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Experience Overview
This is Belize at its best — part chill island escape part inland jungle adventure. Over eight laid-back days you’ll snorkel vibrant reefs cycle sandy streets soak up Mayan history and slow things down to Caribbean time. Kick things off in San Ignacio with waterfalls and ruins before heading to Caye Caulker where reggae beats and beach hammocks rule. Then it’s all aboard for a three-day sailing trip through lesser-known cayes where the fish is fresh the sunsets are fire and life runs on island time. Come for the vibes stay for the everything.
Highlights
- Spot tropical sea life while snorkelling the world's second-largest barrier reef
- Explore the inland jungle landscape of San Ignacio
- Listen to reggae music as you walk down Caye Caulker's sandy main street
- Spend three days sailing through the lesser-known cayes of Belize’s Caribbean coast
- Stay on two beautiful islands for a taste of off-the-grid paradise
- Eat freshly caught fish prepared by your sailing chef each day
Trip Details
Product Code: 38749
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle, water taxi, sailing ship, walking
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: 18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Supplier Code: CBBH
Starts: Belize City, Belize
Finishes: Hopkins, Belize
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating: Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: San Ignacio Your Discover Moment: Caye Caulker Your Big Night Out Moment: Caye Caulker
- Arrival transfer
- 3-day sailing excursion through Belize’s Caribbean Cayes
- Snorkelling opportunities each day at different locations and above the Barrier Reef
- Freshly caught seafood lunches and dinners
- All necessary snorkeling gear and equipment
- Free time in San Ignacio, Caye Caulker, Hopkins, and various islands
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (2 nts), Hostels (3 nts, multi-share), Tents on island (1 nt, multi-share), Dorm rooms on island (1 nt, multi-share)
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, water taxi, sailing ship, walking
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, Sailing crew while on ship.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1835 ($229 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Belize City/San Ignacio
Arrive to Belize City and transfer inland to to the town of San Ignacio. Prepare to let the good times roll! Upon arrival attend a welcome meeting and afterwards choose to join the group for a meal at a local spot nearby. This vibrant town serves as the gateway to exploring Mayan ruins, lush rainforests, and adrenaline inducing outdoor activities. Get ready to explore!
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Venus Hotel
Day 2: San Ignacio
Enjoy a full free day to go all out in San Ignacio! Choose from a long list of optional activities to get you out into the wild landscape. Choose to visit the sacred Mayan caves of Actun Tunichil Muknal, check out Barton Creek Cave, Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, or visit the ancient ruins of Caracol or Xunantunich. Pretend you're an ancient explorer discovering these places for the first time and make sure to capture photos and videos because you'll want to look back on this amazing trip when you get home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - There's plenty to see and do in San Ignacio, and plenty of time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like cave exploring, visiting Mayan ruins, and horseback riding. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!Accommodation - Venus Hotel
Day 3: San Ignacio/Caye Caulker
Enjoy the scenery today as it changes from inland jungle to gorgeous beach-front paradise. The group will leave San Ignacio for Belize City in the morning. Enjoy free time in Belize City for lunch on your own and then board a water taxi to the laid-back, chill atmosphere of Caye Caulker. Choose to grab a meal at a local restaurant together with the group and let the inside jokes commence. Many laughs and selfies will be shared as the sun sets on this beautiful island.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Jump in and cross the water to the next stop.Free_time - Enjoy a free evening in Caye Caulker. Get settled, stroll along the beach, and choose to find a great local spot for a delicious dinner after a day of travel.Free_time - Grab some lunch on your own in Belize City and take a short walk to stretch those legs after this morning's drive.Accommodation - Caye Caulker Plaza Hotel
Day 4: Caye Caulker
Reach peak relaxation during a full free day in Caye Caulker. Fewer than 2,000 people live here full-time – an eclectic mix of Mestizo, Maya, Garifuna, Creole, and Mennonites, along with a few hippies and retirees. The main street is a sandy pathway and people get around on foot, by bike or golf cart. Choose to pre-book a visit to the Hol Chan Marine reserve, go kayaking, walk around town, swim, or simply work on your tan on a towel in the soft sand. The choice is yours and this is a great way to soak up time on land before taking to the sea on a sailing adventure.
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Spend a full free day in the laid-back, beach-front paradise of Caye Caulker. Enjoy the slow pace of living and be fully present in the moment.Activity - Enjoy a night out on the town with your travel friends and truly let your hair down in the chill atmosphere of Caye Caulker.Accommodation - Caye Caulker Plaza Hotel
Day 5: Belize Sailing Excursion
Live out those island sailing fantasies as the group departs on an actual sail boat from Caye Caulker this morning to Rendezvous Caye. Get ready for some serious fun! Along today's route the group will visit Goff's or Sergeant's Caye for two distinct snorkeling experiences. These dives offer immersion into the vibrant marine life of Belize's Barrier Reef System, the world's second-largest in size and biodiversity. After an incredible lunch prepared by your onboard chef, arrive at Rendezvous Caye, a tiny jewel of a sand bank surrounded by breathtaking turquoise waters and abundant marine life. This is your exclusive island escape! Set up tents and enjoy free time to relax. Sunset on Rendezvous Caye is a memory that will last a lifetime, particularly when enjoyed with refreshing rum cocktails and delicious ceviche. Cheers, everyone!
