January 11th-17th, 2026
Taste of Belize
The Overys and the Parchers are gathering friends to explore Belize and experience the transformative work of PathLight International.
Trip description:
Join the Overys and the Parchers for “Taste of Belize” and get a sample of the country’s rich cultures and beautiful landscapes, from the city to the rainforest, Mayan sites to a local tortilla factory. You’ll also get a taste of what PathLight has done (and is doing) across the nation as you meet with staff, students, and alumni and see Belize through their eyes. And, of course, we’ll sample some delicious food!
Trip dates:
January 11th-17th, 2026
Package Cost:
Included on this trip:
Daily Itinerary
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Arrival day. Pick up from the airport. Drive to Jaguar Creek: an eco-lodge in the heart of the rainforest where PathLight’s students and staff first gathered 18 years ago. Get to know each other over dinner or perhaps around the fire pit as you enjoy the sounds of the jungle.
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After breakfast, head to the nearby Armenia Village to learn PathLight’s origin story and hear from current staff and local alumni. Finish your morning at the local tortilla factory. After lunch, take a driving tour through Belmopan–the nation’s capital–before heading to the PathLight Center. Hang out with students as they participate in after-school activities and finish your day back at Jaguar Creek for a meal and some down time.
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Move from Belmopan to Belize City, where you will get a tour from one of our wonderful PathLight mentors. Arrive at the PathLight Center for devotions with the staff before lunch with the on-site leadership team. Then head over to the third and final PathLight Center in Orange Walk Town to hear from students in a different region of Belize. After a full day of fun, check in at El Gran Mestizo Resort and have a relaxed dinner.
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After breakfast, take an all-day river cruise to Lamanai Village, one of the region’s longest inhabited Mayan sites. Once you return to your hotel in the afternoon, spend some time by the pool before heading out to dinner. You will be joined by some of the same staff from yesterday’s Orange Walk visit to continue the conversation about the state of education in Belize.
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After a leisurely morning, check out of the hotel and head for the water ferry that will take you to your final destination: a Caribbean island getaway on Caye Caulker.
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Take some time to relax and recharge. Spend the day by the beach, snorkeling, fishing, and enjoying all that the island has to offer.
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After breakfast, fly from the small island airport to Belize City to catch your flight home.
Trip Facilitator(s)
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Alex Cal & Tono Bol
Alex Cal (left) is Director of Path.  He takes great pride in shaping how people experience Belize, creating memorable spiritual and cultural experiences that reflect the rich history of the country and deepening guests’ understanding of PathLight’s mission. Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management and feels honored to be part of an industry that significantly contributes to Belize’s economy.
Tono Bol (right) is Director of Facilities and Projects and has been with PathLight since the beginning in 2007. Whether he’s teaching students practical skills, repairing whatever is broken, supporting a Path construction project, or quietly giving a student or colleague the helping hand they need, Tono has been the one we can count on.Â
Let’s go on a trip!
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