Journeys: Explore Belize

This eight-night small-group tour with G Adventures presents a thoughtful route through Belize, beginning in the jungle town of San Ignacio. Here, the day is split between visits to the Lamanai and Xunantunich Mayan ruins — places where the stones speak quietly of an ancient civilization amid the greenery. The itinerary includes a visit to a women’s cooperative in San Antonio; an opportunity to learn tortilla-making alongside local women offers a genuine look at continuing traditions.

The journey culminates on the island of Caye Caulker, positioned on the Belize Barrier Reef. The island’s pace is notably different — a place where bicycle rides support local projects and farewell dinners happen with the sound of waves nearby. The tour includes transport between sites and guided excursions, with a National Geographic Expedition Leader alongside local guides. This isn’t a holiday of relentless activity; it appreciates moments to simply be in places shaped by history, culture and nature.