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Belize Family Journey: Rainforests, Beaches & Ancient Caves

With remarkable marine life, Maya ruins and wildlife-packed jungles, Belize is the ultimate family travel destination—and this eight-day trip will have you immersed in the people, places and customs of this stunning country. Float on tubes through breathtaking cave systems, keep an eye out for local wildlife at the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, discover the ancient Maya way of life and snorkel along vibrant coral reefs as you explore the heart and soul of Belize.

8 DaysBelize City to Belize City
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: CBBNF
From $3999 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: National Geographic Family Journeys

Trips for adventure-loving families in search of a meaningful way to discover the world together.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: New Trips

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 13+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Belize Family Journey: Rainforests, Beaches & Ancient Caves - Itinerary

Trip Start: Belize CityTrip End: Belize City

DAY 1

Belize City/Caves Branch

Welcome to Belize City–your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travelers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group on the morning of day two.

Sleeping Giant:
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Belize Family Journey: Rainforests, Beaches & Ancient Caves - Itinerary

Trip Start: Belize CityTrip End: Belize City
DAY 1
Belize City/Caves Branch

DAY 1

Belize City/Caves Branch

Welcome to Belize City–your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travelers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group on the morning of day two.

Sleeping Giant:
Sleeping Giant

DAY 2
Caves Branch
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DAY 3
Caves Branch
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DAY 4
Caves Branch
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DAY 5
Caves Branch/Placencia
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DAY 6
Placencia
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DAY 7
Placencia
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DAY 8
Placencia/Belize City
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: San Antonio Women's Cooperative visit with Pottery Class & Local Lunch, San Ignacio
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Belize City
  • Your Family Journeys Moment: Tortilla-Making Lesson, San Ignacio
  • Your Family Journeys Moment: Jungle Safari After Dark, Caves Branch
  • Your Family Journeys Moment: Sandcastle Building Experience, Placencia
  • Arrival transfer
  • River cave expedition
  • Xunantunich ruins guided excursion
  • Night walk with a naturalist
  • Guided nature walk in Cockscomb wildlife sanctuary
  • Full-day snorkeling and boating experience in Placencia
  • 2 shuttle transfers to the airport on departure day
  • All tips included for activities and meals, except for Expedition Leaders and porterage
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (7nts)
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, private bus, walking.
Staff & experts
  • Two National Geographic Expedition Leaders throughout, local guides.

Belize Family Journey: Rainforests, Beaches & Ancient Caves Departure Dates

All Years

StartEndingAvailabilityPrices from
Sun, Mar 15 2026Sun, Mar 22 2026Request (5)$4,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jun 28 2026Sun, Jul 05 2026Open (20)$3,999 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jul 26 2026Sun, Aug 02 2026Open (20)$4,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: San Antonio Women's Cooperative visit with Pottery Class & Local Lunch, San Ignacio
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Belize City
Your Family Journeys Moment: Tortilla-Making Lesson, San Ignacio
Your Family Journeys Moment: Jungle Safari After Dark, Caves Branch
Your Family Journeys Moment: Sandcastle Building Experience, Placencia. Arrival transfer. River cave expedition. Xunantunich ruins guided excursion. Night walk with a naturalist. Guided nature walk in Cockscomb wildlife sanctuary. Full-day snorkeling and boating experience in Placencia. 2 shuttle transfers to the airport on departure day. All tips included for activities and meals, except for Expedition Leaders and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Channel your inner adventurer as you climb hike and tube your way through a spectacular ancient cave, Test your culinary skills and learn how to prepare corn tortillas using ancient Maya techniques, Be on the lookout for some of the local wildlife including jaguars parrots black howler monkeys and toucans at the famed Cockscomb Wildlife Sanctuary where you’ll learn about their incredible conservation efforts, Set out on a snorkeling expedition keeping your eyes peeled for turtles barracuda and colorful shoals of fish.

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Prices are based on double occupancy; all other room configurations are on request and cannot be guaranteed. We will accommodate triples/quads whenever possible. Please call for further details.

Family Journeys are designed for groups traveling with children between the ages of 7 and 17. Your group must include a child in order to book, and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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