Belize to Tikal: Reefs, Rivers, and Ruins of The Maya World
Embark on a unique land-and-sea expedition to discover the marine wonders of Belize and the Maya ruins of Guatemala. Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and stand-up paddleboard along the shores of white-sand islands, and snorkel amid hundreds of species of fish and corals on the Belize Barrier Reef—the Northern Hemisphere's largest reef system—with the National Geographic Quest as your base for exploration. Then venture ashore to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Tikal to encounter thousands of ancient temples and shrines, as well as the little-visited Yaxha, situated on a ridge with a beautiful lake view.
Highlights
Venture into the jungles of Guatemala with local experts to discover the spectacular temples and pyramids of both Tikal and Yaxhá
Spot rainbow-colored fish, turtles, and rays while snorkeling or diving the corals of the Belize Barrier Reef, one of the largest barrier reef systems in the world
Explore Belize’s coastal rivers by Zodiac in search of toucans, green iguanas, and other wildlife
See dazzling birdlife and monkeys amid a towering forest in the Maya Biosphere Reserve—twice the size of Yellowstone National Park, it is home to over 400 bird species
From
$6,741
/ per person
Does not include flights
ROUND-TRIP AIR INCLUDED UP TO $1,200 AND COMPLIMENTARY PRE-VOYAGE HOTEL STAY
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From
$6,741
/ per person
View our brochure for more details
From
$6,741
/ per person
ROUND-TRIP AIR INCLUDED UP TO $1,200 AND COMPLIMENTARY PRE-VOYAGE HOTEL STAY
View our brochure for more details
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National Geographic Quest
Guests
100
Cabins
50
National Geographic Quest: Designed for Adventure
Built in 2017, National Geographic Quest is ideal for the fast-moving channels and shallow coves of the Pan-American waters. Her design and engineering were informed by our nearly 40 years of experience in the narrow straits of Alaska, the coast of Costa Rica, and into the gray whale nursery lagoons of Baja.
Examples of features unique to Lindblad Expeditions include twin boarding platforms that enable our team to load two Zodiacs at once, so our guests can get off the ship quickly to take advantage of wildlife sightings and maximize exploring time. She also features a shallow draft, allowing her Captain to navigate the inner reaches and provide more intimate experiences.
Modern, clean-lined, with large expanses of glass to take in the extraordinary views, National Geographic Quest enables guests to see, do, and experience the best of her geographies.
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Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.
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