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DAY 1 Destination Meals included Hotel 5  - Thatched Cottage, or similar

Welcome to Belize! Your driver will be waiting for you outside Belize City International airport and drive you to Chaa Creek in the Cayo District - your accommodation for tonight (approximately 2hrs drive).

Cayo District Rugged and remote, the Cayo District is a vast stretch of highland rainforests, cattle ranches, and pinelands. Located in western Belize and bordering on 's El Petén region, you'll find no beaches here, but you'll have countless opportunities to explore the great outdoors on foot, by horse, or via kayak, raft, or canoe. Belize's oldest and largest national park - Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve - offers caves to explore, cool rivers for swimming, and a seemingly endless forest that is home to myriad tropical birds. Cayo is also home to , the largest intact tropical forest north of the Amazon. Here, you'll find endangered (and often elusive) animals like , Baird's tapirs, red -eyed tree frogs, and Morelet's crocodiles. Chiquibul also surrounds Belize's most expansive and popular archaeological site, . , the country's capital, is also located in Cayo, although the real hub of the district is San Ignacio, a small town located 110 kilometres (68 miles) from Belize City. It features rustic, colonial -era streets, an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops, a lively weekly market, and Maya ruins like , , and the caves of only a few kilometres away.

Chaa Creek Located in the central Cayo District of Belize, Chaa Creek is a private 365 -acre nature reserve set along the banks of the in the foothills of the Mayan Mountains. It offers a variety of luxury accommodations and has a top restaurant, bar and spa on the large, landscaped grounds. The lodge is famous for its medicinal plant trail and its unique Natural History Centre. The owners of the lodge are strong advocates and practitioners of sustainable tourism and the lodge has won many eco -tourism awards as well as being benchmarked by Green Globe. Its location offers excellent access to the many sights of the area and there are also a lot of on -site activities such as horseback riding, canoeing, biking, nature hikes and bird -watching that guests can enjoy. It's a very family friendly lodge with excellent packages for families.

Facilities - Restaurant, bar, pool & internet

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DAY 2 Destination Caracol Archaeological Site & Rio Frio Caves Meals included Breakfast, Lunch Hotel 5  Chaa Creek - Thatched Cottage, or similar

After a tasty breakfast, begin your private tour of Caracol & Rio Frio Cave. Experience two ecosystems in a long but fascinating day of exploring the largest known Maya site in Belize followed by a refreshing dip in pristine pools formed by waterfalls. The 2.5 - to 3 -hour drive starts out on paved road from San Ignacio in western Belize and continues off - road through the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, a sprawling national park featuring dramatic falls and pristine rivers and pools.

Notice the change from pine forest to tropical rainforest as you enter the Chiquibul Forest Reserve, which surrounds the stunning Caracol ruins. Covering 78 square kilometres (30 square miles) of thick jungle, Caracol contains five plazas, a cosmic observatory and thousands of structures. Follow the footsteps of Maya rulers by climbing up the steps of the massive Caana pyramid and browsing the three temples sharing its lofty peak. Enjoy a panoramic view of rainforest canopy as you look out from 43 metres (140 feet) above the jungle floor. Because the ruins lie within the Chiquibul reserve, you may encounter exotic birds and wildlife as you meander through the ruins.

On the way back to town, stop at the alluring Rio Frio Cave and take a refreshing dip in the Rio On Pools. Although the tour may take 10 hours, you'll enjoy lunch, snacks, cold beer and soft drinks, along with cold, moist washcloths to wipe your face and hands.

DAY 3 Destination Actun Tunichi Muknal Meals included Breakfast, Lunch Hotel 5  Chaa Creek - Thatched Cottage, or similar

Enjoy a heartful breakfast before setting off on a full day exploring Actun Tunichil Mukna. On today's tour, you will drive to the trailhead and trek for 45 minutes through the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve, walking across three streams and learning about the flora and fauna of the jungle. At the entrance of the Cave you will be outfitted in the necessary equipment. Some swimming will be required and also climbing and caving activity. This is a first class caving and archaeological experience.

Actun Tunichil Muknal "Cave of the Stone Sepulcher" is one of the most impressive caves in the Maya lowland. Located in the heart of the Belizean Rainforest, this cave was a sacred place to the pre -hispanic Mayas of Belize, who first began to use the entrance during the early classic period (300 -600AD.) The cave system consists of a series of chambers, ending

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Please note - For this tour, guests you have a good level of physical mobility, be able to swim and be comfortable in small spaces. You must wear comfortable, light -weight long pants or shorts and shirt that allow for easy movement and can get wet, and bring a full change of clothes. Swimsuits are acceptable but you may get cold. Well -treaded sneakers, hiking boots, or high -quality river shoes with covered toes, and socks are required footwear. Mosquito repellent is prohibited because it washes off immediately when you get into the water to enter the cave. Cameras are strictly prohibited inside.

