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An intoxicating fusion of Central America’s jungles & the beaches of the Caribbean, this private guided tour of Belize is the ultimate in luxury escapes. Immerse yourselves in the tropical wilds of the Belizean jungle as you voyage to a secluded hilltop eco-lodge perched minutes from the ocean. This intimate boutique hotel is a nature lover’s paradise, nestled in the rainforest surrounded by exotic wildlife. Enjoy a plethora of private guided jungle excursions, night safaris, romantic river cruises & idyllic sea voyages. See monkeys, tropical birds, jaguar, ocelot, crocodiles, manatee & more. Featuring award winning cuisine, first class service & a world class view, you’ll be well prepared for the next half of the tour, your own private island paradise! Take a scenic cruise to your intimate island escape, Cayo Espanto. Though this award winning retreat might seem remote, it has appeared in many luxury travel magazines & hosted numerous celebrities in its time. Relax as you enjoy its first class services, stylish oceanfront villa, renowned private chef, butler, private plunge pool, sparkling beaches & turquoise waters. Organize private day tours to ancient Mayan ruins or go diving through a kaleidoscope of coral, dolphins & turtles. Ideal for a romantic hideaway or intimate group gatherings, this island can accommodate 2-16 & is truly a treasure of the Caribbean.
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Day 1
Punta Gorda
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- Belize City: Package - Welcome to Belize
- Air - Belize City - Punta Gorda [Belize City Int'l Airport Direct (1 hr)] - Economy
- Punta Gorda: Package - Punta Gorda Airport to Machaca Hill Lodge
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
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Machaca Hill Lodge (B,L,D)
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Day 2
Punta Gorda
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- Package - Machaca Hill Lodge Inclusions
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
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Machaca Hill Lodge (B,L,D)
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Day 3
Punta Gorda
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- Package - Machaca Hill Lodge Inclusions
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
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Machaca Hill Lodge (B,L,D)
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Day 4
Cayo Espanto
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- Package - Transfer Machaca Hill Lodge to Airport
- Air - Punta Gorda - Belize City [Direct Belize City Int'l Airport (1 hr)] - Economy
- Air - Belize City - Ambergris Caye [Belize City Int'l Airport Direct (0.25 hr)] - Economy
- Ambergris Caye: Package - Shared Boat Transfer: Cayo Espanto
- Cayo Espanto: Cayo Espanto At Leisure
- Dinner (included)
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Cayo Espanto (B,L,D)
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Day 5
Cayo Espanto
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- Optional Activities at Cayo Espanto
- Included Activities at Cayo Espanto
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
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Cayo Espanto (B,L,D)
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Day 6
Cayo Espanto
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- Cayo Espanto At Leisure
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
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Cayo Espanto (B,L,D)
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Day 7
Belize City
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- Package - Shared Boat Transfer: Cayo Espanto - Ambergirs Caye
- Air - Ambergris Caye - Belize City [Direct Belize City Int'l Airport (0.5 hr)] - Economy
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Depart (Int'l Airport) (B)
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| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Punta Gorda Welcome to Belize! You will be welcomed by a local representative who will ensure that you get checked into for your domestic flight to Punta Gorda to begin your Jungle & Island Elite adventure! Enjoy a direct flight from Belize City International Airport to Punta Gorda. Enjoy a shared transfer from the airport to the Machaca Hill Lodge. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Perched in the verdant hills above the Caribbean coast of southern Belize, the lodge is a self-contained sanctuary from the everyday world. The Main Lodge is the communal heart of the resort, offering dining and lounging areas, our concierge and lobby lounge area, a finely edited gift shop, and observation decks giving onto grand vistas of the coast, Maya Mountains and an endless view of the untouched and pristine rainforest. Accommodations consist of 12 privately sited, individual suites with comfortable sleeping and relaxing spaces, screened fresh-air verandas, and luxurious tiled spa-style baths. The fishing village of Punta Gorda is the southernmost outpost of Belize. 40km (25 miles) north of here off the Southern Highway is the Mayan ruin of Nim Li Punit, with the tallest carved stele in Belize.
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 Punta Gorda |
 Machaca Hill Lodge aerial view |
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Day 2
Punta Gorda Included: private guides to surrounding ruins, rivers, reefs and villages using open-air customized Land Cruisers, Polaris Rangers and boats. The lodge environment includes miles of clearly marked nature trails, canoes, kayaks, mountain bikes and fishing equipment for all guests’ use, as well as a swimming pool, evening fire corral, lush garden. Additionally, there is a canopy funicular to transport guests from the lodge to the banks of the Rio Grande.
