November 15-20th, 2023 (extension available)
this tour is at capacity!!
During November 15 – 20, 2023 (pre-trip extension available) we invite you to Experience Belize, space is very limited. I Love Being Black & Traveling Black have paired up again to curate another amazing tour with crystal-blue water, Afro-Belizean history and amazing fresh local food. Check out the 2022 Belize Tour photos. Are you ready?
After you fill out the form below we will assist you in booking the best flight from your home city. All of our tours are safe spaces for Black people and have a focus on diasporic Black experiences, support for Black businesses and local Black guides. Check the itinerary and early bird pricing below.
pre-trip DAY 1. welcome to BELIZE
Welcome to the pre-trip! After we pick you up from the airport and make the drive down to Hopkins we’ll check into the resort and have a mini meet and greet poolside. After dinner you’ll have the option to do a nighttime river cruise. If the conditions are right you will see bioluminescent organisms in the water, a phenomenon locally called “burning-wata”.
pre-trip DAY 2. Let’s hike
Today we’ll start off with a local hike to get the blood flowing. This hike features a beautiful waterfall and wading pool and amazing views of lush green Belize. After our hike we’ll have a Belizean style cocktail tasting made with with local flavors and spirits. And next up, you will learn how to dance Punta! This is a fast, sensual riddim that uses a lot of hips. When we hang out at night you can try out your new dance moves.
DAY 1. LET’S EXPERIENCE BELIZE
Belize has been waiting for you… welcome! When you land we’ll meet you right outside of baggage claim with a colorful “TRAVELING BLACK” sign. After that we’ll load everyone up into our air-conditioned private coach and make the drive down to Hopkins Village. On the way down we’ll go over the trip itinerary, local customs and get to know each other since we’ll be hanging out for the next week! After checking into your beach villas we’ll do a meet and greet with the entire group, let the fun begin!
The Pre-extension crew will have some free time to shop, relax or go on an excursion of choice.
DAY 2. MAYAN RUINS & ANCIENT CAVES
After breakfast we’ll take you to explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Xunantunich. At well over a thousand years old, this archaeological site holds the history from a time long forgotten. After a short hike we will enter a portal to the Mayan underworld on a cave tubing adventure! Accompanied by experienced and knowledgable guides you will see a beautiful cave system by inner-tube as you float gently along the crystal blue-green shallow river.
DAY 3. REAL BELIZEAN CUISINE
Most of this day will be free for you to relax and enjoy the sun. You may also opt to do things that are not on our itinerary such as: Chocolate making, ATV, waterfall excursion, hiking, etc. We will meet back up in the evening for a cultural immersion tour that focuses on Garifuna culture. You will learn how to make Hudut which is fish cooked in coconut broth with onions, peppers, okra, and more. While your food is being cooked fresh you will get a drumming and dance lesson by a popular local group that keeps Garifuna culture alive through music. Later on that night when we party, you can try out your new moves.
DAY 4. ISLAND HOPPING EXCURSION
Like islands? Me too! So, did you know Belize has around 400 islands? We will spend the first half of the day island hopping to a few of our favorite spots. You can snorkel, swim or just relax on the boat we’ll have all of the appropriate gear for you to do it all. We’ll eat lunch during this excursion, then head back to mainland. The rest of your day will be at your leisure to shop, lounge at the beach villa or participate in some of the lively Caribbean day parties. At night we’ll dance and celebrate life.
DAY 5. GARIFUNA SETTLEMENT DAY
November 19th is Garifuna Settlement Day, a national holiday throughout Belize. On this day in 1802 the Garifuna arrived in British Honduras after being exiled on the island of Roatán. Garifuna locals do a reenactment of the boats arriving to shore with plants and other items they brought all while a drumming and dancing demonstration is happening. This is the most important day of the year to celebrate Garifuna culture and history so there will be events all day and well into the night hours.
DAY 6. GOODBYE BELIZE
In conclusion, this is the sad day that we have to say goodbye. Congratulations on taking the time to Experience Belize #2. We will take you to the airport early to ensure you make your flight on time. Above all, we hope to see you again on future Traveling Black trips!
*Please contact us for longer stays.
**The stated itinerary may change at any time due to weather, or any other unforeseen issues
AFTER YOU BOOK:
- After you submit your deposit we will schedule a time to call you within 48hrs to answer any remaining questions and to assist you in finding a good flight
- If you are booking the pre-trip extension:
- Book your flights to land in Belize (BZE airport) by 2pm on November 13th and leave at any time on November 20th
- If you are not booking the pre-trip extension:
- Book your flights to land in Belize (BZE airport) by 2pm on November 15th and leave at any time on November 20th
- If you are a US citizen you do not need a visa to go to Belize
- Want to refer someone for this trip?
