FEBRUARY 23 – MARCH 1, 2025

REEFS, RAINFORESTS, CAVES AND PYRAMIDS!

THE STORY:

The original civilization called the Maya were of cosmic consciousness. They were pyramid builders whose knowledge was encoded into their sacred construction. This knowledge is not decipherable in words, it is a light language that resonates or “speaks” at a certain frequency.

According to the GREAT WHITE BROTHERHOOD in the sacred BOOK OF THE EMERALD TABLETS OF THOTH-THE-ATLANTEAN,

“Some thirteen hundred years B.C., Egypt, (ancient Khem) was in turmoil and many delegations of priests were sent to other parts of the world. Among these were some of the Pyramid Priests who carried the Emerald Tablets as a talisman by which they could exercise authority over the less advanced priest-craft of races descended from other Atlantean colonies. The tablets were understood from legend to give the bearer authority from THOTH.

The particular group of priests bearing the tablets emigrated to Mesoamerica where they found a flourishing race, the Mayas, who remembered much of the Ancient Wisdom. Among these the priests settled and remained. In the tenth century the tablets were placed beneath the altar of one of the great temples of the Sun God. After the conquest of the Mayas by the Spaniards the cities were abandoned and the treasures forgotten.”

The story continues of how the Tablets were eventually retrieved and taken back to the Great Pyramid of Egypt by one of the Brotherhood, and Cynthia will share this story and many more about the ancient Maya during our journey to Belize. Stories that have been given to her through oral tradition by Mayan elders, and from her studies in mystery school teachings and sacred texts. For thousands of years these wondrous pyramids and temple sites have existed as silent sentinels, gazed upon in amazement by a humanity who have eyes but don’t truly “see”nor hear the messages encoded within the sacred construction. These pyramids and temples tower above the rainforest canopy partly shrouded by the overgrowth of dense jungle. But they continue to endure through the mists of time, their secrets waiting to be revealed to a more conscious humanity. Are you ready? Let’s go!

THE EXPERIENCE:

The cosmovision of the ancient Maya reflected their understanding and interplay with the three realms of creation … the lower world, the surface world and the upper world. Each of these realms had their separate domain, gods and influences which the Maya intimately wove into their daily life and in all their relationships with the seen and unseen. Maintaining this deep connection and reverence with these realms brought an order and a balance to the universe.

ANCIENT MAYA CEREMONIAL CAVING AND TUBING:

Belize is home to some of the most amazing and vast cave systems used by the ancient Maya to communicate with the gods of the lower world, Xibalba. Their pottery and ritual objects have remained undisturbed and in their original place for thousands of years. Caves and bodies of water such as rivers and underground streams and cenotes were considered passages to the Underworld. They were transitional places that formed a boundary between the surface world (earth) and the lower world, the place of the ancestors and the lords of Xibalba. In the realm of this lower world the laws are different than in the physical (surface) world. Objects may appear inverted and time bends.

We will take an incredible, life-altering journey though miles of the Mayan underworld, exploring crystal caverns, vaulted ceremonial rooms, pottery and other artifacts. We will wade through pure turquoise water that still holds the memory of this elder race called the Maya! We will swim, tube and explore on foot this lost realm, tracing the actual footprints of the ancient shamans and priests

WHERE EARTH AND SKY MEET!

A harmonious relationship with the cosmos was the premise for the construction of pyramids and temple sites. They were sacred precincts on earth in harmonic resonance with the heavens. As above, so below.

Ceremonies were timed to mirror celestial events. The Maya were called the skywatchers, and their pyramids and temples were built in precise measurement and alignment with the heavens. Their ceremonies were perfectly timed and attuned to the movement of the sun through the constellations. Events that were occuring in the sky were mirrored on earth at the corresponding place at the same time. In this way, sacred power was drawn down to create heaven on earth!

We will travel to two of the largest and most magnificent Pyramid sites of Belize, XUNANTUNICH AND CARACOL! And unlike the more popular Mayan pyramid sites of Mexico, the temple sites of Belize are totally open and accessible to explore!

