Get ready to dive into the largest reef system in the Western Hemisphere! Snorkelers will kick off the morning with their first guided reef tour, while the divers meet for a thorough briefing followed by a check-out dive to prepare for an epic 15 dives in 5 days.

After lunch, we’ll all head back out for another round of world-class snorkeling and diving. Some of the most spectacular reef sites in the world are only a short five-minute boat ride from Blackbird Caye.

When the day’s adventures wrap up, you’ll have free-time to kayak or paddleboard, spike it out on the beach volleyball court, or simply unwind in the pool.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We’ll enjoy another unforgettable day in paradise, exploring more spectacular dive and snorkel sites within the marine protected area surrounding our island home.

Today’s highlight will undoubtedly be our visit to the Witconcrete Wreck. Built during World War II as part of a rare experiment with concrete cargo ships, it was later sunk to create an artificial reef. Today, this 375 foot long wreck is covered with colorful coral, sponges, and sea fans and serves as a thriving habitat for schools of fish, curious eels, and even the occasional sea turtle. As you snorkel, or dive, around this giant underwater playground, you will explore a piece of history turned into a living reef.

Upon returning to the island, you’ll have some free-time to relax, and/ or take advantage of the island’s amenities, before we meet for dinner. We will conclude the evening with another engaging learning session focused on fish identification and reef ecology.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we will visit three of Belize’s most legendary dive and snorkel sites. Our first stop is The Great Blue Hole, a world-famous natural wonder. Advanced divers will descend into its deep, sapphire waters to swim around the massive stalactite formations at 130 feet. The rest of the group will be able to explore this geological marvel while snorkeling above the bubbly coral reef along the rim.

Next, we’ll head to the Half Moon Caye Wall, a breathtaking drop-off where the reef suddenly plunges into the open ocean. Snorkelers and divers alike will glide past walls covered in sponges and corals, keeping an eye out for eagle rays and reef sharks passing by in the blue.

Our final stop is The Aquarium, a site bursting with marine life. This shallow reef is famous for its crystal-clear water and incredible biodiversity. Expect schools of tropical fish, bright corals, and the chance to see turtles, rays, and maybe even a dolphin or two.

Morning: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On our fourth day snorkeling, or diving, on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, we’ll head out to explore a new stretch of this incredible ecosystem. Divers will have a chance to do 3 dives along vibrant walls and coral canyons, while the snorkelers enjoy two guided swims above colorful coral gardens filled with parrotfish, angelfish, and sea turtles. Each site reveals a different side of the reef’s biodiversity, giving you the chance to see how all of the species and habitats connect to create this thriving oasis.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our fifth day on the reef takes us to another set of unforgettable dive and snorkel sites. Snorkelers will float over shallow reefs where sea fans sway in the current and schools of tropical fish swirl beneath them during their two boat trips. The divers will descend for three dives through reef ledges, swim-throughs, and dramatic drop-offs patrolled by rays, moray eels, and reef sharks. After several days immersed in this underwater world, you will appreciate how many fish you are able to name and notice how the biodiversity on the reef changes from site to site.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On our last day on the water, we’ll take a boat trip to one of Belize’s most exciting sites, Elbow Reef. Divers will experience a thrilling drift dive, as the current carries them along dramatic reef walls. The snorkelers will have a front-row seat to the action in the shallows, as they explore picturesque coral gardens filled with a diversity of reef fish. Whether on top or below, you will quickly see why Elbow Reef is one of the most famous and unforgettable spots on the Mesoamerican Reef.

After we dry off, we’ll head to Calabash Caye for a guided hike on an uninhabited island in the Turneffe Atoll. Along the trails, we’ll learn about the area’s unique coastal ecosystems, spot native plants and wildlife, and see firsthand how land and sea connect on this remote atoll.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We will enjoy our last breakfast at Blackbird Caye before saying goodbye to our island paradise. The boat will take us back to the mainland, but our adventure is far from over!

From Belize City, we will travel inland towards San Ignacio to spend our last two nights at an eco-lodge in the Belizean jungle.

Nestled deep in the rainforest along the banks of the Macal River, the Blackrock Lodge is surrounded by jungle-covered cliffs and endless green canopy. We will sleep in rustic, but comfortable cabins that blend into the forest while dining at the on-site restaurant that serves fresh meals prepared from the lodge’s own gardens and farm.

The ride to the lodge takes about two and a half hours if we were to drive straight there, but there is no way we would pass by the Cave Branch River Archaeological Reserve without stopping for another adventure. Once we reach the river, we’ll jump into inner tubes and float downstream, weaving in and out of cave systems and gliding past an underground waterfall. With only our headlamps lighting the path, we’ll spot massive stalactites hanging from above, ancient pottery tucked into corners, and even statues of Mayan fertility gods carved into the rock. We’ll break for lunch during the excursion before continuing our journey inland.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We will meet for an early breakfast before heading out for an all-day excursion to Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) where we will journey into the Mayan underworld.

A visit to ATM is like stepping straight into history and adventure at the same time. After a short jungle hike and river crossing, we will enter a cave system once used by the ancient Mayans for sacred ceremonies. Equipped with headlamps, we’ll swim and wade through crystal-clear water, climbing deeper into chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Along the way, we’ll see centuries-old pottery, artifacts, and even human remains left as offerings – the most famous being the “Crystal Maiden”, a skeleton that became fused to the cave with glittering minerals over 1,000 years ago.

After our thrilling and unforgettable glimpse into the mysteries of Mayan culture, we will return to the lodge to hang out, laugh about all the trip highlights, and savor our final Belizean dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We’ll wake up early for our final breakfast in Belize while taking in the sweeping views of the jungle and river one last time. Afterward, we’ll load into the van for our transfer back to the Belize International Airport. With stories to tell, phones full of photos, and a lifetime of memories to look back on, we’ll say goodbye to paradise…until our next Edventure!

Meals: Breakfast