FAMILY ADVENTURE TOURS IN BELIZE
Why book a tour through Black Orchid Management? Black Orchid Management, Ltd. has taken the time to research each individual tour offered on Ambergris Caye island. We have chosen, what we feel are the best tours available. This allows you as the guest, to spend your time being a tourist, enjoying your vacation, rather than taking the time to do the research that we have already done.
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 EXPERIENCE BELIZE TOGETHER!
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SNORKELING WITH KIDS
There is a moderate amount of physical exertion required in these tours. Children need to know how to swim,
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
HOL CHAN & SHARK RAY ALLEY
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MEXICO ROCKS SNORKELING
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MANATEE WATCH & SNORKELING
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SNORKELING AT CAYE CAULKER
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MAYAN RUINS WITH KIDS
There is a moderate amount of physical exersion required in these tours. Children need to know how to swim,
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
XUNANTUNICH RUINS & CAVE TUBING $250.00 USD per person - Full Day
MAYAN RUINS: Your full day journey takes you to the Belize mainland, where you will then travel in a private van to the beautiful Cayo District; a western district of Belize. Cayo has been referred to by many as Belize's "Tropical Switzerland", with rolling green lawns, palm trees, plantations and mountains. Here in Cayo, you will be met by the Mopan River, where your Mayan Ruin adventure begins. You will start by crossing a river, drawn by a hand cranked ferry. Only the driver remains in the van for the short 2 minute crossing.
CAVE TUBING: After you have tours the Mayan Ruins, you will travel to the Sibun Cave Branch area. Here you will be given a life vest and an inner tube. You will then take a short walk, where you will cross a river and begin your hike on a designated trail through a jungle, to the entrance of the cave system. Here you will wade into the river, sit on your inner tube and float lesiruely through the cave system, experiencing the sacred underworld of the Mayan people. INCLUDES: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, air transportation to mainland, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages and are NOT included. WHAT TO BRING: Shorts, T-shirts are suggested along with a good pair of tennis shoes or hiking shoes and aquatic shoes, if you have them. You will be getting wet, so bring an extra set of dry clothes. Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, camera, clothing that can get wet, swimsuit, rain jacket (depending on the time of year), hand sanitizer, insect repellent, dry bag, money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%). DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: 6:30 a.m. for a 7:00 a.m. flight. All trips return between 4:30 & 5:30 p.m. |
LAMANAI RUINS & JUNGLE RIVER $250.00 USD per person - Full Day
MAYAN RUINS: Your full day journey takes you to the Belize mainland, where you will then travel by a private van, along the old Pan American Highway to the Orange Walk District, a northern district of Belize.Here you will board a boat and take a ride up the New River, where the flora and fauna abounds with hundreds of different speceies of birds, fresh water turtles, green iguanas, insect bats, wild orchids, monekys, crocodiles, and much more - this is a true wild jungle river ride!
After this exciting ride, you will arrive at your final destination, the Lamanai Mayan Ruins. Lamanais setting, along the New River is one of the few, where the original Maya name is knowsn (which translated means) "Sub-Merged Corcodile". Hence you will see numerous carved representations of crocodiles at this site. Lamanai's remoteness contributed to its being occupied up until at least 1,650 AD. Lamanai features the second largest Pre-Classic structure in the Maya world and the view across the surrounding forest from the top of the temple is magnificient. In front of the temple stands a 13 foot stone mask of a Maya King. You will also be given the chance to tour the small museum and souvenir shop. INCLUDES: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, and all rental equipment, air transportation to the mainland, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included. WHAT TO BRING: Shorts, T-shirts are suggested along with a good pair of tennis shoes or hiking shoes, if you have them. Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, camera, rain jacket (depending on the time of year), hand sanitizer, insect repellent, money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%). DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: 6:30 a.m. for a 7:00 a.m. flight. All trips return between 4:30 & 5:30 p.m. |
ALTUN HA Ruins & Baboon Sanctuary $210.00 USD per person - Full Day
MAYAN RUINS: This full-day journey takes you to the Belize mainland where you will visit the Altun Ha Mayan Ruins. In its day, Altun Ha was an important trading, agricultural and ceremonial center to the Mayan people. The temple here focuses on the worship of the sun, and is dedicated to the Mayan Sun God. One of the artifacts excavated at this site, is a spectacular round jade carved replica, believed to be the head of Kinich Aha, the Mayan Sun God. Archeologists estimate that Altun Ha was occupied from 350 BC to about 95 AD. For bird lovers, this is a great site to do a little bird watching.
