Activities - Kanantik Reef & Jungle Belize Resort

Mayan Ruins, Diving, Snorkel, Water Sports, Nature

ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE

Sailing and Kayaking

We chose this spot for Kanantik because the beach and reef are the best we've seen in Belize. We actually flew up and down the coast to find a suitable beach to build our resort. Why? Because we're divers...we're sea lovers too. Here at the sea's edge, you'll discover why we love this spot. Three Hobie Cats will get you offshore fast. There are plenty of sea kayaks that will help you explore the nearby coast...and help you work up an appetite for dinner.
Prices: Sea Kayak rental (half day): $30; Hobie Cat rental (half day): $50 (+ 10% tax)

Wildlife watching

Imagine. Its sunrise...and our guides have leaded you to one of our two observation towers in the jungle. The sights and sounds of the birds and the jungle creatures come alive. Just after sunrise is ideal, of course, for spying the countless variety of birds. Hummingbirds and butterflies flock to the flowering plants that line the trail while several of the 500 species of birds that call Belize home can be spotted in the towering trees above. And, perhaps you'll get lucky and spot one of the wild jaguars that roam there... spotting are frequent enough that we see one perhaps 50 or 60 times a year. Bring your zoom lenses!

Mayan ruins

Belize, often referred to as the "Heart of the Maya" due to its high concentration of Maya sites, is part of the Mundo Maya (Maya World), an international program established to preserve the rich Maya culture. The program was developed by the countries that were once part of the Maya Empire; Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvadorand Honduras. Dating back to as early as 1500 B.C., the Maya civilization, possibly the most sophisticated civilization in the ancient Americas, mysteriously and dramatically declined by the year 900. Kanantik Reef & Jungle Resort guides will take you on a journey to experience the glory and awe of Xunantunich ("Maiden Rock"). Located close to the Guatemalan border and overlooking the MopalRiver, Xunantunich is surrounded by more than 25 temples and palaces, including El Castillo (The Castle). This historic ceremonial center is located on a natural limestone ridge, rising 135-feet, providing a panoramic view of the Cayo District.

The 2.5-hour drive takes guests on the Hummingbird Highwaywhere guests will enjoy the breathtaking sites from Kanantik's new, air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz tour vans.

Scuba Diving

Kanantik Reef & Jungle Resorts is a divers dream comes true. With a variety of reefs to choose from, our certified padi dive master will lead guests to stunning dive sites of Belize's underwater world. Reef types include fringing reefs, patch reefs, faroes, barrier reefs, and atoll. We have two commercial diving boats, a Newton 32 and a Newton 42, both equipped with heavy duty Caterpillar diesel engines, powerful enough to take you fast and safely anywhere on the Southern reef of Belize for your dives. All scuba diving and snorkel gear, (wet suits, fins, masks, regulators, BCs), are from Mares, Italy and available at no extra cost.We will give you a Belizedive vacation you will never forget.

For scuba diving, clients must be fully certified (PADI, NAUI, etc.); we do not offer any sort of diving certification nor experiences.

Sport fishing

Whether it is billfish or bonefish that you are after, our fishing guides can lead you to them. Bonefish, permit, snappers, tarpon, jacks, groupers, Wahoo, mackerel, dorado, marlin, billfish, tuna, dolphin and others cruise the nutrient rich waters of Southern Belize.

May through August is ideal for flats fishing and November through January is best for lagoons. Mid June through November is best for Tarpon. Bottom fishing is best from mid March through mid July for red snappers and for groupers the end of October through January is the peak period. For deep sea fishermen, blue and white marlin and billfish are most active from mid June to mid August. If you love Tuna, Dorado and Wahoo - come to Kanantik from November to February. We have a 32' sport fishing boat for deep-sea fishing and a 23' skiff with outboard that makes a day of bone fishing challenging and comfortable. Full fishing equipment is available at no extra charge.


KANANTIK TOURS

Bird Watching:
At sunrise our guide will take you to the nearby jungle on our property where you can see different species of birds, plants and other wildlife. You can also visit our observation towers where you can get a panoramic view of the Mayan Mountains.
Price: $45 per person + 10% tax

Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve:
Departure 8.30 am (half day tour)
This jungle tour will take you to the headquarters of the Cockscomb Basin, a 150,000 acres National Park dedicated to the preservation of the jaguar. There are different trails our guides will take you on where you may see a variety of birds, wildlife and trees. You can also visit the Mayan craft shop at the Maya Center Village which is at the entrance of the park. You will return to Kanantik for lunch.
Price: $70 per person + 10% tax

River Canoeing:
Departure 8.30 am (half day tour)
We will take you with our Mercedes Unimog through the savanna to the nearby Cabbage Haul Creek to river canoe in search of manatees, birds, iguanas, crocodiles, and other wildlife. The creek reaches the adjacent Sapodillo Lagoon.
Price: $70 per person + 10% tax

Xunantunich Mayan Ruin:

Departure 8.00 am (full day tour)
This all day tour will take you on a two and half hours drive through the scenic Hummingbird highway, passing through the citrus valley, the lush forest at the foot of the Mayan Mountains, and the capital of Belize, Belmopan. Close to the border with Guatemala, a little manually operated ferry will take you across the Mopan River where the magnificent Mayan Ruins of Xunantunich (The Maiden Rock) will be waiting for your visit. You will have lunch at Clarissa Fall, a little Resort overlooking the Mopan River.
Price: $120 per person (incl. lunch) + 10% tax. Minimum four guests.

Snorkeling:
Departure 8.30 am (full day tour)
This is a 45 minutes ride on one of our diving boat and depending on sea conditions we will be heading for the Barrier Reef, some 12 miles east of Kanantik. This is a full day tour with a stop at South Water Cayes Island, we will have a packed lunch for you. Snorkeling is on the Barrier Reef and off the island, gear is provided.
Price: $95 per person (incl. lunch) + 10% tax. Minimum four guests.

Scuba Diving:

Departure 8.30 am (full day tour)
It is a full day experience that includes two tank dives at the Barrier Reef and lunch at the island of South Water Caye. Guests must be fully certified in order to SCUBA. We dive in many different sites, all being "drift dives". Our Divemaster is at your full disposal for any information you may want. All diving gear is provided.
Price: $120 per person + 10% tax. Minimum four guests.