- Tour code
BLZADV02
- Start
Belize City
- End
Belize City
- Min. age
16 years old
- Group size
Max 6-16 travellers
- Trip style
Comfort
- Trip pace
Relaxed
- Language
English
Five days, one Maya city, one reef and one small island where nobody hurries. This trip packs its adventure into the first full day, then lets the Caribbean set the pace.
Explore Altun Ha, a Maya city whose temples have stood for more than 2,000 years, then drift on an inner tube through a cave system the Maya once held sacred. By evening you're on the boat to Caye Caulker.
From there it's island rhythm. A private catamaran takes you out for a full day of snorkeling along the reef, where you may spot nurse sharks and sea turtles, with lunch and drinks served on board.
Your last full day mixes a surprise group activity with an afternoon at The Split, the island's famous swimming spot. Get around by golf cart, grab a fresh coconut, and finish with a celebration dinner with the friends you've made.
Why This Journey
Belize is one of the easiest places in the Caribbean to combine ancient history and the reef in a single short trip, and this route does it without long transfers: one night on the mainland, three on the island, with the boat crossing built into the day.
It suits travelers who want a proper island break with a bit of adventure attached, and anyone with only a few days of leave. The catamaran day, the cave tubing and the group dinners give the trip its shape, while Caye Caulker's slow pace takes care of the rest. Groups are small, from 6 to 16 travelers.
Where You'll Stay
Belize City (1 night): Fort George Hotel & Spa, by the sea in the Fort George district. Caye Caulker (3 nights): Iguana Reef Inn, on the water's edge with a freshwater pool. Proposed accommodation (or similar), subject to confirmation. Prices are based on sharing a double room with two beds.
Getting There
International Flights Not Included. International airfare to and from the destination is not included in the package price. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own flights and ensuring their arrival and departure align with the trip itinerary. Fly into and out of Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport, Belize City (BZE). Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
What you will see and do
Climb Maya temples at Altun Ha, then float through jungle caves by tube
Sail the Caribbean and snorkel coral reefs full of tropical fish
Slow down on Caye Caulker: beach bars, sea views and a catamaran day
What's included
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Accommodations in double rooms
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Group transportation
Max 16 travellers per group
What's excluded
- International flights (travellers arrange their own)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Golf-cart hire and optional activities
- Single room supplement (single rooms on request, subject to availability)
- Extra hotel nights before or after the trip
Group itinerary
Once you land in Belize City, transfer to your hotel. Grab a drink by the pool and start getting to know the group.
Tonight you'll have dinner together, then there's time for a swim or an early night. The real action starts in the morning.
After breakfast, head to Altun Ha. Walk among its temples and plazas as your guide explains how this Maya center thrived more than 2,000 years ago.
After lunch, grab an inner tube and float through a huge cave system, past rock formations the Maya treated as sacred.
Then it's off to the coast and a short boat ride to Caye Caulker, where your hotel sits right by the water.
Start slowly with breakfast and a stroll along the waterfront.
Mid-morning, step aboard your private catamaran and spend the whole day at sea, stopping at several snorkel sites along the reef. Lunch and drinks are served on deck between swims.
The evening is free. Eat by the water or join the island's beach-bar crowd.
Enjoy an easy morning after breakfast, then a surprise activity with the group before lunch.
After lunch, make your way to The Split, Caye Caulker's best-known place to swim and hang out, and settle in with the view. Stay as long as you like, then gather for your farewell dinner.
Have breakfast, then ride the ferry back to the mainland, watching the water change color as you go.
Four nights, one reef, one island, and a group of new friends. Allow time to reach the airport for your flight home.
Accommodations
Here's a glimpse of the hotels we selected for this adventure.
Fort George Hotel & Spa
A seafront hotel on Marine Parade in the Fort George district, the older and quieter part of Belize City, close to the harbour and the water-taxi terminals for the cayes.
Its pool is a pleasant place to meet the group after the flight. Room sizes and the official website are still to be confirmed.
Iguana Reef Inn
A small inn on the water's edge in Caye Caulker village, about a mile from the barrier reef, known for its sunset views across the water.
It has a freshwater swimming pool, one of the few on the island, a bar serving drinks and snacks, complimentary bikes and breakfast included.
Hotel websiteRooms
You'll stay at Trip Hotel.
- Included
Shared double
Shared with the person you book with, or a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- +$627 per person
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
Room prices are per person for the Apr 7, 2027 departure and can differ on other dates. You choose your room when you book.
Tour FAQS
Fly into and out of Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport, Belize City (BZE).
Proposed accommodation is Fort George Hotel & Spa in Belize City and Iguana Reef Inn on Caye Caulker (or similar hotels), subject to confirmation.
International Flights Not Included. International airfare to and from the destination is not included in the package price. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own flights and ensuring their arrival and departure align with the trip itinerary. Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
Airport transfers are not included unless listed in What's Included; contact our Customer Experience team for options.
The trip includes 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners, including the welcome dinner on Day 1, lunch on board the catamaran on Day 3 and the farewell dinner on Day 4. Other meals are at your own cost.
Extra nights can be requested, subject to hotel availability; contact our Customer Experience team for a quote.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
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