Belize Vacation Packages
Belize with Martsam
Private Belize Tours, Planned Around You
Belize vacation packages bring rainforest, ancient Maya cities, Caribbean islands and the barrier reef into one journey. A comfortable route depends on how much time you have and where you want to slow down.
Martsam designs vacation packages for Belize around your dates, interests and the people traveling. These are not fixed airfare-and-hotel bundles. Your guide, transportation and daily plans remain private, while our Belize team coordinates the journey from the interior to the coast.
Operating since 1994 · offices in Antigua Guatemala, San Ignacio in Belize, and Mérida in Yucatán, Mexico · bilingual local team · private journeys
Belize Planning at a Glance
- Choose the Maya interior and rainforest, the reef and islands, or combine both.
- A six-day trip suits one part of Belize. Nine to ten days allow both at a comfortable pace.
- Allow about 13 days when combining Belize with Guatemala.
- Every journey is private and arranged around your group, without fixed departures.
- December through April generally brings the driest weather and calmest reef conditions.
- Pricing reflects your dates, route, group size and travel level. Each inclusion is confirmed in your personal proposal.
What Is Included in a Private Belize Vacation Package?
Because Martsam builds private vacation packages in Belize around each group, inclusions vary by route, dates and travel level. Your itinerary may include:
- Private airport, hotel and regional transfers
- Local guides selected for your route and interests
- Hotels, jungle lodges and coastal stays suited to your travel level
- Entrance fees, permits and guided activities
- Private reef and snorkeling days when included in the itinerary
- Internal flights or water transfers when they improve the route
- Meals specifically identified in your proposal
- Planning assistance and support from our local team
Your written proposal confirms every inclusion before you travel. It also identifies any meals, flights, activities or personal expenses that remain separate, so you can understand the complete arrangement before confirming the journey.
Private Belize Vacation Packages: Sample Journeys
These sample journeys show how Belize’s main regions can work together. Each itinerary is private and can be adjusted for your dates, interests, pace and preferred travel level.
Belize Maya Sites and Tikal
6 Days, 5 Nights
Route: Cayo · Xunantunich · Caracol · ATM Cave · Tikal · Lamanai
A compact, archaeology-focused journey through important Maya sites in Belize, with a day at Tikal in Guatemala. This route suits travelers who prefer active days and want to concentrate on the interior.
Belize Family Adventure: Cayo and Hopkins
9 Days, 8 Nights
Route: Cayo · Xunantunich · Cultural and culinary experiences · Cave adventure · Hopkins · Monkey River
A private family journey combining archaeology, outdoor activities, local food, wildlife and time on the Caribbean coast. Activities and daily pacing can be adjusted around the children and adults traveling.
Belize Adventure: Cayo and Placencia
9 Days, 8 Nights
Route: ATM Cave · Caracol · Jungle ATV experience · Placencia
An active inland journey followed by several days in Placencia. This itinerary suits travelers who want caves, Maya archaeology and jungle activities before slowing down beside the Caribbean.
Belize Highlights: Cayo to Ambergris Caye
9 Days, 8 Nights
Route: Caracol · Barton Creek · Xunantunich · Hopkins · Lamanai · San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
A wide-ranging introduction to Belize, connecting Maya sites, caves, the Caribbean coast and Ambergris Caye. This route covers several regions and works best for travelers comfortable with a fuller schedule.
Belize, Tikal and Ambergris Caye
10 Days, 9 Nights
Route: Cayo · Xunantunich · ATM Cave · Yaxha · Tikal · San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
A private Belize and Guatemala journey combining the Cayo District with Yaxha and Tikal before continuing to Ambergris Caye. It suits travelers who want archaeology, rainforest and island time in one route.
Guatemala and Belize: Highlands to Reef
13 Days, 12 Nights
Route: Antigua Guatemala · Chichicastenango · Lake Atitlán · Tikal · Yaxha · Cayo · San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
A two-country journey linking Guatemala’s highlands and Maya heritage with Belize’s rainforest and Caribbean coast. Thirteen days provide enough time for the route without reducing each destination to a brief stop
From the Maya Interior to the Belize Barrier Reef
Belize brings rainforest, ancient Maya cities and the Caribbean coast into one journey. Inland, the route can pass through Cayo’s forests and archaeological sites. On the coast, it can continue to the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
How much time each region receives depends on your interests, available days and preferred pace.
Adventures on the reef and in the jungle
The Belize Barrier Reef offers snorkeling and diving from private boats.
Hol Chan and nearby reef areas suit many snorkelers, while diving plans depend on certification and experience.
Inland, the possibilities include guided cave rivers, kayaking, waterfalls, and wildlife reserves such as Cockscomb Basin.
Jaguar sightings are never guaranteed, but the protected forest supports remarkable wildlife.
Activities remain flexible. If sea or weather conditions change, our local team discusses the safest and most worthwhile alternative.
Belize's Maya world: ancient cities and living culture
Xunantunich fits comfortably into most stays in the Cayo District. Caracol requires a longer journey through the forest, while Lamanai follows a separate northern route that often includes a boat trip.
