location, you will be briefed about Medicinal Plants, Belize Cave Systems, and Use of The Cave by the Mayan People. Note: Children must be at least 47 inches tall.
• Zip Lining at the Jaguar Paw Adventure Outpost. Experience the thrills of Zip Lining over the jungle, and soar from tree to tree just like Tarzan. Enjoy a close-up look of the Belize jungle as you fly through the tree canopy of the rainforest.
• Belize Zoo. A visit to the Zoo is the best way to get an introduction to the animals of Belize, and to understand why it is important to protect the habitats that sustain them. The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center believes that by bringing the people of Belize closer to the animals which are their natural heritage, they will feel proud of these special resources, and want to protect them for future generations.

Upon completion of your chosen adventure, you will be driven to the City Airport to check-in for your Tropic Air flight to Ambergris Caye. (Airfare is INCLUDED). Upon arrival, meet and greet service and be transferred to the Ramon’s Village Beachfront Resort for a four-night stay in Beachfront Rooms, with breakfast, service charges, and taxes included.

Welcome to Ambergris Caye and to the historic fishing village of San Pedro. This charming village is situated on Ambergris Caye, the jewel of more than 1,000 islands and cayes scattered throughout the Western Caribbean waters of Belize. Balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy the resort and the beach.

Days 5, 6 & 7 | Full days to enjoy the beach and your selected activity*: Morning Snorkel trip to the Hol Chan Marine Park & Afternoon Sunset Sailing Cruise, or Beach Picnic and Snorkeling Day Trip | B.

• Hol Chan Marine Park / Shark Ray Alley: Some of the best snorkel and diving sites in the world are located just off the coast of Ambergris Caye, so take advantage of a good thing while you can and see as many of them as possible while you are here! Thousands of large and small fish inhabit this magnificent underwater National Park. The reef system that borders Belize was recognized as a World Heritage Site, by UNESCO, several years ago. Hol Chan or “Little Channel,” which cuts all the way through the reef, lives up to its reputation among some of the world’s best dive sites. Hol Chan is safe for beginners, and breathtaking for advanced divers. Sunset Sailing Cruise: Shortly after leaving Ramon’s Village dock, the western sky will begin to fill with the golden glow of the setting sun. As it lowers behind the horizon, millions of diamond like reflections tip each wave and ripple as far as the eye can see. You will never forget the first time you experience this incredible display of Heavenly handiwork. Our return leg takes you in front of San Pedro where you will get a glimpse of what our town looks like at night. Listen as the Calypso beat fills the night air and your “Titanic” glides gracefully across the waves. Snuggle with your honey and reflect upon the wonder of it all as the gentle Caribbean breeze massages you gingerly all the way home.

• Beach Picnic and Snorkeling Day Trip: Climb aboard our 38-foot catamaran and sail the high seas of adventure toward the north, retracing the route of those who harvested the coconut crops for English merchants in the 1600s. Millions of coconuts were harvested each year and sent to England for their bakeries and restaurants. Just imagine pristine beaches lined with virgin coconut palms as far as the eye could see. Around lunch, your skipper will anchor near the coral rich Mexico Rocks; a popular destination that is perfect for beginner and advanced snorkelers. You will not believe the beauty and color of this incredible coral forest! When your snorkeling experience is complete, you will re-board your vessel to the alluring aroma of barbecue fish, chicken, and shrimp, with all the trimmings, which will be served on deck. (Lobster and conch will be on the menu, when they are in season.) After lunch, a nap, sunbathing, or another dip in our crystal clear water is part of the agenda. The cruise home will be leisurely and very relaxing.

*Note: Dates of operation will be determined by the Innkeeper. Minimum of participants apply.

Day 8 | San Pedro / Belize International Airport / Home | B.

At the designated time, transfer to the San Pedro Airport. Check-in at the Tropic Air counter for your flight to the Belize International Airport (local airfare is included) for your onward flight.

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