- Got more questions? Check the FAQ section below or contact us
INCLUDED:
- All Excursions Listed
- Guided Shopping
- Resort Accommodations
- Ground Transportation (including airport transfers)
- Trip Photographer
- Dinner during Meet & Greet
- Food During Belizean Cooking Demo
- Fresh Traveling Black Swag Bag
NOT INCLUDED:
- International Flight To/From Belize
- Any Excursions NOT Listed Above
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Travel Insurance
- Any COVID-19 Testing Or Other Related Costs
- Gratuities (optional)
VILLA INFO:
We will be staying at the beautiful Hopkins Bay Resort which is located right on the beach in Hopkins Village. Each villa has private bedrooms with included private bathrooms. The shared villas come with a full kitchen and living room. The upstairs villas (Single option below) have a small and large balcony and the downstairs villas (Shared option below) have a large deck and full kitchen. All villas in the resort have king or queen beds, AC, filtered water jug, flatscreen TV, stone and hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, in-room safes, robes, granite countertops, local art and other amenities.
The overflow hotel is the beautiful Seiri del Mar Resort (which is located right next to the Hopkins Bay Resort) if we can not fit you into our original room block at Hopkins Bay. Seiri Del Mar is slightly more luxurious than Hopkins Bay but laid out in a similar fashion.
(Early-Bird) Package Pricing for days 1-6 above
SHARED VILLA: $2399 (2 left)
You will have your own bedroom in this 2-bedroom villa. If you have a friend who will also book the tour, they can choose to book the other room or someone else of the same sex (or a couple) will be assigned the other room if you’re traveling alone.
**Price is per person
SINGLE VILLA: $2999 (sold out)
You will have this master bedroom villa and balcony all to yourself.
SINGLE VILLA #2: $3299 (seiri Del Mar)
Hosted in the sister property next door this upgraded luxury villa has a master bedroom, washer & dryer and shared pool with a swim-up bar.
COMPANION: $2099 (SOLD OUT)
You will be a significant other to someone else you know that has their own shared or single booking and wishes to share the same bed. You will not have your own bed unless you wish to occupy the pullout bed of your companion that has a single room booking. You both will need your own booking.
Add-ons: various prices
- Beach Front Villa (+$500): This villa is right on the sand
- 2-Day Pre-Trip Extension (+$700): Arrive 2 days early for a lil extra Belize
GROUP VILLA: CONTACT US FOR RATE
Group (or family) villa. There are 3 rooms in this villa with a full kitchen, washer and dryer and a large deck space. CONTACT US for rates.
Check out the FAQ below.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You need a valid passport with 2+ blank pages & 6 months validity left. US citizens do not need a visa to enter Belize on trips of 30 days or less. If you fall outside of this criteria please visit this page for more info.
Consequently, we do allow some youth on our trips but we will first need to meet with the parent/guardian and the proposed youngster to determine if this trip is a good fit.
Not at all. The river we are cave tubing in is shallow enough to stand up and very slow moving. For the island-hopping excursion you do not need to snorkel or even exit the boat if you don’t want to. We will have life vests for everyone and you can opt out of any item in the itinerary if you do not feel comfortable.
Chocolate making with the Mayans, ATV riding, waterfall excursion, hiking, fishing, learn to spearfish, diving (may incur extra costs on-site), natural remedies tour, personal photo shoot, etc.
Sure! The shared villas have 2-3 bedrooms, you will have one of them to yourself if you choose this option. The rooms are on opposite ends of the villa to make social distancing easy. You will share the kitchen and living room areas with the other occupant(s).
Well, yes. If you are a party animal there will be daily options for you to get down. Fun, music and nighttime libations are at the forefront of the Hopkins Village entertainment scene.
Yes, we make sure to have different dietary options at every place we go for meals and also during boat excursions.
Yes we also accept venmo, cash app, or zelle. If you would like to pay this way please contact us.
Yes. We require everyone to have their own travel insurance. After you book the trip an automated email will be sent to you with some options and to let you know the exact process to get ready to enjoy this tour safely.
We plan to take no more than 25 people on this tour. Keeping the numbers low ensures that the quality of the trip is high, everyone can get to know each other and the overall experience is more intimate. We will hit capacity, book now if interested.
Belize is doing markedly better than the U.S. As of April 1, 2022 mask wearing is no longer required for indoor and outdoor spaces, but we encourage you to be safe in all spaces and use your discretion.
You do not need to be vaccinated to enter Belize.
But, effective March 1, 2022, fully vaccinated travelers no longer require a negative test but must show proof of vaccination for entry into Belize’s airport, land borders or sea ports. However, we recommend that everyone gets tested before coming.
If unable to show proof or if unvaccinated, the traveler must present proof of a negative PCR result taken within 72 hours of arrival (recommended) or a negative Antigen Rapid test taken within 48 hours of arrival (for $50 USD, cash only, not recommended). A test can be administered by the Ministry responsible for health at the airport (but this will take extra time).
At this time at-home tests are not acceptable for entrance into Belize.
Yes, the Ministry of Health and Wellness is now offering COVID testing for passengers. **As of Sunday, June 12, 2022 the US will no longer require a COVID test for entry into the US (although this may change). That being said if you still want to get tested we will help accommodate that.
Belize does not require specific immunizations for visitors. Please read this list for more info on staying healthy while traveling throughout Belize.