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This fascinating tour focuses on the contrast between the ancient Mayan city of Altun Ha and modern day Belize City, highlighting 1,000 years of development within this former British Colony. Altun Ha (Mayan for 'Rock Stone Water') thrived as a trading post to the Mayan world during the Classic and Post Classic periods. The site was made world-famous by Dr. David Pendergast of the Royal Ontario Museum upon his discovery of the world's largest carved Jade Head, depicting the sun god Kinich Ahau. Note: The Belize City tour portion is conducted on a bus without stops. less

A tender transfer to Belize City and an enjoyable boat ride take you several miles inland by way of the scenic Olde Belize River. En route you may see iguanas, several varieties of birds, crocodiles and howler monkeys. At Burrell Boom, a quaint settlement on the riverbank, you’ll be served a tasty local lunch with refreshments at The Olde River Tavern, located on the banks of the Olde Belize River. You’ll then board your tour bus and drive to Altun Ha (Mayan for 'Rock Stone Water'), where Dr. David Pendergast of the Royal Ontario Museum uncovered the famous jade head Kinich Ahau. Note: Boats are exposed to the elements. less

An approximately 45-minute drive up the Northern Highway brings you to Tower Hill, where you'll board a riverboat and head up the New River. While navigating the many little creeks and lagoons, it's easy to encounter hawks, kites and falcons. Dainty jacanas lightly walk on the lily pads while crocodiles bask in the sunlight. At the entrance to the New River Lagoon, the ruins of Lamanai (Mayan for 'submerged crocodile') rise into view. As you tour the site, huge masks depicting dead rulers and gods seem to materialize out of the rainforest, amid the chatter of birds and the haunting call of the howler monkeys. less

Your quest for the perfect mix of adventure and knowledge starts here in the heart of the Belizean jungle. Be one with nature and the most sacred elements of the ancient Maya, whose underground world of ceremonial caves and the canopies of ancient trees were used to send offerings up to their gods. Board your comfortable air conditioned bus accompanied by your friendly and knowledgeable guide for an approximate hour and a half ride to your jungle camp. This journey will be filled with interesting facts about Belizean culture, history and geology as you drive through savannas and quaint villages to reach your hidden destination. Once there, your guides will fit you with your harnesses and give you a safety briefing before you start your tour. A short winding trail through thick jungle where you are dwarfed by towering cohune palms takes you to a limestone cliff that is your launching pad to your zip line adventure. Feel the rush as you fly 500 feet across the jungle for a bird’s eye view of a cavernous opening to one of the Maya’s ancient ceremonial caves and the start point of your next adventure. But this is just the beginning as your next traverse takes you to an unrivalled 700 feet across the jungle, so don’t forget to look down onto the dense flora that used to be the Mayan hunting ground and source of almost all their everyday needs. Throughout your adventure, your guides will highlight some of the trees and bushes and the purpose for which these ancient people used them and still do today. Adrenaline pumping and anticipation high, it’s time to switch gears from harness to life vests as the second leg of you quest begins. Be prepared to be 'wowed' by this adventure that puts you up close and personal with the unique phenomenon of crystal caves. Your journey begins as you float into a chamber where high ceilings and a stalactite lined wall give the feeling of a cathedral and its mighty pipe organ welcoming you into a sacred place. Crystal encrusted cave formations dazzle you with their beauty as you meander up the river. But this is just a taste of what’s to come. As you disembark your tube and enter the crystal chamber to explore the sacred underworld of the Maya, your guide will reveal hidden pottery dating back to 300-900 AD used by the Maya in ancient sacrificial ceremonies. Be prepared as your hike takes you through a tiny passage and you emerge in front of a 'frozen water fall' column and glittering rim stone dam that will take your breath away. Back in your tube, you’ll make your way to an underground lagoon boarded by a mini waterfall, which signals the end of your subterranean adventure. Don’t forget to visit our photo desks to buy your memories from photographers who captured spectacular shots of you on your adventure. Sip on local beer or munch on a tasty snack at the snack bar as you reflect on the expedition you just experienced. Note: Participants must be at least 8 years of age, be at least 48 inches high and weigh no more than 265 lbs. Shorts must be worn on the zipline portion of the tour. less

What's better than relaxing on the beach, working on your tan, or swimming at the beautiful secluded beach of a Belizean island? Board your tender for a short voyage to the island and enjoy a relaxing day of some fun in the sun. Once at the beach, relax under a coconut tree, take a dip in the ocean or participate in a game of beach volleyball. Complimentary use of kayaks and floats are available. Note: We recommend you bring cash for the restaurant. less