DAY 4 Destination Cayo District Meals included Breakfast Hotel 5  Chaa Creek - Thatched Cottage, or similar

Today is free for you to relax at the lodge or make the most of the resort's facilities, which include -

Entry into the 365 -acre Rainforest Reserve Guided tours of the Natural History Centre and Butterfly Farm Access to the Ruta Maya Trail System Canoeing Early Morning Bird Walk with one of the Naturalist Guides Guided interpretive tour of the Rainforest Medicine Trail at Ixchel Farm

DAY 5 Destination Cayo Destrict  Belize City  Ambergris Caye Meals included Breakfast, Lunch Hotel 4  Victoria House - Plantation Room, or similar

After breakfast your driver will transfer you to Belize Airport. On the way, you will stop to visit the Community Baboon Sanctuary located 35 miles northwest of Belize City. Here you can get an up close encounter with the howler monkeys of Belize, locally known as "baboons" in English, or "saraguate"in Spanish. The sanctuary consists of approximately 20 square miles along the Belize River and embodies a combination of dense jungle, pasture, farmland, and small villages. Howler monkeys which can be seen within a short hike through the jungle get their name from their loud, guttural howls that can be heard up to five miles away. Male howler monkeys use their big voices to defend their turf. Howls by

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Once at the airport, check in to your included flight San Pedro (Ambergris Caye) where hotel representative will be waiting for you and transfer you to your accommodation for the night.

San Pedro (Ambergris Caye) Snorkelling and diving is nothing short of phenomenal in Belize's Barrier Reef, which runs parallel to Ambergris Caye. In the crystalline Caribbean waters, octopuses, nurse sharks, spotted eagle rays, and even sea turtles play among beautiful corals. But that's just the beginning. On this 40 -km/25 -m island, you can also sail, fish, kayak, bicycle or snorkel. This laid -back island has almost no cars, but you'll have no trouble reaching the many restaurants, tiki bars, and snorkel/dive shops in San Pedro Town on foot, by bicycle, or even by golf cart. Choose the north end of the island for a quieter experience.

Victoria House Victoria House is a luxurious beachfront resort world -class accommodations. Perched at the edge of the , the resort features extensive and lushly landscaped gardens, an inviting pool and the beach just outside your door. Its new spa, at 325 square metres (3,500 square feet) is the largest of its kind on the island. For your culinary experiences, choose from formal dining in the main restaurant or casual settings at the poolside patio or delightful palapa bar on the beach. Ideal for a romantic getaway, a dream beach wedding or a family vacation, Victoria House delivers an unforgettable experience with first -class service.

Facilities - Pool, 3 restaurants/bars, spa.

DAY 6 Destination Mexico Rock Snorkelling Tour Meals included Breakfast Hotel 4  Victoria House - Plantation Room, or similar

After breakfast at your resort, gear up for a half day privately guided snorkelling tour to Mexico Rock. Today you will enjoy a visual feast of thriving marine life as you go snorkelling at , just off North Ambergris Caye. View a delightful collection of sponges, sea fans, and star, elkhorn, and staghorn coral formations in this superb reef patch. Giant brain coral formations create miniature undersea habitats and islands for spiny lobster and yellow tail. As you bob about, look for angelfish, butterflyfish, flounder, green moray eels, nurse sharks, and stingrays, all of which take shelter in the coral's nooks and crannies. Its relatively calm and shallow (3.7 -meter / 12 -foot) waters make Mexico Rocks an ideal spot for snorkelers of all levels.

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Important - Shoe size information is required in order to operate this tour. Please provide this information in advance.

DAY 7 Destination Ambergris Caye Meals included Breakfast Hotel 4  Victoria House - Plantation Room, or similar

Today enjoy a free day to continue explore Ambergris or to relax by the pool and enjoy your resort's facilities.

DAY 8 Destination Ambergris Caye  Belize International Airport Meals included Breakfast Accommodation N/A

Enjoy one more breakfast in paradise. At the appropriate time you will be transferred to the airport to take your included flight to Belize International Airport. Your Inspiring Vacations tour finishes upon arrival to Belize International Airport.

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Inclusions

WHAT'S INCLUDED Incredible sightseeing including Belize Cayo District, Caracol archaeological site & Rio Frio Cave, the one of its kind Actun Tunichil Muklan, Ambergris (San Pedro) & Mexico Rocks English speaking guide for the duration of the tour 7 nights accommodation at deluxe 4 & 5 star accommodation 10 meals including 7 breakfasts & 2 3 lunches Privately guided full day tour of Caracol Archaeological Site & Rio Frio Caves Privately guided full day tour of Actun Tunichil Muklan Guided visit of Baboon Sanctuary Privately guided half day snorkelling tour of Mexico Rocks Private ground transportation throughout Domestic flights from Belize City to Ambergris return

