BELIZE
March 13 - 20, 2004
($975 plus air)
(college credit available)
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Coracol
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Placencia
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Each spring, Lois takes a group to Belize. Lois' Belize trip is typically
nine days and eight nights long. Belize is a naturalist's paradise and
is an archaeological wonder. It has the longest and most extensive barrier
reef system in the western hemis phere. Dozens of cayes, situated like
jewels in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, offer the best in
snorkeling and water activities. You can visit ancient Mayan ruins at Nimli-Punit
and Lubaantun, giving you a glimpse of the magnificence of thi s ancient
and mysterious culture.
TYPICALLY, THE GROUP:
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TRAVELS...
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by jet to Belize City, by van to see southern Belize
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by dory up the seldom visited Monkey River,
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by boat to see magnificent coral reefs,
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by foot to see ruins and rainforest,
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by van to visit the Jaguar Preserve and a Maya farm.
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STAYS...
- at a local hotel near Placencia, Monkey River, or San Ignacio.
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EATS...
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Local recipes, fresh seafood, and picnic lunches
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SWIMS...
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snorkel and SCUBA dive (if certified), to see spectacular formations. You
will visit the famous Barrier Reef
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WALKS...
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among Maya Classic Period ruins at Lubaantun (possibly Nimli-Punit)(or Caracol)
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VISITS...
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the Jaguar Preserve and other rainforest areas. We find orange, mango,
and banana farms along unpaved roads.
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MEETS...
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friendly, English-speaking Belizeans from many walks of life. We visit
Garifuna, Creole, and Maya villages.
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS to Coracol and Xunantunich for those wishing to explore
additional Maya sites.
For information: Phone: (303) 444-2555, Fax: (303) 379-8390 or E-mail: eco@earthnet.net
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