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8 Night Belize to Tikal Reefs Rivers and Ruins of the Maya World Cruise and Land Tour from Belize City

Ship: National Geographic Quest
Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions
Sailed:  Sunday, Jan 21, 2024 from Belize City, Belize
Ended: Monday, Jan 29, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Sunday, Jan 21, 2024 departure of the National Geographic Quest. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Sunday - Jan 21, 2024
Belize City, Belize
Belize City, Belize      
Arrive in Belize City and transfer to the ship. Settle into your cabin as evening falls and we set sail away from the Belizean mainland and out into the Caribbean Sea.
Day 2 - Monday - Jan 22, 2024
Belize Barrier Reef, Belize
Belize Barrier Reef, Belize      
Awaken in the northern cayes of the Mesoamerican Reef, a barrier reef system that stretches more than 600 miles and harbors incredible marine biodiversity. Edged with mangroves and scattered with idyllic tropical isles, these turquoise waters give us much to explore during our full day here. If weather and conditions permit, visit Half Moon Caye to see its red-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebird colony. Later, we find a calm spot to paddle a kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Or, don a mask and fins to snorkel among sea turtles, swirling schools of tropical fish, and harmless nurse sharks.
Day 3 - Tuesday - Jan 23, 2024
Dangriga, Belize
Dangriga, Belize      
Bus Travel      
Mayflower Bocawina National Park, Belize, Belize      
Bus Travel      
Dangriga, Belize      
Spend the morning discovering the lush rainforests and waterfalls of Mayflower Bocawina National Park. On a variety of hikes with the naturalist guides, photograph unusual tropical flowers, watch for colorful bird species, and identify the tracks of tapirs and jungle cats. A series of camera traps are set up throughout the park to capture images of the elusive jaguar, so revered in Maya culture. Meet local scientists and researchers to see some of this footage and learn about ongoing studies of jaguar behavior. Tonight, an internationally acclaimed drumming group, the Garifuna Collective, joins us onboard to perform their spirited music.
Day 4 - Wednesday - Jan 24, 2024
Monkey River, Belize, Belize      
Belize Barrier Reef, Belize      
Rise early to board Zodiacs at the mouth of Monkey River and cruise inland through the Belizean jungle in search of toucans, green iguanas, and myriad bird species. Few experiences rival hearing the first throaty roar of a mantled howler monkey echoing across the canopy. Explore the southern cayes of the Belize Barrier Reef this afternoon and enjoy more opportunities to kayak and stand-up paddleboard, or go snorkeling amid vibrant corals teeming with tropical fish. For scuba divers, incredible dive opportunities abound (at additional cost).
Day 5 - Thursday - Jan 25, 2024
Belize Barrier Reef, Belize
Belize Barrier Reef, Belize      
Our second straight day on the reef brings us into the central cayes. Here, coral patches dot the shallow coastal lagoon, which harbors parrotfish, butterflyfish, octopuses, and countless other marine species. Nearby, we drop anchor and spend the full day within the reef, discovering natural wonders both in and out of the water.
Day 6 - Friday - Jan 26, 2024
Belize City, Belize
Belize City, Belize      
Cruise Ends      
Bus Travel      
El Remate, Guatemala      
Disembark in Belize City and drive to El Remate, Guatemala's gateway to Tikal-one of the largest cities in the Classic Maya world. Enjoy lunch on the way before reaching the shores of picturesque Lake Peten Itza and transferring to the Hotel Camino Real Tikal. Later, set out on an optional birding walk with the naturalist guides, or take a sunset boat cruise on the lake.
Day 7 - Saturday - Jan 27, 2024
El Remate, Guatemala      
Bus Travel      
Yaxha, Guatemala      
Bus Travel      
El Remate, Guatemala      
Explore Yaxha, a former Maya ceremonial center situated on a ridge overlooking Yaxha Lake. The world's third-largest known Maya site, Yaxha spreads across nine plazas and contains multiple pyramids, ball courts, and stelae. Examine its features with your local guides and, if desired, climb a temple for panoramic views. Later, enjoy lunch at a traditional Guatemalan restaurant, followed by an evening at leisure.
Day 8 - Sunday - Jan 28, 2024
El Remate, Guatemala      
Bus Travel      
Tikal, Guatemala      
Bus Travel      
El Remate, Guatemala      
Spend a full day exploring Tikal, where ancient pyramids tower more than 200 feet, and thousands of temples, shrines, and plazas are scattered beneath the rainforest canopy. Discover the site's archeological treasures, including the Temple of the Great Jaguar and the North and South Acropolis. Encounter ancient Maya art and hieroglyphs, and examine carved stone inscriptions that illuminate the history and spiritual significance of Tikal.
Day 9 - Monday - Jan 29, 2024
El Remate, Guatemala      
Bus Travel      
Flores, Guatemala      
Guatemala City, Guatemala      
Enjoy breakfast this morning and transfer to the Flores airport for flights to Guatemala City to connect with international flights home. Please note: the cost of the flight from Flores to Guatemala City is not included; it is set at $250 USD per person for the January 2024 season.