Set sail on an extraordinary 9-day adventure aboard SH Vega, discovering the cultural and natural treasures of Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala. In Belize City, explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Lamanai and the unique jaguar sanctuary at Cockscomb Basin. Discover the natural beauty of Guanaja Island with its lush rainforests and vibrant coral reefs. Roatán Island offers the chance to snorkel the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef and visit animal sanctuaries like Daniel Johnson’s Monkey and Sloth Hangout. In Guatemala, explore the ruins of Quirigua, the Garífuna culture in Livingston, and the historic Castillo de San Felipe. Enjoy the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef in Placencia and end your journey at Half Moon Caye, home to the Blue Hole and red-footed boobies.
Highlights
Visit Belize’s jaguar sanctuary at Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore red-footed booby sanctuary on Half Moon Caye’s protected island
Explore Quirigua’s Mayan ruins with the tallest stelae ever carved
Snorkel the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef surrounding Roatán Island
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Belize offers a captivating blend of ancient civilizations, rainforest trails, and wild landscapes. Pristine cayes dot the 200-mile coast, luring you to Caribbean bliss, while the secrets of the ancient Maya are revealed at Lamanai, showcasing their architectural genius. Nearby, in the Maya Mountains, is the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, the world's only jaguar sanctuary, also home to pumas, deer, howler monkeys, and tapirs.
Included Excursion
Altun Ha Maya Ruins
Enjoy a driving sightseeing tour of Belize City
Explore the Altun Ha Mayan site, where the 9 1/2 pound Jade head of the Sun God Kinich Ahau was discovered
Guanaja, the most mountainous island in Honduras' Bay Islands, captivates with its natural beauty. Lush rainforests meet vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. The coastline of this 25-km-long island has pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters offering snorkeling and deep-sea fishing. Hiking trails cross the verdant interior with tropical birds such as endangered yellow-naped parrots and the Bay Island's only waterfall.
Teeming with marine life, Roatán, Honduras' largest Bay Island, is surrounded by the world's second-largest coral reef, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. The Garífuna, descendants of African and Indigenous peoples, have a vibrant culture here. Lush rainforests offer opportunities for adventure, while animal sanctuaries in French Cay like Daniel Johnson's Monkey and Sloth Hangout and Arch’s Iguana and Marine Park home provide unique encounters.
Guatemala's Santo Tomás, a former Belgian port, hints at its former past. The region offers a wealth of cultural experiences. The Mayan heartland of Quirigua, a UNESCO-listed site, is best known for the tallest stelae ever carved. Nearby, Livingston is home to the Garífuna people with African and indigenous Guatemalan heritage who preserve traditions and music, while 16th-century Castillo de San Felipe guards Lake Izabal, a historic trade route.
Included Excursion
Quirigua Archeological Explorer
Discover the awe-inspiring 12 huge carved stelae and zoomorph structures, including the tallest stela in the Maya World
Witness the renowned sandstone stelae and sculpted rocks of animal forms, revered by the Maya, showcasing their incredible artistry and cultural significance
Placencia, a beach resort town on the southern tip of Belize's Placencia Peninsula, blends relaxation with adventure. Just offshore, the world-renowned Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with an incredible coral ecosystem. Inland, the Placencia Lagoon provides a habitat for manatees and saltwater crocodiles. North, the Garífuna community of Seine Bight celebrates its traditional heritage through drumming and dance.
Half Moon Caye, a crescent island in Belize's Lighthouse Reef, is Central America's first marine reserve. It features one of the few remaining old-growth littoral forests and shelters 4,000 red-footed boobies, known for their bright red feet and courtship rituals. The Half Moon Caye Natural Monument preserves vital ecosystems underwater. A pristine coral reef wall drops over 900 m (3,000 ft), while the Blue Hole is one of Belize's top dive sites.
Day 9: Belize City | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Belize offers a captivating blend of ancient civilizations, rainforest trails, and wild landscapes. Pristine cayes dot the 200-mile coast, luring you to Caribbean bliss, while the secrets of the ancient Maya are revealed at Lamanai, showcasing their architectural genius. Nearby, in the Maya Mountains, is the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, the world's only jaguar sanctuary, also home to pumas, deer, howler monkeys, and tapirs.
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$4,3802-3 travelers
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions.
Oceanview D4
19 m2, Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
Oceanview M4
19 m2, Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
Balcony D5
28 m2, Located at the forward and aft of the ship, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedrooms with a living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony
Balcony M5
28 m2, Located at the center of the ship, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedrooms with a living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony
Balcony D6
28 m2, Located on deck six, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedroom with living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony
Suite
44 m2, Our Suites features a super king bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom, and a 12 sq.m. private balcony.
Premium Suite
49 m2, Our grandest suites feature a super king bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom, a spacious walk-in wardrobe, and a 12 sq.m private balcony.
Initial deposit is 20% (30% for Suite bookings), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
8 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Wifi
Self-service laundry
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programs by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Onboard gratuities & port taxes
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions.
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
24-hour room service
Excluded
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
We recommend every traveler to take out a travel cancellation insurance, travel interruption insurance and a travel health insurance policy with an assumption of the return transport costs of repatriation
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