Belize City: My Jungle & Reef Adventure Day
Tendering through the turquoise flats to Belize City with manatees popping up beside the boat is magical – this is the port where you forget the city and go full adventure. My perfect day: off the first tender and straight on an airplane to the Great Blue Hole (Lamanai Air or Tropic Air – absolutely life-changing) or cave tubing and zip-lining combo with Cavetubing.bz (lunch included and totally worth it).
Lunch is always stew chicken, rice & beans with Marie Sharp's hot sauce. Afternoon floating down the Caves Branch River in an inner tube through bat-filled caves – coolest thing I've ever done. Back in time for a Belikin beer at the Wet Lizard before the last tender.
Getting Around Belize City
Tenders to Fort Street Tourism Village. All tours pick up right at the terminal. No need for taxis unless staying in town.
- Cave Tubing: 45-min drive, all tours include transport
- Great Blue Hole: Scenic flight from local airport
- Altun Ha Ruins: 1-hour drive, great half-day option
Positively Worded Word of Warning
The tender and longer transfer times just build anticipation for the wildest adventure day of your cruise – Belize saves the best for those who go all in!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Blue Hole worth it?
A: 100% yes – bucket list.
Q: Best cave tubing?
A: Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch with lunch included.
Q: Altun Ha ruins?
A: Great if you only have half day.