December
27, 2005
Oakton Tour Travels to Belize
Explore the natural history, heritage, and cultural diversity of Belize on a tour offered by the Oakton Community College travel/study program. Three tours for 2006 are now available for booking: Jan. 7 - 13; Feb. 11 - 17; and March 4 - 10.
Located in northeastern Central America, Belize is home to more than 600 archeological sites. Highlights of this adventure include visits to Altun Ha, where a famous jade carving of the Mayan sun god, Kinich Ahau, was discovered in 1968; South Water Caye, a private barrier reef island rich in exotic marine life; and Caracol, one of the great cities of Mayan civilization.
Travelers also have a chance to observe unusual species of birds and butterflies at the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Preserve, and learn about the curative powers of native plants at the Ix Chel Farm and Tropical Research Center. An optional, two-day extension to Tikal National Park on the Guatemalan border and the Mayan ruins at Tikal is available.
Throughout the trip participants will sample native dishes at specially arranged meals and learn about the everyday lives and customs of the local people.
For more information, including complete itineraries and prices, call Bea Cornelissen at 847-635-1812.
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