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Belize
Glovers Reef Atoll

Glovers Reef and Mayan Caves

Glover's Reef Atoll is considered to be one of the richest tropical marine environments in the entire Caribbean. Our private island base of over 13 acres is perched on the southern edge of the atoll with a dramatic view facing east over the main reef crest and the open Caribbean. Based from our comfortable field camp we are fully equipped to spend six and a half days sea kayaking and kayak sailing, snorkeling, diving, fishing and windsurfing. After our adventures each day we like to reward ourselves with a bounty of fresh seafood, island baking, tropical fruits. This trip combines 6 days on a private island within Glover's Reef & Atoll (now a United Nations World Heritage Site) and a day of inland discovery, highlighting cave exploration, jungle river float and optional horseback riding within the interior of Belize. (Lodge/Basecamp)
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Underwater Snorkeling

Lighthouse Reef

Lighthouse Reef, made famous by legendary underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau, has become known amongst divers as the ‘Aquarium’, renowned for its sheer abundance of marine life, crystal clear waters and thriving coral reefs. Beyond the barrier reef, past Turneffe Atoll - some fifty miles and more eastwards of the Belize mainland - a coral atoll rises from the sea. Glistening with white-sand cayes and lush green with groves of coconut palms, the lagoon provides a rare underwater habitat for snorkelers, with miles upon miles of shallow waters rich with corals. Where the lagoon drops off to the open sea; precipitous walls, undersea ridges and valleys brimming with life are the deeper realm of scuba divers. (Lodge/Basecamp)
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Sail-kayaking

Coral Jaguar Expedition

Our sea to rainforest expedition is, for many, the adventure of a lifetime. On this itinerary, we sail, paddle and snorkel our way along the wild southern Barrier Reef, camp on idyllic tropical islets and explore underwater coral reefs. We then head inland to follow a river through the world renowned Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Reserve. Paddle among dolphins, sea turtles and eagle rays; raise sails to the northeasterly trades and feel the thrill as your kayak skims over the sea with the energy of the wind. And each day on our journey, we snorkel from our kayaks, exploring remote coral reefs where few people ever get to go; marvelling at brilliantly colored tropical fish and fantastic looking marine creatures. At times, we float quietly over sea grass beds with eyes peeled for the queen conch or swim along a reef wall and peer into holes and coral creases searching for spiny lobster. If we are lucky, there will be plenty of fresh lobster and conch for a seafood feast. At camp, after a delicious dinner, we listen as our Garifuna and Creole guides weave a tapestry of stories from their native Belize. (Expedition style)
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snorkeling

Coral Islands

Our classic sea kayak and snorkeling adventure along the southern Barrier Reef of Belize. We have also added a day of inland discovery, where we descend into Actun Tunichil Muknal - the Cave of the Stone Sepulcher (burial vault). The seven day Coral Islands multi-sport trip is the perfect combination of vacation and adventure in the tropics. As we paddle and sail from caye to caye, traveling over 20 miles along the southern Barrier Reef of Belize, the itinerary will stimulate the active person yet still leave us ample time to relax and enjoy island life. Try world class snorkeling,camp on postcard-perfect tropical cayes and explore secluded mangrove islands, or kick back in a hammock while guides prepare delicious meals. This trip is unmatched for value and adventure! (Expedition style)
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rainforest kayaking

Ultimate Adventure

An extraordinary journey through Belize packed with adventure and excitement; you'll sea kayak, snorkel, dive, windsurf, hike through the rainforest, explore Mayan ruins and ceremonial caves and descend an incomparable tropical river through canyons and lush rainforest. On each stage of the trip, you're teamed with the best guides in Belize - individuals whose knowledge and experience enable you to see and do what you never thought possible. Although no previous experience or special skills are needed to participate in the Ultimate Adventure, you should be in good enough physical condition to paddle up to 10 miles a day or hike with a light pack for three or four hours.
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reef snorkeling

