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Belize: Caribbean Reef Conservation
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Experience an enriching 15-day summer program in Belize that blends marine biology and conservation with hands-on adventure. This immersive trip focuses on protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef by removing invasive lionfish and earning your SCUBA certification on a private Caribbean island. Students dive into marine biology activities, including reef fish identification, guided ...
Experience an enriching 15-day summer program in Belize that blends marine biology and conservation with hands-on adventure. This immersive trip focuses on protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef by removing invasive lionfish and earning your SCUBA certification on a private Caribbean island. Students dive into marine biology activities, including reef fish identification, guided by local experts. Beyond the ocean, go on a guided visit to ancient Mayan ruins and help crocodile biologists safeguard the local marine habitats. This program doesn't just deepen your understanding of marine ecosystems but also equips essential skills in environmental stewardship. It offers a profound, lasting impact on your knowledge of global conservation efforts.
Program Highlights
Earn your PADI Open Water or Advanced Open Water SCUBA certification.
Protect coral reef habitats by removing invasive lionfish.
Partner with biologists to learn about endangered crocodiles.
Visit ancient Mayan ruins and learn about Maya history & culture.
Snorkel with sea turtles and nurse sharks at Laughing Bird Caye National Park.
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Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Belize
- Ecology
- Nature Tours
- Rainforest Tours
- Scuba
- Snorkeling
- All Nationalities
Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Highly Recommend Above All Others!
September 20, 2024by: Natasha Yeoh - United StatesProgram: Belize: Caribbean Reef ConservationExcellent experience and program for teenagers and young adults. Highly recommend as a must do and my teenagers will be repeat customers. The programming captivates the imagination of teenagers (something very hard to do today) as it had the right balance of intrigue, learning and fun. The experience is very authentic, and not manufactured, which is a key differentiator when selecting teen programs. The program managers and staff where excellent communicators and very available to answer questions and overall were highly professional. I recommend ARCC over all the others on the market, as the ARCC experience is a step above the rest.
OK not great
September 05, 2024by: jaime lester - United StatesProgram: Belize: Caribbean Reef ConservationMy son had an ok time on the trip to Belize but there were some issues. My guess is that they overbooked the tour, such that 4 teenage boys had to share beds (my son says single beds, ARCC says Caribbean doubles which are smaller than US doubles) for 4 nights. Who makes teenage boys share beds for 4 nights? Also, he felt like the amount of diving was too small (the itinerary says a week on the "private" diving island but I think it was actually 4 days) and the buggy jungle portion was too long.
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your son's recent trip to Belize. We always value the insights of our participants and families and are committed to ensuring every participant has a positive experience. We would like to address the concerns you raised. Firstly, we want to clarify that the group was not overbooked. The capacity of our Belize program was always set at 20 participants, a number that aligns with the accommodations and planned partner activities. The rooming arrangements were based on the available accommodations in that location, with each room having beds of suitable size for sharing, regardless of the country. We never differentiated between bed sizes based on country or region. We understand your concerns about teenage boys sharing beds, and we will take this into account when planning future programs. Regarding the itinerary, the pre-program packet, webinar and other information we provide to all families clearly details the activities and duration of each segment of the program. The time spent SCUBA diving on the private island was accurately represented in these communications, as were the days in the rainforest. The amount of diving is set by our local partners; students have the opportunity for up to 12 dives, however they may opt out of optional diving if they choose. We appreciate your input and hope to have the opportunity to continue providing improved experiences for students in the future.
Experience of a lifetime
August 11, 2022by: Nicolas Ballios - GreeceProgram: Belize: Caribbean Reef ConservationThese two weeks in Belize were amazing. There were just the right amount of activities and they were all well spread out during the program. We got to see a lot of belize as we started ib the jungle and then move to the Caribbean sea. Beginning the trip at trek stop was very convenient as it was the perfect way to get to know the group better ad there weren’t that many activities. By the time we went to Placencia, we were already all friends which helped live this experience to its fullest. The snorkels and the dives were just amazing as we got to discover the beautiful coral reef. We also got to learn a lot about it during our stay on the island. The last two days of the trip we went back to placencia and got to relax and really enjoy our last moments with the group that by then became our family.
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Belize
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Ecology
- Nature Tours
- Rainforest Tours
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Equipment
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Letters of Reference
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Experience an enriching 15-day summer program in Belize that blends marine biology and conservation with hands-on adventure. This immersive trip focuses on protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef by removing invasive lionfish and earning your SCUBA certification on a private Caribbean island. Students dive into marine biology activities, including reef fish identification, guided by local experts. Beyond the ocean, go on a guided visit to ancient Mayan ruins and help crocodile biologists safeguard the local marine habitats. This program doesn't just deepen your understanding of marine ecosystems but also equips essential skills in environmental stewardship. It offers a profound, lasting impact on your knowledge of global conservation efforts.
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Experience an enriching 15-day summer program in Belize that blends marine biology and conservation with hands-on adventure. This immersive trip focuses on protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef by removing invasive lionfish and earning your SCUBA certification on a private Caribbean island. Students dive into marine biology activities, including reef fish identification, guided by local experts. Beyond the ocean, go on a guided visit to ancient Mayan ruins and help crocodile biologists safeguard the local marine habitats. This program doesn't just deepen your understanding of marine ecosystems but also equips essential skills in environmental stewardship. It offers a profound, lasting impact on your knowledge of global conservation efforts.
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