Belize Immersion - Jungle and Beach - Matachica/Gaia 9 days / 8 nights
Overview
Discover the ultimate blend of adventure and relaxation with at the Reef + Rainforest. Start at GAÏA Riverlodge, where you’ll immerse yourself in the Belizean jungle, explore Mayan ruins, canoe through Barton Creek Cave, and zip-line through lush forests.
Afterward, unwind at Matachica Resort, & Spa where you’ll enjoy the stunning barrier reef and tranquil beachfront views. Explore the vibrant marine life, and indulge in a rejuvenating massage.
The best of both worlds—experience the highlights of Belize.
Format
Trip Highlights
Destinations that include planned activities and/or overnight stays.
- Belize
- Belize City
- San Pedro
Inclusions
- 8 nights hotel accommodation (from Montreal)
- Domestic flights where indicated
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers
- Transportation between locations
- Cave Tubing
- Guided tour of Maya Caracol and Rio Frio Cave
- Guided tour to Barton Creek canoeing and Ziplining
- Admission to Green Hill Butterfly Farm
- Snorkeling at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley marine Reserves
- 1 hour aromatherapy massage per guest
- 20 meals: Breakfast (8), Lunch (6) Dinner (6), Welcome Cocktail (2)
Itinerary
Day 1
Montreal to Belize City
Arrive at the Belize City Airport, where you’ll be transferred to your hotel for your overnight accommodation.
Get a restful night's sleep to prepare for tomorrow’s adventures.
Hotel: Fort George
Day 2
Cayo District
After breakfast you will experience a guide day tour of the Maya site of Caracol with stops at Rio Frio Cabe and the Rio pool.
Accommodation: Gaia Riverlodge
Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3
Cayo District
Today is yours to discover the beautiful Gaia Hotel and all it has to offer.
Following breakfast you can relax and sit at the beach, tour the vegetable garden or stroll the property.
Accommodation: Gaia Riverlodge
Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4
– Cayo District to San Pedro
Following breakfast, meet your driver for your transfer to the airport where to board your flight over to San Pedro.
On arrival in San Pedro, you will be met and transferred to Matachica Resort, where you will spend the rest of your day enjoying the beautiful beach.
Accommodation: Matachica Resort & Spa
Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
San Pedro
Following breakfast, today you will embark on a snorkel excursion to Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley Marine Reserves.
The day is yours to explore!
Accommodation: Matachica Resort & Spa
Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Placencia – San Pedro
Following breakfast, don’t forget to schedule your massage at Jade Spa.
Unwind and indulge in a unique Belizean wellness experience.
Accommodation: Matachica Resort & Spa
Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
San Pedro
Today is your last day on island. After breakfast visit the downtown area filled with shops and local art,
Accommodation: Matachica Resort & Spa
Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Departure
Following breakfast, you will be met by your chauffeur for your transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Belize City Airport for your to board your departure flight back to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Departure
Following breakfast, you will be met by your chauffeur for your transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Belize City Airport for your to board your departure flight back to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
3 1/2 Star and 4 Star Accommodations
Location
Hotel
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 king size bed
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 persons
None of the accommodations or resorts (except Fort George) have phones and televisions in the rooms. This allows you to enjoy a more peaceful, relaxing, and screen-free experience.
Ideal for
Guided tours
Let us show you around. Tour packages include (varies by tour):
- Round-trip flight with Air Canada
- Private airport transfers
- Hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Train transportation
- Motorcoach transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel luggage service
- Experienced guide throughout
- Aeroplan® points
Earn more with Aeroplan
In addition to accumulating points on the flight portion of your trip, you’ll earn up to 4,000 extra Aeroplan points on select tour packages.
- Members ages 2 to 12 will receive extra points equivalent to 50% of the points granted to members ages 13 and up.
- Travel completion by December 31, 2026.
Important Information
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- Montreal weekly departures from December 2026 – April 2027
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Not included:
- Visa requirements
- Hotel Porterage fees
- Personal expenses
- Medical/travel insurance
- Additional excursions/off-site excursions
- Gratuities
- Costs incurred by flight delays
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- International and domestic flights
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers
- Transportation between locations
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This tour is only applicable/suitable for adult guests 18 years old or older.
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- Excursions, optional tours, activities and other experiences booked through Air Canada Vacations as optional services are non-refundable and non-transferable once confirmed. Changes, cancellations or failure to participate will not qualify for a refund or credit.
- None of the accommodations or resorts (except Fort George) have phones and televisions in the rooms. This allows you to enjoy a more peaceful, relaxing, and screen-free experience.