Swim with Manatees
Visit Belize’s stunning beaches, taking to the shallow coastal waters to paddle with manatees.
Our classic adventures through Belize incorporate the jewels of the tiny country that packs a punch – from tracking jaguar and river tubing to exploring manatee-inhabited lagoons and barrier reef snorkelling.
With its wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and history, we can curate a fully-tailored trip bursting with extraordinary experiences for solo travellers, honeymooners and families alike.
Visit Belize’s stunning beaches, taking to the shallow coastal waters to paddle with manatees.
Experience vast jungles and exotic coastlines, staying in unique hand-picked properties.
Travel to the iconic sink hole for a snorkelling or diving expedition, or join a flight-seeing trip.
Explore archaeological sites and ancient cultures of Xunantunich and Lamanai.
Suited to both outdoor enthusiasts and those who simply endeavour to dip their toes in the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea, Belize is a pint-sized tropical playground. In a place where intense jungle hikes are rewarded with secluded waterfall pools, ancient Maya ruins nestle in dense jungles and scenic flights allow for birds’ eye views of the Blue Hole, we can tailor a bespoke trip that suits all activity levels and interests. As the country is so small, it is possible to visit a number of exotic destinations either in the company of an expert private guide or while travelling independently. Plus, when it comes to accommodation, we know the most thrilling family-friendly jungle hideaways, the most romantic infinity pool cabins, and everything in between.
Day 1
Belize City - Cayo District
Days 2-4
Cayo District
Day 5
Cayo District - Orange Walk District
Days 6-7
Orange Walk District
Day 8
Orange Walk District - Ambergris Caye
Days 9-11
Ambergris Caye
Day 1
Belize City - Cayo District
Days 2-4
Cayo District
Experience vast jungles and exotic coastlines, staying in unique hand-picked properties.
Day 5
Cayo District - Orange Walk District
Days 6-7
Orange Walk District
Go on a jaguar tracking expedition in the highly remote Orange Walk District.
Day 8
Orange Walk District - Ambergris Caye
Days 9-11
Ambergris Caye
Take to shallow coastal waters to paddle beside nuzzling manatees.
Despite sitting in the shadow of towering Maya metropolises such as Mexico’s Chichen Itza to the north, Guatemala’s Tikal to the west and Honduras’ Copan to the south, Belize boasts hundreds of highly impressive and lesser-known unique archaeological sites of its own. In the company of an expert local guide or archaeologist, travel to the remote ruins of Caracol, accessible only by rough and unpaved tracks.
Owing to its extremely remote location, intrepid visitors to the ruins often find themselves alone – except, of course, from the noisy toucans and monkeys. Other notable sites include idyllic Lamanai, which boasts magnificent central plazas, and atmospheric Xunantunich, which is encompassed by galleries of forest.
In the highly remote Orange Walk District, reachable by a little-travelled overland route that passes incredible ruins or an exclusive private charter flight, there is much more to see than citrus trees and sugar cane farms. In this biologically rich area of jungle, savanna and wetlands, the chances of spotting an elusive jaguar are favourable. In the company of knowledgeable expeditionary guides, move through vast terrains of tropical forest to track these fleeting big cats, as well as pumas, ocelots, margays and jaguarundis.
It is difficult not to be jungle-centric when exploring Belize, but the Cayo District is no one-trick pony. In some of the country’s most rugged terrains, we can arrange tubing adventures through ancient ceremonial cave networks, canoeing trips atop meandering rivers, horseback journeys in verdant forests and rappelling expeditions down thundering waterfalls. With an abundance of challenging valleys, creeks and rivers to traverse, the jungle is also an awe-inspiring location for off-the-beaten-track mountain biking. Much of your time will be spent on exploratory excursions, keeping a watchful eye out for wildlife that includes all five of Belize’s indigenous big cats.
From the soft white sand of Ambergris Caye to the tranquillity of Placencia, Belize is an opportune place to explore dramatic ocean ecosystems. Take to shallow coastal waters to paddle beside nuzzling manatees, a memorable experience that often results in close encounters as these gentle giants give in to their innate curiosity. Perhaps journey to Shark-Ray Alley to mingle with sharks and rays or try world-renowned snorkelling at the famed Barrier Reef. The jewel in the stone of the Caribbean Sea, the Great Blue Hole, doubles as the holy grail of diving sites, and we can arrange diving expeditions amongst ancient stalagmite and stalactite formations. Those without diving experience can still experience the majesty of the geological phenomenon by snorkelling or joining a flight-seeing trip.
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January to March is the driest and coolest time of year in Belize. It is the ideal time to explore the jungle and Mayan architecture, or simply relax on the beach. It is peak season, so it is worth booking in advance to secure the best accommodation.
January to March is the driest and coolest time of year in Belize. It is the ideal time to explore the jungle and Mayan architecture, or simply relax on the beach. It is peak season, so it is worth booking in advance to secure the best accommodation.
January to March is the driest and coolest time of year in Belize. It is the ideal time to explore the jungle and Mayan architecture, or simply relax on the beach. It is peak season, so it is worth booking in advance to secure the best accommodation.
April and May remain a good time to visit Belize, with mainly dry weather across the majority of the country. Heat and humidity increases but there is still very little rainfall. A quieter time to visit, outside of Easter
April and May are a great time to go diving and watch Whale Sharks at Glover’s Reef, part of a protected marine reserve called the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve (GSSCMR), off Placencia.
April and May remain a good time to visit Belize, with mainly dry weather across the majority of the country. Heat and humidity increases but there is still very little rainfall. A quieter time to visit, outside of Easter.
April and May are a great time to go diving and watch Whale Sharks at Glover’s Reef, part of a protected marine reserve called the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve (GSSCMR), off Placencia.
June and July bring the start of the rainy season, although showers tend to be short and sharp in the afternoon and evening. The Annual Lobster Festival marks the start of the lobster season, and it is the perfect time to indulge in the wonderful fresh seafood of the country.
June and July bring the start of the rainy season, although showers tend to be short and sharp in the afternoon and evening. The Annual Lobster Festival marks the start of the lobster season, and it is the perfect time to indulge in the wonderful fresh seafood of the country.
August to October is the main rainy season, with the chance of tropical storms and the occasional hurricane. Visitors numbers are low and some lodges close, but if you don’t mind a few showers it’s a quiet time to travel.
August to October is the main rainy season, with the chance of tropical storms and the occasional hurricane. Visitors numbers are low and some lodges close, but if you don’t mind a few showers it’s a quiet time to travel.
August to October is the main rainy season, with the chance of tropical storms and the occasional hurricane. Visitors numbers are low and some lodges close, but if you don’t mind a few showers it’s a quiet time to travel.
November and December see the country dry up, and humidity drops. The country is quiet until Christmas and New Year when accommodation is harder to come by.
November and December see the country dry up, and humidity drops. The country is quiet until Christmas and New Year when accommodation is harder to come by.
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