Part 1: The InteriorSpend 2-nights at Ballum Na (House of the Jaguar), explore the surrounding jungle on foot or mountain bike with our Maya guides. Journey into the foothills of the Maya Mountains; visit traditional Mayan Villages along the way and several nearby archaeological sites. Take a caving expedition into Blue Creek Cave and swim at its cool mouth of crystal clear waters. In the morning on day three visit the Boden Creek Wildlife & Reintroduction Center where two primate and several bird species are part of a rescue, rehabilitate and reintroduction program run by the preserve. Take an early morning nature walk or bike ride on the many trails in the area with out expert Guides, watch for the many monkey, bird and elusive mammal species of the forest.  |
Part 2: The JungleDepart from Ballum Na, spending your next 2- nights at Jungle Camp. In the afternoon, after visiting Ni Li Punit ruins, take the short ride to Fig Tree Landing on the Golden Stream. Our Mayan guides will take you on part two of your expedition, the journey down river. Choose from 4 seat/plus guide, Adirondack Guide Canoes, or double and single kayaks. The expedition takes between 2 to 2 1/2 hour down river over several small falls and deep into this pristine jungle habitat. Arrive at Jungle Camp as the sunsets and the day turns to night, and hear the jungle come alive with night sounds. Expeditions from Jungle Camp include kayaking and canoeing on Golden Stream; jungle hikes on local trails, and our canopy tree platform, suspended 100’ above the forest floor in the giant arms of a magnificent ceiba tree. In the early morning and late afternoon take an electric pontoon boat safari with our expert naturalist guides. Search for howler monkeys in the canopy, watch for tapir and wild pig on the riverbank. After dinner take a 1-hour night walk into the jungle and across an oxbow in the river to Poncho’s Landing on Golden Stream. There our electric pontoon safari boat awaits you for a spotlight river cruise back to Jungle Camp. Watch for the many nocturnal mammals, out and about, and roosting birds, keep a sharp lookout for giant fishing bats. Private canoe adventures and nature walks are all part of the program. Go out anytime on the river or local trails with your guide in groups of two or less, great for wildlife watching and photography. All canoes are flat bottom with electric trolling motors and are virtually silent. |
Part 3: The CaysFrom Jungle Camp depart in the early or late morning in our special riverboat for the 2-hour voyage to Rosewood Landing, which is about one mile from the coast. The expedition from JC affords great opportunities to see primates and birds, and passes through several distinct eco-zones. Transfer to our 50’ or 29’ ex US Navy Marine Launch for the 30-minute ride to Moho Cay. Spend the next 3-nights on our private island, Moho Cay. From Moho Cay Lodge enjoy half- and full-day snorkeling, swimming, and sea kayaking adventures within the Port Honduras Marine Reserve. Explore Payne's Creek National Park, Ycacos Lagoon, Wild Cane Cay, the Seven Hills, and Middle River. Half-day expeditions to the Snake Cays (about 15-minutes away) offer great snorkeling and swimming possibilities. Full-day expeditions to the Sapodilla Cays Marine Reserve, at the southern tip of the Great Belize Barrier Reef, include some of the best snorkeling in the world. Or just lounge on the beach, your feet washed by the Caribbean enjoying your own private paradise and do nothing for a while.  |