Tour Overview...

Belize Offers so much...

 

Added features of this nature lover's paradise are inland granite basins at the base of cascading falls whose waters flow through limestone caves en route from the Maya Mountains and tall swaying palm trees bordering sun-drenched beaches of offshore island cayes dotting the Caribbean.

For those seeking a winter vacation that focuses on nature then perhaps this is the vacation for you. Discovery Expeditions offers Sea Kayaking vacation to Belize through the months of Jan  - May.

The result is a mix of adventure possibilities. You can dive the second largest barrier reef in the world, canoe along wild rivers, snorkel the pristine waters of the Caribbean Sea, climb Maya ancient archaeological sites, fly-fish, hike rainforest trails, kayak, birdwatch.

Discovery Expeditions would love to answer your inquires on this sea kayaking vacation.

Belize has become one of the world's most biologically diverse nations with the integrity of its natural resources still very much intact. It boasts 93% of its land under forest covers, the largest coral reef in the western hemisphere (second only to Australia's) , the largest cave system in Central America, over 500 species of birds, thousands of Maya archaeological temples and the only jaguar reserve in the world. With only 8, 867 square miles (22,960 sq.. km) and 250,000 people, the population density is the lowest in the Central American region and one of the lowest in the world. The only country in Central America with English as its official language, Belize also boasts a rich mix of ethnicities including Creole, Maya, Mestizo, East Indian, Chinese, Garifuna and Mennonite.

The people of Belize have for years monitored its rate of economic development, agricultural expansion and tourism growth in particular. A conservation consciousness has emerged that challenges the government, private sector , investors and the public at large to balance development with conservation of its natural resources. Consequently, to date Belize has 42% of its land under some form of legal protected status.

Placencia.  Placencia is a 12-mile long Peninsula with Placencia Village located at its southern end. Lodging ranges from very upscale resorts to moderately priced apartments, houses and beach cabanas in Placencia Village.  (See our Placencia Lodging pages for more information on Placencia lodging.)

Fishing, diving and snorkeling are really good in the Placencia area, but the boat ride to the best sites is longer than further north.  Land trips are much easier from Placencia than from Ambergris and Caye Caulker, because, unlike Ambergris and Caye Caulker, Placencia is a peninsula, rather than an island, so long boat rides are not involved in ruins and jungle trips.

Paddling in Belize Itinerary...

Day 1 
Accommodation: Lodge Stay
Activities: explore seaside village
Destinations: Placencia
Description: Land at Belize City, then go through customs to Maya Island Air. The Maya flight takes 30-40 minutes to Placencia. A SeaKunga Adventures representative will be waiting for you and will show you to your hotel. The afternoon is yours to settle in and explore. At dinner we will get to know our fellow travelers and go over plans for the week ahead.

Day 2 
Accommodation: camping
Activities: transport by powerboat, familiarization with equipment, snorkel.
Destinations: Round Caye, Buttonwood Caye
Description: After breakfast, we will head out to the Cayes in a local power boat. This first day will allow us plenty of time to prepare our kayaks and to cool off in the Caribbean with our first snorkel.

Day 3 to 6
Accommodation: camping
Activities: island hop by kayak, snorkel, fish, swim, hammock lounge, fresh seafood dinners, windsurfing, scuba diving, birding
Destinations: Buttonwood Caye, The Silks, Pompion, Little Water
Description: We will travel amongst some of the most beautiful small islands in the world. There will be ample opportunities to snorkel, fish and swim in addition to kayaking. Alternatively, you can just relax in your hammock and watch the sun go down into the Caribbean Sea.

Day 7 
Accommodation: Lodge Stay 
Activities: morning kayak paddle or snorkel, transport by power boat evening dinner and celebration in Placencia
Destinations: Scipio Caye, Placencia
Description: This will be our last day in this peaceful world. We will kayak in the morning and then take a power boat back to Placencia. After a refreshing shower and hearty meal, the evening will be one of music and dancing with our Belizean friends.

Day 8 
Accommodation: none
Activities: breakfast, transport to airport
Destinations: airport
Description: After an incredible week of kayaking, we bid farewell. An early or mid-morning flight will take you back to the Belize City airport

 

Optional scuba rental available.

+ If you join us for our 3 day Jungle Explorer extension, we leave this morning for the mysterious Jaguar Preserve.

The Keyes of Belize, CA

Departure Dates...2009/10

Dec 07-14..Dec 14-21..Dec 21-28

Jan 04-11..Jan 11-18..Jan 18-25

Jan 25-01..Feb 08-15..Feb 15-22

Feb 22-29..Mar 01-08..Mar 08-15

Mar 15-22...Mar 22-29

Start/End:    Belize City/Placencia

Group Size:    Min: 2 Max: 8

Length:  2 nights lodge/ 5 nights camp

Trip Cost:  USD$1450 inclusive per person (single supplement $200)

Deposit Required: CAD$250 per person

 

Accommodations: Beach Camping in comfortable dome tents.and beach lodging.

Included:  Seven days of explorations, internal flights, airport, boat and van transport.

Dinner Day One to Breakfast Day Seven

***Note:

Accommodations the night before and after trip is not included.

All prices are subject to change, including GST (5%)