A guide helps you understand how each city developed within its landscape and why the sites should not be treated as interchangeable stops.
Belize’s Maya and Garifuna cultures are also part of the country today. Your itinerary may include a market, cooking experience, family-run workshop or time with community guides when available.
Jungle lodges and island stays for couples
A couple’s journey can begin at a secluded lodge in the Cayo District, with private guiding at Caracol, Xunantunich or nearby reserves.
The coast can then provide a completely different finish. Ambergris Caye offers convenient reef access and a more active island setting. Placencia, Hopkins and smaller cayes provide quieter alternatives.
We recommend the combination that fits your dates, preferred atmosphere and hotel style. The decision includes the complete route—not only the individual properties—so transfers remain comfortable and each stay receives enough time.
Choosing the Right Comfort Level for Your Belize Vacation
A Belize vacation feels different when the route leaves enough time to enjoy each place. A journey of about ten days can begin at a secluded Cayo lodge and finish beside the Caribbean.
Comfort comes from the complete arrangement: suitable hotels, private transfers, well-matched guides and time to rest between activities.
Martsam offers Standard, Comfort and Luxury travel levels. One journey can also combine levels, such as a forest lodge followed by a more refined island stay.
- Culture
- Nature
- Adventure
Belize Family Vacations
Belize works well for families when the itinerary reflects the children’s ages, swimming ability and energy. We also consider grandparents, mobility needs and the interests of the complete group.
Private guides can adjust their explanations and the pace of each day. Reef outings, wildlife experiences, caves and cultural activities are selected for the people actually traveling.
Shorter transfers and well-placed rest time help families enjoy Belize without turning every day into a full schedule.
Belize and Guatemala in One Private Journey
Belize and Guatemala combine comfortably when the itinerary has about 13 days. A classic route begins with Antigua, Lake Atitlán and Tikal before continuing into Belize.
The Belize portion can include the Cayo District, a jungle lodge and a coastal or island stay. Private transportation and local support simplify the border crossing and connections between regions.
With fewer days, concentrating on one country usually produces a more satisfying trip.
Best Time to Visit Belize
December through April generally brings the driest weather and the most reliable conditions for reef activities. These months are also among the most popular, so hotels should be planned early.
April and May are hotter, while May begins the transition toward wetter conditions. From June through November, rain and storm disruption become more likely, although many travel days remain usable.
Sea conditions can change in any season. Our Belize team reviews the route and explains what your dates may mean for the reef, interior and islands.
Frequently asked questions about Belize vacation packages
Are Martsam Belize vacation packages private?
Yes. Martsam journeys are private and tailor-made rather than fixed group departures. The guide, transportation, activities and daily pace are arranged around the people traveling.
What is included in a Belize vacation package?
Inclusions depend on the itinerary. Your proposal may include hotels, private transportation, guides, entrance fees, reef excursions, internal flights, water transfers and selected meals. Everything included or excluded is confirmed in writing.
Are Belize vacation packages all-inclusive?
Some Belize resorts and lodges offer all-inclusive stays, but Martsam’s packages are private, tailor-made journeys rather than fixed resort bundles. Your proposal identifies the hotels, transfers, guides, activities, selected meals and internal connections included. International airfare and personal expenses remain separate unless the proposal states otherwise.
How many days do you need in Belize?
A six-day trip works well for either the interior or the coast. Nine to ten days allow time for both. Plan about 13 days when combining Belize with Guatemala.
How much does a private Belize vacation cost?
The cost depends on your dates, route, hotels, group size, guided days and selected travel level. Once we understand these details, we prepare a personal proposal with clearly stated inclusions.
Is Belize safe to visit?
No destination is free from risk. Official travel guidance identifies crime concerns, with particular warnings for parts of Belize City. Martsam plans private transportation, selected routes, suitable hotels and local support, but these arrangements cannot remove every risk.
Before traveling, review the latest advice from the U.S. Department of State or the relevant authority in your country.
Which part of Belize should I include?
Choose the Cayo District for rainforest, caves and ancient Maya cities. Ambergris Caye offers convenient reef access and a more active island setting. Placencia and Hopkins suit travelers looking for a quieter southern-coast stay.
Many itineraries combine the interior with one coastal region.
Is Belize worth visiting?
Belize is particularly rewarding for travelers who want rainforest, Maya archaeology, wildlife and the barrier reef within one journey. It may be less suitable for someone whose priority is a large-city experience or a conventional resort-only vacation.
Can Belize be combined with Guatemala or Mexico?
Yes. Guatemala combines naturally with Belize through Tikal and the Maya lowlands. Mexico’s Yucatán can also connect with northern Belize. These routes work best when the itinerary allows enough time for border formalities and regional transfers.
Start Planning Your Private Belize Vacation Package
Tell us who is traveling, your preferred dates and how many days you have. You can also share the places or experiences already important to you.
You do not need to choose the complete route before contacting us. Our team will review what you share, discuss any remaining questions and prepare a private itinerary with a personal quote.
You can contact us through the form below, email info@martsam.com, or call our U.S. or Guatemala office.
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