Guatemala to Belize

10 Days | Sun, fun, creatures and culture in Guatemala and Belize.

4.9 out of 5 based on 75 reviews submitted.
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Wander the cobblestone streets of Antigua, admire ancient Mayan ruins and unwind on the laidback island of Caye Caulker on this 10-day adventure from Guatemala to Belize. This trip spans two captivating countries, with different languages, distinct cultures and varied landscapes – each with the capacity to inspire awe in those who visit. From volcano-studded highlands to the chilled-out charm of the Caribbean coast, this tour delivers a hearty dose of history and culture, plenty of epic scenery and some well-deserved downtime.

Trip overview

Map of Guatemala To Belize including Belize and Guatemala
Start
Antigua, Guatemala
Finish
Caye Caulker, Belize
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Guatemala, Belize
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 16
Trip code
QVSB
This trip generates 21 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Gaze in wonder at the jungle-shrouded limestone temples of Tikal, one of the most impressive Mayan sites in the whole of Central America, as howler monkeys call from the canopy.
  • Relax and recharge on the white sands of Caye Caulker, a tiny Belizean island made for beach BBQs, snorkel trips and lazy afternoons spent swinging in a hammock.
  • Explore Livingston: a one-of-a-kind riverside town where the local culture is heavily influenced by the Afro-Caribbean Garifuna population.
  • Walk along cobblestone streets and shop for local handicrafts in the tiny inland island town of Flores.
  • Dig deeper into Mayan history – visiting lesser-known ruins and a mystical Mayan cave complex – around San Ignacio, a vibrant market town near the Belize-Guatemala border.

Is this trip right for you?
  • The tropical climate of Central America means conditions can be really hot and humid. Always carry plenty of water with you and stay hydrated, especially on walking tours.
  • As this trip covers destinations across two countries, you'll need to make a border crossing. While this is usually straightforward, please prepare to be patient.
  • While your leaders on this trip will bridge any language gaps you have along the way, you'll find meeting locals easier the more Spanish words you know. Attempting to communicate in Spanish is a great way of showing you care.
  • This trip involves some long days of travel, some of it by local transport. This may be a little more rustic than you are used to, but it's worth it to encounter local life in a real way.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Map of Guatemala To Belize including Belize and Guatemala

Inclusions

Meals

5 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Transport

Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi, Ferry, Shared boat

Accommodation

Hotel (7 nights), Lodge (2 nights)

Activities
  • Antigua - Informal Spanish Lesson
  • Antigua - Leader-led Orientation Walk
  • Livingston - River boat trip to Garifuna town
  • Flores - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Santa Ana Vieja - Cooperativa Nuevo Horizonte visit
  • Flores - Tortilla Making Workshop
  • Tikal National Park - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
Add on activities
  • Antigua - Salsa-dance Lesson (per hour) - GTQ105
  • Antigua - Chocolate-making workshop at ChocoMuseo - GTQ236
  • San Ignacio - Cave tubing (incl. entrance, guide & transport) - BZD200
  • San Ignacio - Iguana Conservation Project (entrance fee) - BZD24
  • San Ignacio - Xunantunich Ruins entry - BZD11
  • San Ignacio - Cahal Pech Ruins entry - BZD10
  • San Ignacio - Actun Tunichil Muknal Caves (Incl. entry, guide, transport & lunch) - BZD263
  • Caye Caulker - Sunset Sailing - BZD126
  • Caye Caulker - Stand-up paddleboard hire (per hour) - BZD44
  • Caye Caulker - Bicycle Rental (per day) - USD8
  • Caye Caulker - Full day Catamaran snorkeling tour in Hol Chan Marine Reserve-(gear, guide and transport included) - BZD242
  • Caye Caulker - Full day speed boat-(gear, guide and transport included) - BZD242

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Important notes

1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1. There are no activities planned for the final day so you may depart at any time.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

3. Please be careful when booking flights to Antigua; make sure you fly into Guatemala City Airport [GUA]. Guatemala City Airport is the closest airport to Antigua. Please do not book flights to Antigua & Barbuda Airport [ANU] as this is an island in the Caribbean.

4. On your final day, you’ve got the power to choose where your adventure takes you. If you like, you can stay in Caye Caulker for another couple of nights relaxing beachside – we’ll be happy to organise additional accommodation (subject to availability). Otherwise, jump on an included water taxi transfer from the Caye Caulker ferry port back to Belize City where you can also book additional nights’ accommodation, or where your leader can assist you to catch a taxi from the port to the airport for an onward connection. You will need to make your own way from your hotel in Caye Caulker to the ferry port. To allow for transfer times, please book a flight after 12 pm (midday).

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 75 reviews submitted.
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Jeanette · Traveled September 2024
The snorkling in Caye Caulker and A.T.M. Caves were phenomenal. This trip was packed with cool adventures.
Review submitted 21 Sep 2024

Alison · Traveled June 2024
A great trip to Guatemala for 5 nights, with the highlights being Antigua, Rio Dulce (definitely worth getting up early for the kayak tour) and Tikkal. Our tour leader Manuel was great. Sadly, our Belize trip was impacted by a hurricane which was nearby, which meant the remaining four nights in San Ignazio, with not many options, and we did not get to Caye Caulker ... beware booking in the hurricane season!
Review submitted 10 Jul 2024

Lindsay · Traveled May 2024
Loved having Sergio as a group leader! Very knowledgeable and sweet. The trip was well organized. Hiking/swimming the ATM Cave was amazing and worth the additional cost. Thankfully all the hotels had air conditioning (it was during a heat wave), and several had pools. I will book with Intrepid again in the future.
Review submitted 06 Jun 2024

Lisa · Traveled April 2024
This was a wonderful way of seeing the best of Guatemala & Belize. I didn’t have any expectations before my trip but it blew them all away, our leader Isaias was always so helpful & patient & gave us lots of knowledge on 2 beautiful counties where we had some incredible experiences.
Review submitted 21 Apr 2024

Jane · Traveled April 2024
Guatemala & Belize were amazing countries to travel through - lovely people, very hot, tasty food, good accommodation, great balance of included & additional activities. Our group was one of the nicest I've experienced, and the tour leader (Isaias) was one of the best ever. If you do the ATM Caves, wear 2 pairs of socks!
Review submitted 23 Apr 2024
Guatemala to Belize
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