Wild Belize Escape: Wildlife, Reefs and Rivers

6 DAYS FROM $3,990

• Spot turtles, rays, and tropical fish while snorkeling or diving the Belize Barrier Reef. • Kayak in turquoise lagoons, and spot wildlife while cruising coastal rivers in Zodiacs. • Join a naturalist for a hike in the rainforests of Mayflower Bocawina National Park.

Expedition Cruise Light or Moderate

DAYS 1–2 I BELIZE CITY, BELIZE/BELIZE BARRIER REEF Arrive in Belize City and transfer to the National Geographic Sea Lion. Awaken in the northern cays of the Mesoamerican Reef, a vast barrier reef system that stretches more than 600 miles and harbors incredible marine biodiversity. Explore its mangroves and tropical isles by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, or go snorkeling on the reefs. If conditions permit, visit Half-Moon Cay to see its red-footed booby and magnificent frigatebird colony. National Geographic Sea Lion for the entire trip Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 3–4 I MAYFLOWER BOCAWINA NATIONAL PARK/MONKEY RIVER/ BELIZE BARRIER REEF Discover the lush rainforests of Mayflower Bocawina National Park on a variety of hikes with our naturalists. Meet local researchers to learn about ongoing studies of jaguar behavior. Enjoy a performance by an internationally acclaimed drumming group. Rise early to cruise Monkey River through the jungle, in search of toucans, howlers monkeys, green iguanas, and myriad bird species. Snorkel or kayak the southern cays of the Belize Barrier Reef this afternoon. Scuba diving opportunities are also available (at an additional cost). Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 5–6 I BELIZE BARRIER REEF/ BELIZE CITY We’ll drop anchor in the central cays and spend the full day within the fringing reef, discovering natural wonders both in the water and out. Snorkel the shallow coastal lagoon, exploring coral patches that harbor parrotfish, butterfly fish, octopuses, and many other marine species. Return to Belize City overnight and disembark after breakfast. Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Brian Kastl Ecologist, Geologist National Geographic Explorer Brian Kastl conducts fisheries, river, and reef research projects in Micronesia, Fiji, and the Caribbean, including a study on the role of parrotfish in protecting coral reefs. Brian is a United Nations Environment Programme grantee, National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow, and Fulbright Scholar. Find the departure(s) Brian will join on our website.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in January and February. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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