Long Caye, Belize
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Perched on the brink of the continental shelf, our island base of Long Caye
lies on the slender coral ring of Glover's Reef, an atoll 35 miles offshore from
Dangriga, in the middle of the Caribbean Sea.
You Won't Believe Your Eyes Glover's Reef
encompasses an 82-square mile shallow lagoon surrounded by the deep
waters of the open sea. Within this necklace of coral, you'll find more
than 700 pristine patch reefs brimming with the richest variety of
marine life in the Caribbean - from the delicate fan coral and spiny
urchin to the colourful stoplight parrot fish and elegant southern sting
ray. Snorkellers and divers alike are enchanted by the spectrum of sea
life here, whether they're wading just off shore or exploring the depths
along "The Wall", a world-class dive site off the back of Long Caye.
Overhead and along the sand you'll spot feathered creatures, too - osprey,
pelicans, frigate birds, green-backed heron and others, especially during
migratory periods. We also have green iguanas living on the island. In
recognition of the outstanding natural quality of Glover's ecosystem, it has
been designated a National Marine Reserve and in 1997 was named a World Heritage
Site by UNESCO.
Make Yourself at Home Featured on the cover of Outside
Magazine, our outdoor resort base at Long Caye was built with the goal of
preserving the integrity of this ecosystem and our facilities have been kept
rustic by design. Guests love their thatch-roofed cabanas, each complete with a
porch overlooking the sea. Each tent palapa is unique and private, some are
perched on the beach, and others are hidden beneath the palms. On every trip,
our kitchen and dining hall, with open-air views of the lagoon and a
neighbouring island, become the centre of community life. We've made sure our
entire Water Sports Centre blends into the undeveloped, natural atmosphere of
this tropical island, unspoiled by the modern world, so you can truly escape.
And our trips are all-inclusive for your convenience. Since we are the only ones
on the island, all of our beaches are completely private! Shaded by a forest of
palms and surrounded by endless coral reefs, Long Caye is truly a tropical
paradise.
What Would You Like to Do Today? The facilities and setting
make Long Caye a spectacular base for both adventure and relaxation. We provide
high-quality equipment and instruction so you can take to the water for all the
thrilling sea kayaking, surf kayaking, and windsurfing you could possibly want.
But there's plenty of opportunities for the other joys of island life too, not
the least of which are the feasts that our local cooks prepare. Grouper Creole,
conch fritters, and coconut-baked fish are just some of the seafood delicacies
you'll enjoy. Take a break from the sea with a game of beach volleyball. Join in
the unique fun of our hermit-crab races. Or watch the sunset, lounging in a
hammock. Here, you set your own pace.
Facilities This is the most luxurious
island "base camp" you've ever seen. The ever-present breeze keeps the
temperatures well below what they are on the mainland. We keep the island in as
natural a state as possible, and there is no electricity or plumbing in the
cabanas or tent palapas. Our spacious island (13.5 acres) and rustic facilities
ensure your comfort without compromising the adventure of living on an
undeveloped and uncrowded island. Best of all, a hammock with your name on it is
waiting under the palms.
Cabanas Sea Kayak Glover's Reef guests stay in two-person
cabanas, perched above the surf. Each cabana has beds with air mattresses and a
porch with hammocks and lounge chairs.
Sea Kayak Glover's Reef Full-Week Itinerary, Friday-Saturday, US$ 1895
2006: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
April 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26
Sea Kayak Glover's Reef Half-Week Itinerary, Friday-Wednesday, US$ 1395
2006: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 17, 31;
April 7, 14, 21, 28
Slickrock's popular sea kayak trip to Glover’s Reef combines the elements
of a perfect winter escape into a flexible itinerary so you can pursue the
activities you want, whether you're an expert paddler or first-time snorkeller.
Among the most pristine reefs in the Caribbean, Glover’s provides
unparalleled opportunities to explore an area little impacted by visitors. The
seclusion of our private island, the quality of our guides and equipment, the
luxury of our cabanas, deluxe chartered transport, and our exceptional menu are
a few of the features that make this the best sea kayak trip in Belize.
Early in the week our guides give sea kayak, snorkel, windsurf and surf kayak
instruction. From then on, shape your days, joining planned group activities,
venturing off with a friend, or lounging in your hammock with a book. Scuba
diving is also an option just up the beach at Long Caye Dive Shop.
Our exclusive location at Long Caye is perfect for those who desire a few
creature comforts but don't want to visit a crowded resort. Facilities include
two-person cabanas perched over the surf, all the sports toys you could want,
and a fully staffed kitchen with cold beer and soda included in the price. Our
cooks are famous for their entrees made with fresh Belizean seafood. Find out
for yourself why so many of our guests return year after year!
Belize Adventure Week
Imitated but not equalled, Belize Adventure Week is widely acclaimed as
one of the world's top adventure trips. Slickrock pioneered the concept of
multi-sport vacations with this tour, and you cannot find another trip anywhere
that packs so many sports into one week! Our high-action tour features sea
kayaking, whitewater kayaking, caving, underground boating, surf kayaking,
snorkelling, scuba diving, windsurfing, kayak kite sailing, fishing, jungle
hiking, and Mayan ruins.
Your adventure begins with a series of inland activities in the Maya
Mountains. Each day overflows with a multitude of exciting sports. We run a
whitewater river by kayak, hike on jungle trails, venture deep into a sacred
Mayan ceremonial cave, climb Mayan ruins, and descend an underground river by
raft, finding our way with headlamps.
Midweek we transfer to our private island paradise for three days of sea
kayaking, windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing, surf kayaking, and
kayak kite sailing! See our Sea Kayak Glover's Reef and our Long Caye at
Glover's Reef pages for details on this coral island paradise!
Small Trip Surcharge: Although our trip minimum for all trips is 4 guests, we
will run a trip for two-three guests for a surcharge of $300/person. When
signing up for a trip, all guests need to be aware they will be charged this
additional fee if the trip does not reach at least four persons. We will bill
the guest two weeks prior to departure for this additional fee to avoid
unnecessary refunding of fees. Trips with only one guest will be cancelled.
Back to Back Trips Are an Even Better Deal: If you book two trips
"back-to-back" (trips with overlapping overnight accommodations with Slickrock)
you will receive 20% off the least expensive of the two itineraries. This
discount is not available for those booking through an agent eligible for
commissions, and also not available in addition to any other discounts you may
already be receiving.
Price: $1395 USD per week.
Size: 13.5 Acres
Location: 35 miles offshore from Dangriga, Belize
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