Although one of the most challenging Belize Maya Site to reach, the trip to Caracol, Spanish for “Snail”, is also one of the most scenic drives. This early morning departure takes you past Maya Villages, through pristine mountain pine forest, and deep into the tropical, secondary rainforest of the Maya Mountains.
You may be able to take a glimpse of tapirs, jaguars, or ocelots, as they break their forest cover to cross the road. The sprawling site contains huge Ceiba, Mahogany, and Sapodilla trees and is superb for birding.
Although it was discovered in 1938, major excavation efforts, at Caracol, only began in early 1985. Archaeologists now believe it to be a larger site than Tikal. There are more than 36,000 structures spread across 55 square miles. The largest pyramid, “Sky Palace,” rises 141 feet and is the tallest human-made structure in Belize. More than 250 burials have been discovered, including two belonging to a king and his royal family.
A stele (inscription in stone) records Caracol’s victory, in a war, with Tikal in 562 AD and a victory over Naranjo in 631AD!.
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CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS
Suppose it becomes necessary for you to cancel your trip. In that case, fees will apply computed as of the date of receipt of the written cancellation notice.
Cancellation by traveler
The cancellation of a trip's participation is necessary to make it in writing, which will come into effect at the time of receipt. If you need to cancel your reservation, you must inform us immediately; we will confirm your cancellation by email.
Based on the date of reception of your cancellation notice, cancellation penalty fees will apply per person. This policy and rate schedule also apply to pre-trip and post-trip extensions, as well as any transfer from one trip extension to another.
For cancellations received 30 days or more before the first day of the tour,
All non-refundable deposits, surcharges, and deposits will be charged (e.g., non-refundable domestic airfare, helicopter trip deposits, or hotel deposits)
Fully refundable, less 10% of the deposit due to bank account management
100% travel credit for the same trip postponed, change tour or destination change (charges may apply due to holiday season and availability)
For cancellations received 29-15 days before the first day of the tour. All non-refundable deposits, surcharges, and deposits will be charged (e.g., non-refundable domestic airfare, helicopter trip deposits, or hotel deposits)
A cancellation fee of 50% of the entire trip cost will be charged
100% travel credit for the same trip postponed, change tour or destination change (charges may apply due to holiday season and availability)
14 days or less:
100% of the trip cost will be charged,
Under no circumstances can Authentic Travel Ltd waive or reduce cancellation fees, so it is highly recommended that you purchase travel cancellation/interruption insurance.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We are not responsible for changes that arise as a result of events outside of our control, such as technical or maintenance problems with international transportation, changes imposed by re-scheduling or cancellation of flights by an airline, or main charter company, war, or threat of war, civil strife, industrial disputes, natural disasters, bad weather or terrorist activity.