All Inclusive Includes: all meals, activities, (motorized and non-motorized), park and entrance fees, laundry services and all beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) with the exception of premium brand beverages. The package doesn't include fishing, Tikal day tour and scuba diving.
Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Machaca Hill Lodge.
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 Machaca Hill Lodge |
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Day 3
Punta Gorda Included: private guides to surrounding ruins, rivers, reefs and villages using open-air customized Land Cruisers, Polaris Rangers and boats. The lodge environment includes miles of clearly marked nature trails, canoes, kayaks, mountain bikes and fishing equipment for all guests’ use, as well as a swimming pool, evening fire corral, lush garden. Additionally, there is a canopy funicular to transport guests from the lodge to the banks of the Rio Grande.
All Inclusive Includes: all meals, activities, (motorized and non-motorized), park and entrance fees, laundry services and all beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) with the exception of premium brand beverages. The package doesn't include fishing, Tikal day tour and scuba diving.
Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Machaca Hill Lodge.
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Day 4
Cayo Espanto Transfer from the lodge to the airport in Punta Gorda for your flight to Belize Airport. A direct flight from Punta Gorda will take you to the Belize City International Airport. A direct flight from Belize City International airport will take you to San Pedro, Amergris Caye. The Private Island awaits you as you enjoy your shared boat transfer from the dock at San Pedro to Cayo Espanto. Spend the day at leisure or enjoy acitivites offered here at Cayo Espanto. Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Three miles from San Pedro, off the coast of Belize, Cayo Espanto is truly a spectacular and private retreat. World class snorkeling, Scuba diving, catered meals, attentive staff, and massages are all a little piece of wonderful which awaits you at Cayo Espanto. Ever swim through one of the world’s most natural wonders? Adventure is moments away at Cayo Espanto when you don your scuba or snorkel gear to explore the world’s second-largest barrier-reef system. Anglers come from all over the globe for the unbelievable fly fishing and climate. Whether it is bonefish, tarpon, barracuda, parrot fish or snappers, the chase is all around. Graced with an average temperature ranging from 23C (73F) in the winter to 29C (84F) in the summer, Cayo Espanto has the perfect weather for a dream vacation. Discover your own private island at Cayo Espanto, where paradise and luxury come together as one. This new, five star, world class resort is for the discriminating few who demand the best life has to offer. We invite you to spend enchanting evenings and unforgettable days overlooking the Caribbean while the staff overlooks nothing. Located three miles from San Pedro in the calm waters of the Western Caribbean, off the coast of Belize, Cayo Espanto is truly a spectacular and private retreat.
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 Cayo Espanto |
 Arrival to Cayo Espanto |
 Cayo Espanto |
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Day 5
Cayo Espanto Daily excursions to the mainland of Belize offer fantastic adventure opportunities; the Mayan ruins of Lamanai, river trips and visits to inland spas. Private charters are also available. Cayo Espanto's on-site Spa offers manicures, pedicures, facials, Aromatherapy and more. Other activities include fly fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling and birdwatching. Enjoy your stay at Cayo Espanto; all non-motorized activities are included in the program price and can be enjoyed daily. Activities are: the use of sea kayaks, pedal boats, sail boat and spin reel fishing tackle.
Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Cayo Espanto.
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 Lamanai Ruins |
 Fishing at Cayo Espanto |
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Day 6
Cayo Espanto Spend the day at leisure or enjoy acitivites offered here at Cayo Espanto. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Cayo Espanto.
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Day 7
Belize City The time has come for you to say goodbye to this incredible private island experience. Snap a few photos as you transfer by boat back to the Ambergris Caye to meet the commuter flight back to the mainland. Enjoy a direct flight from Pan Pedro, Ambergris Caye to the Belize City International Airport. Belize City is over 300 years old and serves as the main commercial area and seaport. It is the country’s biggest city, and is a mixture of colonial architecture, functional wooden buildings and historic cathedrals. Sights include the oldest Anglican cathedral in Latin America, St John’s, and Government House, the Belize City residence of the British Governor, built in 1814.
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 Belize City |
 See you soon... |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund less any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise, or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
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