Belize’s natural beauty and Mayan history are on glorious display as you float down the New River on a riverboat. A scenic drive takes you to Tower Hill in the Orange Walk District where you will board the craft. On your peaceful journey, keep an eye out for jacanas — also called Jesus Christ birds — walking on the lily pads while sleeping crocodiles bask in the morning sunlight. The temples of Lamanai, which is Mayan for “submerged crocodile,” rise into view at the entrance to the New River lagoon. After you disembark and visit a museum to peruse original artifacts discovered at Lamanai, howler monkeys serenade you as you travel back a thousand years on a tour of Lamanai’s ancient plazas and temples. The riverboat will take you from Lamanai to a restaurant where a local Mayan dance group will perform as you enjoy lunch.
Experience the history and natural beauty of Belize on an incredible river cruise on the New River to the ancient Mayan ruins of Lamanai.