BABOON SANCTUARY: The Baboon Sanctuary is a small community near Bermudian Landing, located 43 km or (27 miles) from Belize City. This sanctuary is located along, a 33 km or (20 mile) stretch of the Belize River. The Community Baboon Sanctuary is a cooperative venture of private landowners (many of whom are subsistence farmers), conservationists, and biological researchers. Their common aim is to preserve for visitors, an extensive forest habitat for a large population of wild primates (the so-called "baboon"), which are actually Black Howler Monkeys. INCLUDES: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, air transportation to mainland, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included. WHAT TO BRING: Shorts, T-shirts are suggested along with a good pair of tennis shoes or hiking shoes, if you have them. Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, camera, rain jacket (depending on the time of year), hand sanitizer, insect repellent, money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%). DEPARTURE TIME: 6:30 a.m. for a 7:00 a.m. flight. All trips return between 4:30 & 5:30 p.m. |
ALTUN HA - Mayan Ruins & Cave Tubing $225.00 USD per person - Full Day
MAYAN RUINS: This full-day journey takes you to the Belize mainland where you will visit the Altun Ha Mayan Ruins. In its day, Altun Ha was an important trading, agricultural and ceremonial center to the Mayan people. The temple here focuses on the worship of the sun, and is dedicated to the Mayan Sun God. One of the artifacts excavated at this site, is a spectacular round jade carved replica, believed to be the head of Kinich Aha, the Mayan Sun God. Archeologists estimate that Altun Ha was occupied from 350 BC to about 95 AD. For bird lovers, this is a great site to do a little bird watching.
CAVE TUBING: Following your tour of the Altun Ha, you will travel to the Sibun Cave Branch area. Here you will be given a life vest and an inner tube. You will then take a short walk, where you will cross a river and begin your hike on a designated trail through the jungle, to the entrance of the cave system. Here you will wade into the river, sit on your inner tube and float leisurely through the cave system, experiencing the sacred underworld of the Mayan people. INCLUDES: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, air transportation to mainland, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages and the Maruba Jungle Spa are NOT included. WHAT TO BRING: Shorts, T-shirts are suggested along with a good pair of tennis shoes or hiking shoes and aquatic shoes, if you have them. You will be getting wet, so bring an extra set of dry clothes. Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, camera, clothing that can get wet, swimsuit, rain jacket (depending on the time of year), hand sanitizer, insect repellent, dry bag, money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%). DEPARTURE TIME: 6:30 a.m. for a 7:00 a.m. flight. All trips return between 4:30 & 5:30 p.m. |
JUNGLE HORSEBACK RIDING WITH KIDS
There is a moderate amount of physical exersion required in these tours. Children need to know how to swim,
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
HORSEBACK RIDING & CAVE TUBING - $200.00 USD per person
This horse back riding adventure take you from our jungle lodge through jungle trails, rivers, we trek through tree plantations on an adventure you will never forget! A mix of half day trail rides and full day rides exploring the caves and waterfalls by horseback. Miles of jungle and riverside trails await you. The largest herd of horses in Belize (130 horses & counting) and 20 years plus experience in running equestrian vacations make our venture the ideal location. Discover the treasures of the Mayan civilization in the depth of our Central American Rain forest and become one with nature and let history come alive in the sacred world of the Maya.
INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, transportation, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
WHAT TO BRING: NO OPEN TOED OR LOSE SANDALS, you risk losing them either in the water. For cave tubing we recommend aqua or swim shoes. For horseback riding we recommend comfortable walking shoes (preferably tennis or hiking shoes), sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, camera, bathing suit, towel, dry change of clothes, pocket money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%).
DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 7:00 a.m. and returns around 4:00-5:30 p.m.
INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, transportation, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
WHAT TO BRING: NO OPEN TOED OR LOSE SANDALS, you risk losing them either in the water. For cave tubing we recommend aqua or swim shoes. For horseback riding we recommend comfortable walking shoes (preferably tennis or hiking shoes), sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, camera, bathing suit, towel, dry change of clothes, pocket money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%).
DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 7:00 a.m. and returns around 4:00-5:30 p.m.
CAVE TUBING & ZIP LINING WITH KIDS
There is a moderate amount of physical exersion required in these tours. Children need to know how to swim,
are wearing a life support vest, and accompanied by an adult at all times.
Keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
CAVE TUBING & ZIP LINING - $200.00 per person (DON'T MISS THIS TOUR!)
Come and experience the greatest in cave adventures and one of the most popular tourism activities in Belize. The cave system is just 1 hour from Belize City.
CAVE TUBING: You will begin your journey by arriving in Belize City. There you will board a private air conditioned van, which will transport you to an unforgettable adventure into the dense Belizean rainforest jungle of the Sibun Cave Branch area. You will travel the Western Highway en route to the Cave Branch area, where you will begin your cave tubing journey. When we reach the site, we will take a short walk through the jungle that will bring us to the entrance of the cave system. Here you will climb down an embankment, get into the water and float in your tube down the river through a 2 cave system, seeing magnificent rock formations. After a brief lunch, you begin the jungle zip lining portion of your day tour.
JUNGLE ZIP LINING - Your zip Line adventure begins with a five minute walk in this amazing natural rainforest. There you will be assisted by your guide as you float through nature to the 8 different platforms which are strategically located within the rainforest canopy. You cannot miss this!
Feel at one with nature on the exciting Belize Zip Line Canopy Tour Adventure. This tour is by far one of the best methods to view it all at a canopy level. The drive will take you to the Western Highway for approximately 50 minutes, where you will reach the limestone hills of Belize. Once at the Zip Line location, the guides will help you with your gear, your harness, helmet and hand gear in preparation for your aerial adventure. A short 5 minute walk in this amazing natural rainforest will bring you to the start of the adventure where you will once again be instructed on the zip line method.
Your Zip Line adventure begins from the first platform where you will "jump" from the first platform to zip to the next platform found 150 feet away. Flying through the air surrounded by nature is the most exhilarating feeling ever encountered.
The Zip Line adventure consists of 8 zlip line platforms, each strategically located within the rainforest canopy. Double ccables (each capable of withstanding 2,000 pounds of weight, the requirement for this tour truly has nothing to do with the weight of the person, but with the size of the safety equipment used for ultimate safety. All landing platforms are equipped with safety gear, handrails and guides to meet you at the next landing as well as to ensure your personal safety throughout the tour. The platforms are as high as 85 feet, into the canopy and as far apart as 250 feet. So get ready for this fantastic ride and ensure to reserve early, as spaces are limited.
Enjoy the morning breeze as you travel along the different cayes while making your way to the Haulover River. There your private air conditioned van awaits to transport you to an unforgettable adventure into the dense rainforest of the Sibun Caves Branch area. Your zip Line adventure begins with a five minute walk in this amazing natural rainforest. There you will be assisted by your guide as you float through nature to the 8 different platforms which are strategically located within the rainforest canopy. You cannot miss this!
INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, transportation, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
WHAT TO BRING: NO OPEN TOED OR LOSE SANDALS, you risk losing them either in the water or when zip lining through the air. For cave tubing we recommend aqua or swim shoes. For zip lining we recommend comfortable walking shoes (preferably tennis or hiking shoes), sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, camera, bathing suit, towel, dry change of clothes, pocket money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%).
DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 8:00 a.m. and returns around 4:00-4:30 p.m.
