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Guatemala, Rafting and Maya archaeology in the Belize Jungle - 2009 Download dossier

Rafting & Archaeology in Guatemala

This expedition meanders through the impressive and ever changing scenery of Guatemala and combines white water (class IV) rafting, pristine pools and Mayan archaeology, before transferring to Belize Barrier Reef, for relaxation and diving off the white sandy beaches.

During our time in this intense country, we will raft the exciting white waters of the Rio Cahabon & Rio Dulce and swim in the enchanting pools of SEMUC CHAMPEY. We then transfer to the rainforest to explore the Mayan archaology by boat and by foot, before spending the last couple of days relaxing in the Belize Barrier Reef.

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS

  • 4 days whitewater rafting the rapids of Lanquin and Cahabon rivers

  • Experience the fauna and flora of the Guatemala rainforest

  • Discover ancient Mayan ruins including the city of Tikal
     

  • Relax at your leisure on the Belize Great Barrier Reef
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Rafting the Rio Cahabon

Experience a once in a lifetime adventure amongst the natural beauty of Guatemala ('place of many trees').

Our rafting expedition down the Lanquin and Cahabon rivers take us through the subtropical jungle of Guatemala.  Marvel at the local Amazon parrots whilst navigating some of the rivers largest and most exciting rapids.  These challenging rafting sections are broken up perfectly by pristine side creeks and pools perfect for swimming.

 
After a thoroughly invigorating 4 days rafting, we then head by land to Flores, stopping en-route to the Castillo de San Flipe (where you will have the opportunity to bungee jump) and also explore the high jungle canopy walk where we may see spider monkeys among other jungle animals and birds.

Our adventure then takes us by boat to the intriguing ruins of Ceibal, outstanding carvings which are surrounded by a forest off huge Ceiba trees.

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The Semuc Bridge
Polar Bears in Greenland
Tikal Temple		 Our last stop in Guatemala is to the most impressive of all the ancient Mayan cities - Tikal and the lost world.

We have the park largely to ourselves in the afternoons as we stay overnight in the lodge located in the park. 

The pyramid temples tower up to 65m above the jungle floor and you will be astonished by the myriad of flora and fauna in this peaceful timeless rainforest.
After all these activities, we head to Ambergris Caye for relaxation on this beautiful tropical island.

Here you will be able to enjoy the Belize barrier reef at your leisure independently.  This is the second largest barrier reef in the world and has an endless mountain range of dramatic walls and undulating coral ridges blessed with calm waters and hundreds of coral pinnacles and patch coral heads, perfect to enjoy by snorkelling or diving.  Or, if you prefer, simply sunbathing on the white sandy beaches.

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Snorkelling and Diving on the Belize Cayes

The Guatemala expedition has a maximum group size of 10 people

 Dates & Prices

  • 15th -26th Feb 2009
  • 5th -16th April 2009
  • 10th - 21st May 2009
  • 7th - 18th June 2009
  • 20th - 31st December 2009

The price for this expedition is: £1,850 (Please see booking).  If you would like to join us on this expedition please download the dossier, register your interest by email or complete our contact form for more details.

To take full advantage of your time here, you will join the expedition at Guatemala City and leave from Belize City (this route is covered by a number of large airlines).

 

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