Belize: Wildlife Adventure
A tropical paradise with miles of shimmering blue Caribbean coastline and lush jungle canopies, there are many reasons to visit Belize, but its diverse wildlife and adventure activities are just a couple! Girls can see native jungle animals up close on multiple nature hikes, whiz through the treetops on a zip-line, and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. Ancient ruins, cave tubing, and a riverboat cruise ensure this will be a Belize tour they will never forget.
The physical rating of this program is: Active: 3 (out of 3)
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Explore the many ways girls can take the lead on this tour
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Day 1: Fly to Belize
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Day 2: Belize City • Lamanai
Travel by boat to the New River Lagoon
Tour the Lamanai Ruins with an expert local guide
Visit the Old Sugar Mill
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Day 3: Belize City • Cayo Region
Travel to the Cayo Region
Enjoy cave tubing
Experience the thrill of a ziplining adventure through the Belizean canopy (Participants must weigh less than 275 lbs)
Learn how to survive in the wild at a guided jungle survival experience
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Day 4: Cayo Region • Xunantunich
Visit the Xunantunich Ruins
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
Visit the Chaa Creek Natural History Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
Jungle night hike
See the Cayo region’s rainforest from a new perspective during a nighttime nature walk. Breathe in the cool air, gaze up at the stars through the canopy, and listen for the sounds of nocturnal wildlife—you may even spot elusive jungle locals like ocelots, scorpions, tarantulas, or howler monkeys on your journey.
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Day 5: Cayo Region • Belize City • Ambergris Caye
Travel to Belize City
Visit the Belize Zoo
Travel by water taxi to Ambergris Caye
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Day 6: Ambergris Caye
Snorkel at Hol Chan Marine Reserve
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Day 7: Depart for home
Travel by water taxi to Belize City for your flight home
Add 1 more day
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Day 7: Ambergris Caye
Add this in-depth excursion:
Snorkeling in the Coral Gardens
See one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems up close when you explore parts of the Belize Barrier Reef with an expert local guide. Board a boat bound for Caye Caulker, and snorkel through the stunning Coral Gardens. Depending on the season, you could observe manta rays, tarpon fish, and nurse sharks. You may even spot the magnificent West Indian manatee—a protected species that can grow up to 13 feet long and weigh upwards of 1,000 pounds.
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Day 8: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Belize
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Belize City • Lamanai
Travel by boat to the New River Lagoon
Tour the Lamanai Ruins with an expert local guide
Visit the Old Sugar Mill
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Day 3: Belize City • Cayo Region
Travel to the Cayo Region
Enjoy cave tubing
Experience the thrill of a ziplining adventure through the Belizean canopy (Participants must weigh less than 275 lbs)
Learn how to survive in the wild at a guided jungle survival experience
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Day 4: Cayo Region • Xunantunich
Visit the Xunantunich Ruins
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
Visit the Chaa Creek Natural History Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
Jungle night hike
See the Cayo region’s rainforest from a new perspective during a nighttime nature walk. Breathe in the cool air, gaze up at the stars through the canopy, and listen for the sounds of nocturnal wildlife—you may even spot elusive jungle locals like ocelots, scorpions, tarantulas, or howler monkeys on your journey.
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Day 5: Cayo Region • Belize City • Ambergris Caye
Travel to Belize City
Visit the Belize Zoo
Travel by water taxi to Ambergris Caye
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Day 6: Ambergris Caye
Snorkel at Hol Chan Marine Reserve
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Day 7: Depart for home
Travel by water taxi to Belize City for your flight home
Add 1 more day
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Day 7: Ambergris Caye
Add this in-depth excursion:
Snorkeling in the Coral Gardens
See one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems up close when you explore parts of the Belize Barrier Reef with an expert local guide. Board a boat bound for Caye Caulker, and snorkel through the stunning Coral Gardens. Depending on the season, you could observe manta rays, tarpon fish, and nurse sharks. You may even spot the magnificent West Indian manatee—a protected species that can grow up to 13 feet long and weigh upwards of 1,000 pounds.
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Day 8: Depart for home
Interested in leading this tour?
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (7 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; 5 lunches (6 lunches with extension)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
1 sightseeing tour led by expert, licensed guide
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Entrances
Lamanai Ruins; Old Sugar Mill; Guided jungle hike; Zip-line tour; Xunantunich Ruins; Chaa Creek Natural History Center; Old Belize River boat ride; Community Baboon Sanctuary; Snorkeling
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