CAVE TUBING: You will begin your journey by arriving in Belize City. There you will board a private air conditioned van, which will transport you to an unforgettable adventure into the dense Belizean rainforest jungle of the Sibun Cave Branch area. You will travel the Western Highway en route to the Cave Branch area, where you will begin your cave tubing journey. When we reach the site, we will take a short walk through the jungle that will bring us to the entrance of the cave system. Here you will climb down an embankment, get into the water and float in your tube down the river through a 2 cave system, seeing magnificent rock formations. After a brief lunch, you begin the jungle zip lining portion of your day tour.
JUNGLE ZIP LINING - Your zip Line adventure begins with a five minute walk in this amazing natural rainforest. There you will be assisted by your guide as you float through nature to the 8 different platforms which are strategically located within the rainforest canopy. You cannot miss this!
Feel at one with nature on the exciting Belize Zip Line Canopy Tour Adventure. This tour is by far one of the best methods to view it all at a canopy level. The drive will take you to the Western Highway for approximately 50 minutes, where you will reach the limestone hills of Belize. Once at the Zip Line location, the guides will help you with your gear, your harness, helmet and hand gear in preparation for your aerial adventure. A short 5 minute walk in this amazing natural rainforest will bring you to the start of the adventure where you will once again be instructed on the zip line method.
Your Zip Line adventure begins from the first platform where you will "jump" from the first platform to zip to the next platform found 150 feet away. Flying through the air surrounded by nature is the most exhilarating feeling ever encountered.
The Zip Line adventure consists of 8 zlip line platforms, each strategically located within the rainforest canopy. Double ccables (each capable of withstanding 2,000 pounds of weight, the requirement for this tour truly has nothing to do with the weight of the person, but with the size of the safety equipment used for ultimate safety. All landing platforms are equipped with safety gear, handrails and guides to meet you at the next landing as well as to ensure your personal safety throughout the tour. The platforms are as high as 85 feet, into the canopy and as far apart as 250 feet. So get ready for this fantastic ride and ensure to reserve early, as spaces are limited.
Enjoy the morning breeze as you travel along the different cayes while making your way to the Haulover River. There your private air conditioned van awaits to transport you to an unforgettable adventure into the dense rainforest of the Sibun Caves Branch area. Your zip Line adventure begins with a five minute walk in this amazing natural rainforest. There you will be assisted by your guide as you float through nature to the 8 different platforms which are strategically located within the rainforest canopy. You cannot miss this!
INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, transportation, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
WHAT TO BRING: NO OPEN TOED OR LOSE SANDALS, you risk losing them either in the water or when zip lining through the air. For cave tubing we recommend aqua or swim shoes. For zip lining we recommend comfortable walking shoes (preferably tennis or hiking shoes), sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, camera, bathing suit, towel, dry change of clothes, pocket money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%).
DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 8:00 a.m. and returns around 4:00-4:30 p.m.
BELIZE ZOO & CAVE TUBING W/ KIDS
There is a moderate amount of physical exersion required in these tours. Children need to know how to swim,
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
BELIZE ZOO & CAVE TUBING - $175.00 USD per person
This trip leaves the Ambergris Caye at 7:00 a.m. You will be transported to Belize City via water taxi or air, your choice with a price difference. You will then make your way to a private van that will take you to the Sibun Cave Branch.The
Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center: was started in 1983, as a last ditch effort to protect a home for a collection of wild animals which had been used in making documentary films about tropical forests. Shortly after the backyard "zoo" began, it was quickly realized that its Belizean visitors were unfamiliar with the different species of wildlife which shared their country. This very aspect formented the commitment to develop the little zoo into a dynamic wildlife education center.
Today, the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center is settled upon 29 acres of tropical savanna and exhibits over 125 animals, or sent to the Belize Zoo as gifts from other zoological institutions.
A visit to the zoo is the best way to get an introduction to the animals of Belize, and to understand why it is important to protect the habitats that sustain them. The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center believes that by bringing the people of Belize closer to the animals which are their natural heritage, they will fee proud of these special resources, and want to protect them for future generations.