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS Enjoy a privately guided tour Caracol archaeological site and finish the day off with a refreshing dip in pristine pools formed by waterfalls of River Frio Explore the one of the its kind "Cave of the Stone Sepulcher" also known as Actun Tunichil Muknal and trace the steps of the Mayas as you wade your way through this sacred cave Discover a a 20 square miles Baboon sanctuary as you get close and personal with Belize Howeler monkeys Take on a privately guided snorkelling half day tour of the crystaline Caribbean waters of Mexico Rock, near Ambergris Relax & rest at your own pace as you make the most of your free time in Ambergris. Perhaps make the most of your accommodation's facilities, such as bars, spa and pools

Fine Print

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BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE Inspiring Vacations has been globally recognised and awarded for its handling of COVID-19 during the pandemic. The safety and wellbeing of our guests is our highest concern during this time of uncertainty, and we are continuously monitoring the evolving COVID-19 situation.

We have adopted the advice of the WHO to ensure all customers can travel with the knowledge of how to travel safely and with confidence.

Australian owned and operated with 100% Australian Customer Service support

We are proudly 100% Australian owned and operated, with our head office located in Melbourne, Victoria. When you make your booking, you will receive dedicated and ongoing support from our team of travel professionals throughout your booking, up until you are due to depart.

Free Flexible Date Change Option

Book now, change later with our Free Flexible Date Change. Change your date free of charge for any COVID-19 related reason up to 60 days prior to departure. Date change must be requested prior to 60 days before your original selected departure. Once inside 65 days of departure, date changes may not be permitted. Date changes are subject to availability and any difference in price between the old and new date collected at the time of amendment.

The Free Flexible Date Change option does not cover cost incurred for components not fulfilled by Inspiring Vacations or in the event extra services have been booked with Inspiring Vacations outside of the standard package, including but not limited to airfares, pre/post accommodation or insurance.

Cooling off period

If you change your mind within 7 days of making your booking online, you can request a refund of your initial deposit payment as part of our cooling off period. Once your purchase date falls outside of the 7 day period, our standard terms and conditions will apply.

Please ensure that any request to cancel your booking is received via email to [email protected], including the reason for cancellation.

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HOW TO BOOK & PAYMENTS Deposit & Payments

Please follow the 'book now' prompts to view the deposit amount A second installment will be due 7 days after your initial deposit of 10% of the package cost per person You will then be invoiced for final payment 90 days prior to departure

Booking Process

'Sign Up' first by entering your email and creating a password Then select the red 'Book now' tab of the tour you have selected Select your Departure Date, Number of Passengers, Room Configuration, any Upgrade Options, and enter any Special Requests Click the red ‘Proceed to Secure Checkout' tab Enter your credit card or PayPal details to secure your deposit/payment Once your order is complete, you will be prompted to complete a Booking Form so that we can fulfil your booking Your booking is on request and will be confirmed by Inspiring Vacations once all components of your package have been secured with our partners, please see below for further information

Booking On Request

Your Inspiring Vacations package is made up of multiple components and travel partners. Once your booking is made and passenger details form submitted, we will begin to confirm all of your arrangements. Please note, this process can take several business days to complete Once all elements have been confirmed we will send you an email confirmation, if we are unable to confirm we will provide you with alternative dates or offer a full refund of your deposit or re-credit your account if a travel credit was used Please DO NOT book any additional services, such as flights, until we have confirmed your Inspiring Vacations package in writing. Inspiring Vacations will not be liable for any fees or charges incurred to change or cancel components not booked by Inspiring Vacations should your selected package be unavailable

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION COVID-19 Due to COVID there maybe disruptions to standard operating schedules of particular components of this itinerary. Should a component be effected a substitute will be confirmed prior to departure.

Fitness Requirements While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity.

These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers. As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.

Accommodation The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only and subject to availability. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however any changes are beyond our control.

Single Supplement Please follow the 'book now' prompts and select 1 passenger to view the single supplement cost.

Triple Share Not Available

Travel Insurance Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.

Group Size This package is private based on 2 people.

Tour Documentation Final documentation including, e-tickets and cruise details, will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.

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Children Children must share a room with parents at all times and are charged the same price as adults.

FREE DATE CHANGE Book now, change later with our Free Flexible Date Change. Change your date free of charge PROTECTION for any COVID-19 related reason up to 45 days prior to departure. Date change must be requested prior to 45 days before your original selected departure. Once inside 45 days of departure, date changes may not be permitted. Date changes are subject to availability and any difference in price between the old and new date collected at the time of amendment.

The Free Flexible Date Change option does not cover cost incurred for components not fulfilled by Inspiring Vacations or in the event extra services have been booked with Inspiring Vacations outside of the standard package, including but not limited to airfares, pre/post accommodation or insurance.

EXCLUSIONS International Flights Personal expenses Optional activities Anything not mentioned in the itinerary Travel insurance (highly recommended) Guide/Driver tipping Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme US$10 Mexico Rock Park Fee per person which must be paid directly by guests to local authorities.

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