Dreamy tropical islands, crystal clear waters and magical marine life, Belize is the ultimate sailing destination! Aboard your modern catamaran, you will explore the second largest barrier reef in the world as you cruise through a myriad of islands, coral atolls and traditional local fishing communities. Each day, you will swim, snorkel and paddle or simply laze in the sun before anchoring in remote, protected bays below a dazzling starscape! The itinerary below is a sample 8 day southern charter but fixed departures are available – please contact us for details.
Itinerary Highlights
Explore the beaches, coral atolls & wildlife of Belize’s Maya Reef
Swim, paddle & snorkel amidst magical marine life
Marvel at the unique bioluminescence of Long Caye
Savour the freshest sea-food delivered straight from the ocean
Share rum punches with the local island communities
What’s included
Shared small group tours for included activities
Meet & greet airport service
Fullboard on modern catamarans
Delicious fresh local cuisine
Dedicated crew and guides
flexibility
This is an example itinerary. It is fully flexible; you can add or detract days and include hotels at your chosen budget. It departs daily.
7
Nights
Price Guide
from $4695 pp
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Arrive
Fly to Belize
Day 1
Welcome Aboard – Bluefield Range
After a welcome orientation and safety briefing, you will sail to to Bluefield Range. Bluefield Range is a mangrove cluster teeming with wildlife which makes for a fantastic kayaking destination. Kayak through the tiny channels, look out for manatees and even take some bait and a fishing line and see if you can catch dinner.
Day 2
Tobacco caye & the Maya Reef
As the sun comes up over the barrier reef you will be sailing south to Tobacco Caye. Tobacco Caye is a 5-acre palm-fringed coral island perched on the barrier reef, which makes it a great place to snorkel or dive from the shore, plus its central location means it is within 10 minutes by boat to some of the best snorkel sites in all of Belize. There are a couple of small laid-back resorts and a tiny beach bar serving fresh coconut water and icy cold rum cocktails with hammocks to lounge in. 39 local islanders call this rock their home and it’s a great place to learn about their way of remote island life.
Day 3
Glovers Marine Reserve & Southwater Caye
The southernmost Atoll, Glovers Reef is a minefield of patch corals and epic marine life, with a scattering of tiny islands that sit on the outer reef. Southwest Caye makes for a great anchorage as there a huge uninhabited perfect white beach with a backdrop of coconut trees (it was once a plantation) and since it sits on the lee side of the island, there isn’t a spec of ocean debris, just a few fallen coconuts and spotless white sand. The island is split in two, the northern portion is home to Mirasol Dive Resort where you are welcome to explore and enjoy a refreshing cocktail in their over the water wooden bar.
Day 4
Middle Caye – Snorkelling Heaven!
Spend the morning snorkeling (or diving can be arranged with Mirasol Dive Shop). Being a designated National Marine Reserve and World Heritage Site, there are approximately 700 pristine patch reefs brimming with the richest variety of marine life in the Caribbean Snorkelers and divers alike are enchanted by the vast and endless spectrum of sea life here. Cruise up to Middle Caye, a wilderness zone with a marine research station run by the Wildlife Conservation Society open for visitors to explore. There are some interesting displays explaining the ecology of the Atoll and T-shirts for sale to support the conservation efforts. Take a walk down “hermit crab alley” and look out for the resident Ospreys!
Day 5
Long Caye & Sittee River Bioluminescence
After an early morning of snorkelling we can visit Long Caye, home to Off The Wall Dive Resort, a remote, secluded, environmentally friendly, and privately owned island paradise. Visitors are welcome to explore and learn about their leading eco-practices and call in at their gift shop, which has some of the most authentic and boutiquey treasures in Belize. The island is also home to Slickrock Belize Adventures, a watersports haven – it is possible to arrange kiteboarding lessons or scuba diving, subject to their capacity. Spend the early afternoon journeying to Sittee River. Meander up the Sittee River, where the contrast from ocean to jungle and river is breathtaking. It is possible to explore the sleepy seaside village of Hopkins in the afternoon, which has rich cultural routes with the ‘Garifuna’ population. After dark, venture into the Bioluminescent lagoon, which lights up like a cosmic bath of stars as you glide through the waters, a once in a lifetime experience!
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Day 6
Southwater Caye – Desert Island Bliss
Sail to Southwater Caye – a pristine 12 acre private island that is one of the most beautiful and exclusive islands in Belize. South Water Caye sits on the reef on the north side of South Water Cut, which is a 1⁄4 mile wide gap in the reef. Grunts, black groupers, snappers and moray eels all hide out in the overhangs and make for a spectacular snorkeling experience. Head to the Blue Marlin Lodge, one of our favourite little bars in all of Belize for an icy cold Belikin Beer and a game of billiards, or watch the pelicans gather as the fishermen return and clean their catch.