The night before your sailing departure travellers will be asked to divide their belongings into two distinct sets. Secure Storage for bulky luggage. This will contain items not immediately required during the sailing portion of the trip. These belongings will be securely stored in a designated area on the vessel. While accessible, it is requested that retrieval from this storage be limited to essential needs, minimizing disruptions and maximizing valuable deck space. And On-Hand Essentials (Personal Day Bag). This smaller bag, such as a backpack or duffel, should contain all personal necessities for daily use throughout the trip. This includes clothing, toiletries, and any other items you'll want readily available without accessing the main storage. This system ensures immediate access to crucial items while maintaining an organized and uncluttered environment on board.
Meals included: Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Day one's final destination is Rendezvous Caye. Along the way there will be snorkelling stops to experience the diverse marine life here in Belize's barrier reef system. Your ship will navigate beyond frequented areas into remote, pristine waters of the Southern Cayes, making this feel like a genuine escape. Enjoy the spacious sundeck onboard and stunning views of the Caribbean. The sailing crew will even give those interested a chance at learning the ropes firsthand. Enjoy a fresh lunch onboard before arriving to your island paradise, a tiny jewel of a sand bank surrounded by breathtaking turquoise waters and abundant marine life. Enjoy a beautiful sunset as your chef prepares the catch of the day for dinner. And feel excited knowing you are making memories that will last a lifetime. Tonight, you will sleep in tends on the island.Accommodation - Camping Rendezvous Caye
Day 6: Belize Sailing Excursion
Sail onwards to Tobacco Caye today with snorkelling at Colson Caye, Southern Long Caye Channel, and Caye Glory where the loggerhead turtle and Caribbean stingrays reside. You'll stay the night on picturesque Tobacco Caye. The island offers a distinct allure for travellers. It is notably larger than the previous island and sits directly atop the Barrier Reef, making it a prime spot for snorkelling with marine life. Feel the island's vibrant pulse surrounded by brightly coloured wooden houses and swaying coconut palms. Enjoy free time here to stroll, swim, and hang out with a nice cold beverage in your hand. Tonight, enjoy another glorious sunset dinner featuring the fresh catch of the day. Sleep in dorm style rooms tonight. You'll want someone to pinch you because this kind of paradise really does feel like a dream come true.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Chow down some breakfast before setting sail to your next destination. There will be some incredible marine encounters today during your snorkelling excursions at Colson Caye, Southern Long Caye Channel, and Caye Glory. At Caye Glory you may encounter magnificent loggerhead turtles and graceful Caribbean stingrays. Enjoy lunch onboard and snacks between snorkels. Spend the night on the larger Tobacco Caye which sits directly atop the Barrier Reef and allows visitors to observe the dramatic spectacle of open sea waves meeting the reef with a mesmerizing abundance of ocean colours and diverse array of bird and marine life. It is possible to stroll the entire island in about 20 minutes and offers a remote feel while still providing an authentic immersion into Caribbean island life. You'll find other brightly coloured wooden houses on the island, some hovering on stilts over the water, and lots of swaying coconut palms. Stay in dorm style accommodation tonight with ceiling fans to blow the sea breeze around. Have a delicious dinner featuring the fresh catch of the day and sit back to observe a beautiful sunset with your travel pals. It's safe to say no one wants this magical experience to end.Accommodation - Shared accomodation
Day 7: Dangriga/Hopkins
‘Ahoy, mateys' today is your final day aboard your sailing ship. But fear not you have one last long snorkelling opportunity in the Southern Water Cay Channel. So what are you waiting for? Dive in one last time and feel enveloped by the vibrant underwater world of Belize. Anchor off of Southern Water Caye and enjoy the powdery white sand and crystal-clear knee-deep water of island paradise with some farewell cocktails to close out a truly unique and unforgettable sailing experience in the Caribbean. Eat a fresh lunch on the ship and then disembark in the late afternoon in Dangriga. From here, the group will travel by private vehicle to Hopkins for free time. Perhaps, find a fun local spot for dinner and drinks as a group to keep the island party vibes going.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Sail to South Water Caye for a final snorkelling experience in the channel there to encounter more marine life. Dive into the clear water and simply enjoy being in paradise and the vibrant underwater world. Then, spend some time on the picture-perfect beach of South Water Caye with white, powdery sand, and crystal-clear, knee-deep water. Sip a cold beverage and cheers to an unforgettable three days. The group will sail back to Tobacco Caye, gather all belongs, and disembark the ship in Dangriga in the late afternoon. What a unique and memorable way to see and experience some of Belize's tropical cayes.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Enjoy time to yourself in Hopkins. Embrace the chill vibes, find a local spot for dinner and drinks, and commiserate with your travel family about the amazing sailing adventure you just had. Make sure to catch the final sunset colours over the turquoise sea.Accommodation - Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel
Day 8: Hopkins
Depart at any time.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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G Adventures
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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