8 days
Belize City | Cayo Region | Southern Coast | BSD

In Belize, explore two different ecosystems—jungle and coastal. Hike through lush forest and snorkel in the Caribbean before learning about the fascinating history and traditions of the indigenous Garifuna people. Visit the archaeological site of Xunantunich for a glimpse into ancient Maya culture.

  • Day 1: Fly to Belize

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination
  • Day 2: Belize City • Cayo Region

    Travel to the Cayo region

    Experience the thrill of a ziplining adventure through the Belizean canopy (Participants must weigh less than 275 lbs) 

    Visit a hot sauce factory

    Travel by ferry to the Xunantunich Ruins

    Visit the Xunantunich Ruins

  • Day 3: Cayo Region

    Visit a Mayan village for hands-on lessons in pottery and cooking

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Canoe experience

    Canoe experience

    Paddle along lush Macal River, once traversed by the ancient Mayans, and experience Belize’s diverse flora and fauna from the water (think: tropical birds and giant green iguanas).  

  • Day 4: Cayo Region • Southern Coast

    Travel to the Southern Coast

    Visit the Gulisi Garifuna Museum

    Enjoy cave tubing

  • Day 5: Southern Coast

    Visit a chocolate company to learn about the chocolate-making process 

    Visit to the Maya Center

  • Day 6: Southern Coast

    Go snorkeling in the Cayes

    Enjoy Garifuna drumming lessons

  • Day 7: Southern Coast • Belize City

    Travel to Belize City

    Visit a local farm to learn about one of Belize's major exports  

  • Day 8: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly to Belize

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination
  • Day 2: Belize City • Cayo Region

    Travel to the Cayo region

    Experience the thrill of a ziplining adventure through the Belizean canopy (Participants must weigh less than 275 lbs) 

    Visit a hot sauce factory

    Travel by ferry to the Xunantunich Ruins

    Visit the Xunantunich Ruins

  • Day 3: Cayo Region

    Visit a Mayan village for hands-on lessons in pottery and cooking

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Canoe experience

    Canoe experience

    Paddle along lush Macal River, once traversed by the ancient Mayans, and experience Belize’s diverse flora and fauna from the water (think: tropical birds and giant green iguanas).  

  • Day 4: Cayo Region • Southern Coast

    Travel to the Southern Coast

    Visit the Gulisi Garifuna Museum

    Enjoy cave tubing

  • Day 5: Southern Coast

    Visit a chocolate company to learn about the chocolate-making process 

    Visit to the Maya Center

  • Day 6: Southern Coast

    Go snorkeling in the Cayes

    Enjoy Garifuna drumming lessons

  • Day 7: Southern Coast • Belize City

    Travel to Belize City

    Visit a local farm to learn about one of Belize's major exports  

  • Day 8: Depart for home

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Everything you get

This all-inclusive global experience gives students the chance to explore the world–all at an unbeatable value.
  • Airfare & transportation

    Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.

  • Hotels

    Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.

  • Meals

    3 meals daily included (days 2-7); dinner on arrival day, breakfast on departure day

  • Entrances

    Ziplining adventure; Hot Mama's hot sauce factory; Xunantunich ruins; Maya cooking and pottery experience; cave tubing; Garifuna Museum; Snorkeling; Maya Center; Organic Farm visit; Garifuna drumming lesson

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.

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    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.

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    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.

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