Day 7
Rendezvous Caye & All good things…
Rendezvous Caye is a tiny private island located right on the Belize barrier reef, with a collection of palapa shades, beach loungers and hammocks, the perfect place to relax or enjoy a beach picnic. You can snorkel along the deep water wall right from the shore and experience the contrast of deep sea and shallows of the corals. Look out for the graceful spotted eagle rays, there are several who come to visit the boats to check on any scraps from the catch of the day.
Day 8
sail back to the marina at Old Belize
A note on price
The prices outlined above are a rough guide to give you an idea of costs and enable you to budget for your trip.
Guide prices are generally for private arrangements based on twin share, in well located, good quality accommodation (excluding international flights).
Please note costs are indicative and may vary due to a number of factors such as; travel date, hotel choice, room category, number of people travelling and prevailing exchange rates.
Price Guide From $4695 per person
When to travel
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Belize has a subtropical climate, with a well-marked dry season from late February to May and a wet season from June to November that is interrupted from August to September by another dry season. The mean temperature in Belize City is about 23 °C in December and 29 °C in July.
In Belize, the month of January usually experiences mild and pleasant weather conditions. The average temperature during this time of the year ranges from a low of 21°C to a high of 28°C. There may be occasional rainfall, but it is usually short-lived and does not interfere with outdoor activities. Overall, January is a great time to visit Belize and enjoy its beautiful natural scenery.
February in Belize usually has pleasant weather conditions, with an average temperature ranging from 21°C to 29°C. There may be occasional rainfall, but it is generally short-lived and does not affect outdoor activities. Overall, February is another great time to visit Belize and enjoy its beautiful natural scenery.
In March, Belize experiences warm weather with an average temperature ranging from 22°C to 30°C. While there may be occasional rainfall, it is typically short-lived and does not significantly affect outdoor activities. Overall, March is a great time to visit Belize and enjoy its beautiful natural scenery.
The weather in Belize during April is warm, with an average temperature ranging from 23°C to 31°C. While there may be occasional rainfall, it is typically short-lived and does not significantly affect outdoor activities. Overall, April is a great time to visit Belize and enjoy its beautiful natural scenery.
In May, the weather in Belize is warm with an average temperature ranging from 24°C to 32°C. While there may be occasional rainfall, it is typically short-lived and does not significantly affect outdoor activities. Overall, May is also a great time to visit Belize and enjoy its beautiful natural scenery.
June in Belize is warm and temperatures typically range from 25°C to 32°C. While there may be occasional rainfall, it usually doesn't have a significant impact on outdoor plans. Overall, June is a great time to visit Belize and enjoy its natural beauty.
July in Belize is generally warm with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 32°C. While there may be some rainfall, it typically does not affect outdoor activities. Overall, July is a good time to visit Belize and enjoy its natural beauty.
In August, Belize experiences warm temperatures ranging from 24°C to 32°C, similar to the weather in July. While there might be some rainfall, it generally doesn't impact outdoor activities, making August another great month to visit Belize and take in its stunning natural scenery.
In September, Belize experiences warm temperatures ranging from 24°C to 31°C, slightly cooler than the previous months. Rainfall may increase, but it usually doesn't affect outdoor activities, making September another great month to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of Belize.
In October, temperatures in Belize range from 23°C to 30°C, with occasional rainfall that doesn't typically affect outdoor activities. It's still a great month to experience the natural beauty of Belize.
In November, the temperature in Belize ranges from 22°C to 28°C. Although there may be occasional rainfall, it typically doesn't interfere with outdoor activities. It's still a great time to enjoy the natural beauty and attractions of Belize.
In December, temperatures in Belize typically range from 21°C to 27°C, making it an ideal time to explore the country's natural beauty and outdoor activities. While there may be some occasional rainfall, it shouldn't hinder any plans for enjoying all that Belize has to offer during this time of year.
Add on’s
From the crystal clear waters of Belize’s Maya Reef, why not head into the lush rainforest, caves and tumbling waterfalls of the Cayo District which hides beautiful Mayan ruins and unique wildlife. Just across the border in Guatemala, the Mayan site of Tikal is unmissable and the starting point for delving into the ancient treasures of the Peten. This would then lead onto the colonial treasures of the highlands such as Antigua, flanked by the volcanoes Agua, Fuego and Acatenango.
Or travel north into Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula for more dreamy beaches dotted with cenote sink-holes, colonial haciendas and ancient ruins such as the iconic Chichen Itza. From here, explore Chiapas and San Cristobal or head across to the fascinating ruins, colours and cuisine of Oaxaca before ending the journey in Mexico City, the beating cultural heart of Central America.
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