City Walking and Shopping Tour

Price per person: $15.00

Duration: 2 hours

For the visitor who does not care to board a vehicle or a boat to go on a tour somewhere, but simply wants to see a little of the port, this tour taken with a walking guide will show you some of the flavor of old colonial Belize within a relatively short distance. And then, the shopping takes place - there is the National Handicraft Center or the Bazaar at the Memorial Park or perhaps gifts of gold or silver from downtown Belize City. NOTE: The tour covers 7 to 8 city blocks.

Mangrove Wonderlands and City Tour

Price per person: $45.00

Duration: 4 1/2 hours

A comfortable water taxi will start you off just right - into the great Haulover Creek at the bay's entrance, through Belize City, under 3 of its bridges; one bridge is so low that you better duck! Soon, you will enter a canopy of mangroves whose roots and odd shapes create a cathedral-like atmosphere. Angry complaining King Fishers will zoom ahead, objecting to the invasion of their hunting turf. The herons will swoop off with a nod of their heads and a honk. Look out for the elusive Morelet's crocodile or the land based Coatimundi and iguana. Then, the boat breaks out of the mangrove cathedrals and into the great Belize River where you will meet your bus for a tour of Belize City and shopping. Included: Air-conditioned buses; bottled water.

City and Shopping Tour

Price per person: $28.00

Duration: 3 hours

Belize City is the grand lady of the colonial era of Belize when the English baymen decided to establish themselves firmly on the coast in spite of attempts by the Spaniards to dislodge them. Old wooden colonial homes, mixed in with modern cement structures and the narrow streets typical of ports of that day, combine to give the city a flavor that has attracted many - it now boasts a population of 70,000 people. Of course, the many landmarks, such as the 200 year old cathedral where Mosquito Kings were crowned, the famous lighthouse marking the grave of a Portuguese baron who left a great deal of his fortune to Belize, and others, are great attractions to visitors. Shopping is excellent. Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; bottled water.

Goff's Caye Snorkeling

Price per person: $48.00

Duration: 5 hours

Can this be Gilligan's Island, a mere 12-miles east of Belize City? Well, it is a little small, about half the size of a football field but a magnificent coral island complete with coconut trees and it sits right on top of the great barrier reef of Belize. The snorkeling from the island takes place right from the beach. Abundant reef life, great coral formations, crystal clear water, combined with wind and sun, and there you have paradise found! Your guide will take you on a snorkeling tour practically around most of the island - you may want to have that waterproof camera handy and ready. Included: Snorkel gear; bottled water.

Community Baboon Sanctuary

Price per person: $45.00

Duration: 4 1/2 hours

A number of farmers of the Belize District living in villages with names like

Bermudian Landing and Lemonal, came together and with the assistance of the Audubon Society, created an excellent concept - the Community Baboon Sanctuary. Currently, Howler Monkeys live in a perfect habitat in the wild, the riverine forests of the fertile Belize River area. Prepared jungle paths take the visitor on a tour of the world of the Howler who often come down near the ground and may be feet away from your camera. Shy they are not and quiet they certainly are not - their howling can be heard for miles. A great wildlife tour! Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; bottled water.

Crooked Tree Wildlife Boat Tour

Price per person: $58.00

Duration: 6 hours

The Audubon Society once documented over 90 species of bird life at this wildlife reserve in one morning. This village is surrounded by a lagoon with abundant bird life, fish and flora that have all made it a must for preservation enthusiasts. A riverboat with a guide will take you on a wildlife tour that will also try to catch sight of crocodile, Howler and Spider Monkeys, hawks, herons, Northern Jacanas and the magnificent and endangered Jabiru Stork, the largest stork of the Americas, standing 5' tall with an 8' wing span. Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; bottled water.

Canoe Exploration

Price per person; $55.00

Duration: 4 1/2 hours

After a short stint by road into the cashew wine land of the Belize District of Burrel Boom, grab your canoe and paddle up the Belize River with its abundant bird life, iguana, Howler and Spider Monkey and the occasional manatee. Look out for the rare and endangered Morelet's Crocodile (most likely quite small and shy) and enjoy the great combination of farmland and rainforest along the riverine areas of this important and historical river which was called the Rio Wallace by the invading Spaniards after a famous English captain of that name. The great Maya civilization used this river as a main passageway to the sea. Included: Guides; bottled water.