CAVE TUBING: You will begin your journey by arriving in Belize City. There you will board a private air conditioned van, which will transport you to an unforgettable adventure into the dense Belizean rainforest jungle of the Sibun Cave Branch area. You will travel the Western Highway en route to the Cave Branch area, where you will begin your cave tubing journey. When we reach the site, we will take a short walk through the jungle that will bring us to the entrance of the cave system. Here you will climb down an embankment, get into the water and float in your tube down the river through a 2 cave system, seeing magnificent rock formations. After a brief lunch, you begin the Belize Zoo adventure portion of your day tour.
INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, transportation, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
WHAT TO BRING: NO OPEN TOED OR LOSE SANDALS, you risk losing them either in the water. For cave tubing we recommend aqua or swim shoes. For the Belize Zoo we recommend comfortable walking shoes (preferably tennis or hiking shoes), sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, camera, bathing suit, towel, dry change of clothes, pocket money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%).
DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 8:00 a.m. and returns around 4:00-4:30 p.m.
Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center: was started in 1983, as a last ditch effort to protect a home for a collection of wild animals which had been used in making documentary films about tropical forests. Shortly after the backyard "zoo" began, it was quickly realized that its Belizean visitors were unfamiliar with the different species of wildlife which shared their country. This very aspect formented the commitment to develop the little zoo into a dynamic wildlife education center.
Today, the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center is settled upon 29 acres of tropical savanna and exhibits over 125 animals, or sent to the Belize Zoo as gifts from other zoological institutions.
A visit to the zoo is the best way to get an introduction to the animals of Belize, and to understand why it is important to protect the habitats that sustain them. The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center believes that by bringing the people of Belize closer to the animals which are their natural heritage, they will fee proud of these special resources, and want to protect them for future generations.
CAVE TUBING: You will begin your journey by arriving in Belize City. There you will board a private air conditioned van, which will transport you to an unforgettable adventure into the dense Belizean rainforest jungle of the Sibun Cave Branch area. You will travel the Western Highway en route to the Cave Branch area, where you will begin your cave tubing journey. When we reach the site, we will take a short walk through the jungle that will bring us to the entrance of the cave system. Here you will climb down an embankment, get into the water and float in your tube down the river through a 2 cave system, seeing magnificent rock formations. After a brief lunch, you begin the Belize Zoo adventure portion of your day tour.
INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, park fees, all rental equipment, transportation, private van, private guide. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
WHAT TO BRING: NO OPEN TOED OR LOSE SANDALS, you risk losing them either in the water. For cave tubing we recommend aqua or swim shoes. For the Belize Zoo we recommend comfortable walking shoes (preferably tennis or hiking shoes), sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, camera, bathing suit, towel, dry change of clothes, pocket money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%).
DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 8:00 a.m. and returns around 4:00-4:30 p.m.
REEF FISHING WITH KIDS
There is a moderate amount of physical exersion required in these tours. Children need to know how to swim,
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
are wearing a life support vest & accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please keep in mind, that each child's skill level is different,
and parents are asked to take this into consideration when choosing an activity for your child.
REEF FISHING FAMILY ADVENTURE $275.00 USD per person (Half Day)
Start your day early, as this is when they are biting. Our guides will take you out to the reef where the big fish lurk.
Minimum 2 people per boat INCLUDES: Tackle, bait, water, sodas, a cooler of ice. You are welcome to bring any additional beverages and food that you would like. WHAT TO BRING: Sunscreen, wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, camera, clothing that can get wet, towel, rain jacket (depending on the time of year), money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%). DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 8:00 a.m. and returns at 12:00 p.m. (noon). |
FLAT FISHING FAMILY ADVENTURE $275.00 USD per person (Half Day)
Our guides will take you out to the flats where you can try your hand at fishing.
Minimum 2 people per boat INCLUDES: Tackle, bait, water, sodas, and a cooler of ice. You are welcome to bring any additional beverages and food that you would like. WHAT TO BRING: Sunscreen, wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, camera, clothing that can get wet, towel, rain jacket (depending on the time of year), money for tipping your guide (we recommend 15%). DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION: Leaves the dock at 8:00 a.m. and returns at 12:00 p.m. (noon). |