Anniversary Trip to Belize
This small but varied Caribbean country boasts some of the most captivating shades of blue, richest coral reefs, and finest white sands. Inland you'll discover a lush mountain range, beaming with animal life and the place where Mayan civilization once flourished.
Start your Belize adventure at the Gaia Riverlodge, located in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Here you can enjoy jungle walks, bird watching, cave exploration, or simply relax at the resort, surrounded by the sounds of the jungle. Next, you will spend some time on a private island at Cayo Espanto where paradise and luxury come together as one. This high-end boutique resort offers a curated experience in the Belize Barrier Reef with private villas overlooking the turquoise water offering an unforgettable island retreat.
Feb. 10 - 13, 2024
Mountain Pine Ridge | 3 nights
Feb. 13 - 17, 2024
Belize Barrier Reef | 4 nights
Feb. 17, 2024
Departure
Welcome to the enchanting shores of Belize, where turquoise waters embrace sandy beaches, lush jungles conceal ancient Mayan wonders, and vibrant local culture invites you to savor the essence of Central America's hidden gem.
After proceeding through customs & immigration you will collect your bags, before meeting a representative in the arrivals hall. They will escort you to a vehicle, and you will be transferred to the Gaia Riverlodge.
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60 Minute Sunset Aromatherapy Massage
This stress-reduction massage can be slow and gentle, or vigorous and bracing. It loosens tight muscles and reduces stiffness, removes energy blockages, and increases blood circulation.
Recommended by scenset.
Why we love it for you? Before even arriving, the off-road driving through jungle mountains is an immediate indication that Gaia Riverlodge caters to travelers with a sense of adventure. A natural swimming area at the riverbank takes the place of a manmade pool, and daily activities include escapades like river rafting or wildlife hikes. After such an epic journey, the leisurely sensations of an afternoon in the spa or lounging in your cabana only feel that much sweeter.
Gaia Riverloge
Waterfall View Cabana
- Breakfast included
You can enjoy a variety of hiking opportunities in Belize, from exploring lush rainforests and ancient Mayan ruins to trekking through pristine wildlife reserves and along the scenic coastline.
After breakfast, you will embark upon a private hike through the Elijio Panty National Park. Along the way, you will experience the Pine Forest Savannah and Tropical Broad Leaf Forest while enjoying a vast flora and fauna.
The highlight of your journey is Xibalba, a hidden cave that was once a Mayan ritual and ceremonial center. After exploring it all, enjoy a refreshing swim at Little Vaqueros Falls.
Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours
Departure Time: Morning
Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Gaia Riverloge
Waterfall View Cabana
- Breakfast included
You can explore the captivating underground world of a river in Belize by canoe, gliding through a subterranean river within a majestic cave system adorned with impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
This half-day tour lets you experience one of the most ancient Belizean Mayan sites by canoe. It was used at one time as a burial and ceremonial site, and scenset Mayan pottery and 2000-year-old skeletal remains can still be found in the cave.
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Departure Time: Morning
The rest of the afternoon has been left at leisure.
Gaia Riverloge
Waterfall View Cabana
- Breakfast included
After breakfast, it's time to leave and head back to Belize City airport.
Proceed by transfer to Belize City airport, which takes about 2 hours
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Catch your short domestic flight from Belize City to San Pedro.
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Upon arriving in San Pedro, you will be greeted by a staff member, and escorted to the private dock for a short boat ride over to the resort.
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Why we love it for you? Cayo Espanto is located three miles off the coast of San Pedro in the Belize Barrier Reef. As the largest and most intact reef system within the Northern Hemisphere, it comprises seven key marine reserve zones, over 400 cayes and three atolls. The reef’s crystalline waters are a haven for marine life and an exciting ecosystem for divers and snorkelers to explore. The beauty of this unique natural wonder is as much below as above water, as you will soon find out at Cayo Espanto.
Casa Brisa | Enjoy the best natural breeze on the island in Casa Brisa. Relax your mind and your body in your private plunge pool positioned on your private verandah, for beautiful views of our turquoise lagoon. Spend your days soaking up the spectacular Caribbean vista from your own private dock. Choose between a pair of twin beds or one king bed in your secluded hideaway, which also features exquisite Yves De Lormes sheets, cabbage bark ceilings, mosquito netting, large Santa Rosa verandahs and private dock.
- One bedroom (1,200 square feet).
Cayo Expanto
Casa Brisa Private Villa
- With all meals and butler service included
- Three tailored meals per day by award-winning chefs
- All snacks and drinks (excluding wine & champagne)
- Full usage of non-motorized water sports equipment
- Sea kayaks, stand up paddle boards, water trampoline and sailboats.
- Daytime transportation between Cayo Espanto and San Pedro
- 1 Bottle of Champagne Upon Arrival
- 1 Tranquility Massage or Spa Treatment per person
Your time at Cayo Espanto will be spent simply enjoying the property and all that it has to offer.
Snorkeling - is a must do in Belize having the second longest barrier reef in the world. The most popular snorkeling spots are only 20 minutes boat ride away from Cayo Espanto this is at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. A two-stop snorkeling trip to the Marine Reserve. Over 100 species of fishes have been found at Hol Chan, apart from different corals, turtles, just to name a few. At Shark Ray alley you snorkel with Nurse Sharks and Southern Sting Rays.
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Scuba Diving the second largest barrier reef in the world is not to be missed. Cayo Espanto is within 15-20 minutes of some of the world’s best and most famous dive sites.
Scuba excursions have an additional charge.
- Included: 1 or 2 tank dive for 2 people
Cayo Expanto
Casa Brisa Private Villa
- With all meals and butler service included
The Cayo Espanto staff will assist you with boarding your boat transfer to San Pedro to catch your domestic flight to Belize City.
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Catch your flight to Belize City in time for your international flight.
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