Reef Dive - Certified

Price per person: $99.00

Duration: 5 1/2 hours

A 2-tank dive along the great barrier reef off Goff's Caye in the Belize District. This pristine, uninhabited coral island a few miles away from where your ship is anchored will convince you that this is world-class diving of the finest order. The numerous species of sea life of the most incredible colors and shapes, the living barrier reef, the occasional turtle and dolphin, the unbelievably clear waters of the area all combine to give you the best diving you will ever have. You will also drop in on the coral island just so you get the best of both worlds - under the sea and on the islands of the barrier reef of Belize. Included: Tanks; weights; towels; divemaster; bottled water. NOTE: Must be a certified diver to participate.

Rio Wallace and Altun Ha Maya Site

Price per person: $49.00

Duration; 6 hours

A double treat awaits you in the Belize District - a river boat trip along the coast and then on the Belize River called the Rio Wallace by the Spaniards during their Conquistador Rule of the New World. This river contains crocodile, manatee and even dolphin as well as bird life. Then hop aboard a bus to the Mayan Ceremonial Centre of Altun Ha, where the famous Jade Head of the Sun God "Kinich Ahau" was found within the main temple of the masonry altars by a team led by Professor David Pendergast of the Royal Ontario Museum in Canada. This site has 2 plazas and 13 structures within its epicenter, was a vital trade center during the classic period (250-900 AD) and is surrounded by an original, pristine rainforest. There is some shopping at the site as well as in Belize City by the marina, as you return. Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; bottled water.

Rainforest Trekking and Caving

Price per person: $45.00

Duration: 5 hours

About 33-miles up the Western Highway and a short drive into the cacao and orange farms of this area of the Belize District places the trekker on the southern hills of the Sibun River. You will be guided through a series of dry caves (check out the jaguar paw prints on the floor of the cave) and explore the great Sibun Valley and the rainforest beauty of this green haven of flora and fauna. After your carving and trekking adventure, you will return to Belize City and your ship. Natural Belize at its best! Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; gear; bottled water.

Inland Blue Hole and St. Herman's Cave

Price per person: $81.00

Duration: 6 hours

The Audubon Society has set out natural trails leading to one of the many famous caves of Belize - St. Herman's, in the broadleaf rainforest of the Cave's Branch Sibun River area of Belize, about 12-miles south of the new capital of Belize, Belmopan, in the scenic Cayo District. Enjoy the flora and fauna along the path to the cave, explore the inner caverns and then, splash into the cool spring waters of the Inland Blue Hole. On your return, visit Belmopan and especially the market place where you are sure to find something exotic, made either in Belize or one of the surrounding countries, before returning to Belize City and your ship. Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; caving lights; bottled water; NOTE: Bring along a towel and swimsuit.

Equestrian Trails and Banana Bank Ranch

Price per person: $85.00

Duration: 6 hours

Hi Ho Silver...well almost! Located near the new capital, Belmopan in the Cayo District, this splendid ranch and lodge offers excellent horse back riding for every level of rider through the most pristine rainforest trails of the Belize River area. Truly discover Belize! The second activity is a boat ride on the river itself with its abundant bird life, iguanas, occasional troops of Spider and Howler Monkey and of course, the wide variety of flora along the riverine forest. Included: Air-conditioned buses; guides; bottled water.

Cave Tubing and Rainforest Exploration

Price per person: $79.00

Duration; 6 1/2 hours

Heading up the Western Highway into the rainforest, you will prepare for the exciting cave tubing experience at the fabulous Cave's Branch of the Sibun River. After a briefing by your guide and an exploratory walk through the broadleaf rainforest, you will splash into the cool waters of the Sibun River aboard a flotation tube with a caving light on your forehead and float lazily downstream for 1 1/2-hours. Enjoy the cave formations of this Cretaceous period limestone cavern formed by the Sibun River long before the dawn of mankind on the planet. Included: Air-conditioned buses; gear; bottled water. NOTE: It is recommended that you bring a towel and change of clothing/shoes; waterproof cameras only.

Shark Ray Alley

Price per person: $66.00

Duration: 5 hours

Approximately 4-miles south of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye in the Belize District, lies the Hol Chan Marine Reserve which holds within its boundary the famous Shark Ray Alley, one of the most popular snorkeling sites along the 150-mile barrier reef of Belize. You will travel by a comfortable speedboat along the mangrove channels north, passing Caye Chapel and Caye Caulker and on to the reef. Cavort with friendly sting rays and nurse sharks to your heart's content - watch the adrenaline flow! A visit to the shopping areas of this northernmost island resort will be made before returning to the ship. Included: Snorkel gear; guides; bottled water.