Paradise Island

If you're looking for the adventure and excitement of a sea kayak journey with the comforts of a lodge, our Paradise Islands Journey is a great choice. This trip is for the sea, sun and snorkeling enthusiast looking for an active and adventurous trip. We'll travel with top-of-the-line expedition sea kayaks, paddling between small cayes in the newly formed Southwater Caye Marine Park. Each day we'll kayak and snorkel (scuba divers can also dive at select locations on our route), explore uninhabited islands, pristine coral reefs, rich fishing grounds and labyrinth like mangrove channels. Imagine a day of amazing adventures and then checking into your lodge by kayak, as we land on one of the little-known cayes that dot the southern barrier reef. While your guides and our Belizean hosts are preparing a delicious dinner, you can check into your comfortable seaside room and with a cold drink in hand enjoy the friendliness and warmth that are the hallmark of these small, yet-to-be-discovered lodges. Each trip begins with a thorough introduction to sea kayaking and snorkeling, so no previous kayak experience is required.
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Panama
Bocas Del Toro

Panama Island Exploration

This package features the best islands in the two oceans. Spend the day on Toboga Island on the Pacific side, where you can hike to the island's lookout and former US bunker, explore the small town, or simply relax on the beach. Then fly to the Kuna Kingdom of San Blas, where you will stay in a rustic lodge and learn about the Kunas' ancient and fascinating culture. This trip also includes Bocas del Toro in the Caribbean, where you can snorkel reefs teeming with fish or stroll through the unique, Afro-Panamanian town, one of Panama's top tourist destinations.
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Kuna Canoes

San Blas Islands

This short 3 day/2 night trip visits the Kuna Kingdom of San Blas. Stay at a Kuna run Eco-lodge and enjoy the perfect beach retreat. The Kuna Kingdom is a world apart from our modern stress ridden lifestyle. If you want to get away from it all and just go swimming, snorkeling, beach combing and visiting with the friendly Kuna people, while enjoying fresh seafood in the laid back Caribbean ambiance, the San Blas islands are for you. Conditions in the islands are rustic - don't expect luxury resorts here.
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Diving

Bocas del Toro Get-Away

In the north of the country close to Amistad National Park lies the archipelago of Bocas del Toro, with rainforest covered tropical islands, beaches and reefs to explore. Today, the nine islands and 251 cayes that form the archipelago are a haven for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The crystal clear waters and the absence of currents and dangerous fish provide the perfect setting for a wonderful vacation.
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Isla Grande

Caribbean Escapade

A honeymoon package for couples who enjoy the ocean. This package features tours of Panama City and Portobelo, and then 4 nights on Isla Grande for snorkeling, hiking, ocean kayaking diving or sailing expeditions. Explore the beautiful beaches and reefs around the island and enjoy the tropical sun and sea.
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San Blas

Tropical Island Escape

This island package combines a visit to both, the San Blas islands of the Kuna Kingdom, where you will enjoy the peaceful ambiance, far away from the stress of modern life, and the Bocas del Toro archipelago with its distinct Afro-Caribbean atmosphere. Islands, beaches and reefs galore - snorkel and swim to your heart's content. Or simply relax by the beach and enjoy the laid back island lifestyle.
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Isla Grande Underwater Worlds

Portobelo - Isla Grande

A short escape to Isla Grande where you can hike the islands coastal trail or play in the waters of the Caribbean. Isla Grande is a classic beach escape, popular with Panamanian city dwellers. There are good snorkeling and diving opportunities around the island and some mangroves that make for great marine habitat exploration. Sea kayaking is another possibility.
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San Blas Islands

Island Exploration

This package features the best islands in the two oceans. Spend the day on the Pacific side, where you can explore the small town and beach, or simply relax overlooking the ocean. Then fly to the Kuna Kingdom of San Blas, where you will stay in a rustic lodge and learn about the Kunas' ancient and fascinating culture. This trip also includes Bocas del Toro in the Caribbean, where you can snorkel reefs teeming with fish or stroll through the unique, Afro-Panamanian town, one of Panama's top tourist destinations.
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Costa Rica
Snorkeling at Caño Island

Osa Peninsula - Caño Island

A trip to this snorkeling paradise is included with our standard package to Corcovado National Park, which we offer with Aguila de Osa Inn and Marenco Beach and Rainforest Lodge in Drake Bay. This area is incredibly rich in wildlife and offers many opportunities for adventure. Both lodges offer various activities in the area, including snorkeling and diving trips.
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