"Adventure in Belize" - 3-Day Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Cave Tubing at Caves Branch (Nohoch Che'en) National Park
    30 minutes (22 miles) from Belize City

    Experience the ancient Mayan underworld in the lush rainforest of Belize. Float on inner tubes through unique geological limestone formations, bat-filled caverns and crystal-clear waters systems. Explore the deeper, underground chambers within the cave system or traverse through jungle trails. Witness peaceful wildlife in their natural habitats and connect with nature.

  2. Day 2: Zipline through the Belize Jungle at Mayflower Bocawina National Park
    2 hours 40 minutes (95 miles) from Caves Branch National Park

    Taking adventure to new heights. Take on a five-cable zip line course with a total of over 2300ft whizzing through breathtaking trees and a stunning waterfall. Or maybe try your hand at rappelling up to 100ft down a waterfall! There are even larger waterfall swimming areas to cool off in deep pools after the thrilling and mucky jungle hikes.

  3. Day 3: Scuba Dive at the Great Blue Hole at Lighthouse Reef
    2 hours 26 minutes (83 miles) from Mayflower Bocawina National Park

    Venture along the world-famous underwater sinkhole the Great Blue Hole, which is over 400ft deep. Here in the depths, divers will be privileged to observe massive formations of stalactites, stalagmites, and incredible marine life such as reef sharks and giant groupers. Afterward, you can check out Half Moon Caye Natural Monument, where you will find yourself in awe of nature's integrated beauty between history and biology.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cave Tubing at Caves Branch (Nohoch Che'en) National Park (4 hours, $75)
  • Zipline through the Belize Jungle at Mayflower Bocawina National Park (4 hours, $110)
  • Scuba Dive at the Great Blue Hole at Lighthouse Reef (5 hours, $350)
  • Total Estimated Costs (3 days): $535-655

Useful tips

If you have more time, check out other attractions in the area like the Belize Zoo, Ambergris Caye, or even visit the nearby Guatemala ruins of Tikal. If you have less time, consider eliminating a day, diving experience or zip line. Remember, scuba diving may require some time to recover, plan accordingly. Bring a waterproof case for your phone and cash for local fees and tips. Mosquitoes may be pesky, bring bug spray.

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