Glover's Reef & Mayan Caves

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Travel to Glover’s Atoll, a protected marine park and World Heritage Site, thirty-six miles off shore of mainland Belize. Spend four and a half days in one of the richest marine environments in the Caribbean Sea. You will have an opportunity to paddle, snorkel, kayak sail, fish, and SUP as you explore the turquoise lagoons and thriving coral reefs. Stay at ou...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore the underground archaeological site of the Chech’Em Ha Cave system
    • Scenic Hummingbird Highway through the Rainforest to the coastal town of Dangriga.
    • Activities include paddling, snorkeling the inner and outer walls of the reef, SUP and learning to sail a kayak
    • Experience hike a half an hour through the rain forest, and up into a multi-chambered series of caves rich with geological formations
    • Travel to Glover’s Atoll, a protected marine park and World Heritage Site, thirty-six miles off shore of mainland Belize

What's this trip about?

    Travel to Glover’s Atoll, a protected marine park and World Heritage Site, thirty-six miles off shore of mainland Belize. Spend four and a half days in one of the richest marine environments in the Caribbean Sea. You will have an opportunity to paddle, snorkel, kayak sail, fish, and SUP as you explore the turquoise lagoons and thriving coral reefs. Stay at our Southwest Caye Adventure Basecamp which provides comfortable, safari style tent cabanas and delectable cuisine of fresh seafood, tropical fruit and local favorites. Enjoy a flexible daily schedule on the reef, with activity choices geared to all interests and abilities. Venture inland for a private cave adventure and tour Xunantunich ruins. Stay overnight at Cahal Pech Village Resort and explore the Belizean town of San Ignacio in the Cayo District. "Basecamping": sleeping in wall tented cabanas. These spacious safari style tents have ample headroom to walk around and are on raised wooden floors, with real wood-framed beds (6 inch foam mattress) configured with either double or single beds. All bed linen is provided.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBelize
End CityDangriga

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • High Adventure
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • Central America
  • Belize

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Caving
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Trip includes

    • Accommodations
    • Meals
    • Transfers
    • Guided activities and equipment (as per itinerary)
    • All government taxes and park fees

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Itinerary

Day 1:

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Cahal Pech Village Resor

Arrive at the Belize International Airport, where you will be met by an Island Expeditions' representative and transferred to Cahal Pech Village Resort – a picturesque lodge carved out of the land wit...

Day 2: A full day of adventure and exploration

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation: Cahal Pech Village Resort

A full day of adventure and exploration. The first mission is to venture into the jungle to explore the underground archaeological site of the Chech’Em Ha Cave system. You’ll hike a half...

Day 3 to 6:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Glover’s Reef Basecamp

You’ll depart early in the morning and drive the scenic Hummingbird Highway through the Rainforest to the coastal town of Dangriga. Here you board a charter boat to our private base...

Day 7:

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Many guests choose to wake up early on this final morning and enjoy a coffee on the dock for the last time.

Watch the sunrise over the atoll before enjoying a hearty breakfast. Your boat charter usually departs around midmornin...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,899
Price per day$271
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Island Expeditions.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Island Expeditions Reviews & Ratings

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Sylvia

Dec 2016

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The trip from start to end was most enjoyable.!!

The trip from start to end was most enjoyable. We started out adding an extra day to see ALTUN HA - a Mayan ruin. It was costly [$60/per person for a family of 4 for...

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Juanita

Dec 2016

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We had an extraordinary time at Glover's Reef!!

We had an extraordinary time at Glover's Reef. We had a seamless transition on this second part of our trip from Lighthouse Reef to Glover's Reef because we left it ...

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Rachel

Dec 2016

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I've never felt so prepared for a trip.!!

I've never felt so prepared for a trip. Absolutely loved the packing list and opportunity to ask questions during the phone call a week before my trip! Phenomenal ...

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Pamela

Dec 2016

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The Glover's Reef trip was amazing.!!

The Glover's Reef trip was amazing. The setting was beautiful and the kayaking was great. I so enjoyed seeing so many different types of fish and rays. We even saw a...

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Anonymous

Dec 2016

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The trip was excellent, very well organized!

The trip was excellent, very well organized and the guides were all very friendly and extremely helpful. Our 12 year old son really enjoyed the variety of activities...

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Operating the country’s widest selection of adventure, educational and cultural travel programs since 1987. We provide unique travel experiences with a conversation, community or volunteer focus – actively supporting the Belize Zoo, the Belize Audubon Society, several local schools and other local conversation initiatives.

Our trips visit stunning locations, from jungle lodges in national parks to Adventure Basecamps on Lighthouse and Glover’s Reef Atolls. On the reef, we go snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and Paddleboarding. Inland we offer zip-lining, rappelling, caving, Mayan ruins exploration and white water rafting.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Gratuities
    • Medical/Travel insurance
    • Snorkel/Fishing/Scuba gear
    • Additional activities, costs incurred by flight delays

Accommodation

,Cahal Pech Village Resort Southwest Caye Glover’s Basecamp
Cancellation policy

Of course we regret any cancellations and our cancellation policy is as flexible and understanding as possible.  Many of our trip costs are incurred well in advance of trip departures and other travellers may have been turned away because the trip is full. All cancellations must be received at our office in writing and refunds will be issued according to the following schedule:

Regular Season Departures: (Nov 1 to Dec 14 & Jan 2 to May 31 each year)

60 days + prior to departure will be deposit retained as an administration fee.

41-60 days prior to departure is 70% refund

21-40 days prior to departure will be 35% refund

0-20 days prior to departure is the full amount is retained

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Meals Included

3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 3 Dinners

Age Requirements
18 years and up
Additional Information

Travel Notes:

  • For travelers who will be leaving Belize on Day 7, international connections out of the country require a departure after 3:00 pm. To connect with Sunday afternoon departures from Belize a short domestic flight is required.
  • This flight is from Dangriga to the Belize International Airport. Our office can confirm pricing and book your domestic flight. For guests who would like to spend an extra night in Belize we offer a Flight & Hotel Package.
  • This itinerary is a ‘guide’ and must remain flexible and open to changes at the trip leaders’ discretion. We hope you bring a spirit of adventure with you, we cannot direct the winds but we can adjust our sails.
Trip ID
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