It will be a most amazing adventure just getting there! We drive through a nature preserve of caves, waterfalls, streams and rivers with an abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna! We will stop along the way to play in the clear and refreshing waters of the Rio Frio Pools and Big Rock Falls.

The enormous ancient stone city of Xunantunich is one of the largest Mayan cities ever built! It was buried within the jungle and lost for centuries until it was rediscovered by accident when a villager in Belize came across a ghost of an ancient mayan maiden or priestess in the 1980’s. At the time, Belize was a British colony, so an expedition set out from the capital to explore the villager’s stories. They then discovered the site of Xunantunich, a Maya term meaning “stone woman”. One of the biggest and most impressive Mayan buildings ever found was discovered in Xunantunich. Known as “El Castillo” (The Castle), it is covered in elaborately carved friezes, and remains the second-tallest tallest man-made structures in Belize. One of the figures carved on El Castillo is a three-dimensional seated person that may be the woman that the villager saw when he stumbled upon the site? Xununtunich is where they just recently discored largest royal Mayan tomb, and heiroglyphs linking the site with the the sacred history of the ancient SNAKE DYNASTY that once ruled the region, including TIKAL in neighboring Guatemala!

TWO DAYS OF SUN-KISSED BLISS ON A CARIBBEAN ISLAND!

OUR ISLAND EXPERIENCE:

DID YOU KNOW THAT BELIZE IS HOME TO THE SECOND LARGEST BARRIER REEF ON EARTH? Well, we have to experience it, right? So our final two days will be spent on the smallest of one of the two inhabited Belizean islands with the most glorious turquoise blue waters of the caribbean!

Caye Caulker is only 5 miles long and 1 mile wide, so of the two islands, it is definitely the more laid-back, with a true island vibe! Our two nights on Caye Caulker will be at the beautiful El Ben Boutique Resort, for a true tropical island experience! Palm-thatched cabañas give an exotic ambiance on the outside, but the interior is equipped with well appointed modern amenities and a restaurant that serves the finest Belizean cusine on the island! (You’re welcome!)

A delicious breakfast and a half-day of snorkeling and sailing is included in our island getaway! It will be hard to say goodbye to the vivid blue colors of the carribean waters and the magnificent sunsets! “Go Slow” is the motto of Caye Caulker Island and you will be free to do as you please, including absolutely nothing! Whatever is best to care for your soul and renew your spirit! If you want to join the group on a half-day sailing and snorkeling excursion to swim with the manatees, sea turtles, manta rays, sharks and colorful tropical fish darting in and out of the coral reefs, you are most welcome. It is included in this journey, with love! So what are you waiting for? See you in Belize!

THE DEAL:

To visit Belize in February is a dream! Climate conditions are perfect, and It is high season. Lodging, transportation and activities are at a premium and as Belize is a paradise, bookings are made way in advance. This journey is for A MAXIMUM of eight participants only. There are no single room option, so bring a friend! If you do not have a roommate, we will do our best to match you to a good friend that you haven’t met yet! The earlier you register, the better odds of pairing you with someone, as it is first come, first served. This journey will fill quickly, so please make your $200 deposit to avoid disappointment! It is refundable through December 31, 2024.

EXCHANGE: $1,895.00 U.S. per person (double occupancy room) plus $200 collected the first day upon arrival for group gratuities to drivers, guides, hotel and restaurant staff, and water taxistas. THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS ON THIS JOURNEY IS EIGHT! Your deposit will be returned in full should the journey be booked at the time your deposit is made, or contact Cynthia for availability or with questions at [email protected]

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

As always, you will be taken care of from the second you step off the plane until your departure home. Just pack up and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

4 NIGHTS IN A BEAUTIFUL ECO-LODGE RESORT(located on a 1900 acre nature reserve in the heart of the jungle of Belize!)
DAILY BREAKFAST AND DINNER AT OUR ECO-LODGE
2 NIGHTS ON THE CARIBBEAN ISLAND OF CAYE CAULKER with breakfast
ALL HOTEL TAXES & FEES
HALF-DAY SAILING AND SNORKELING IN CAYE CAULKER (includes guide and equipment)
ALL ENTRANCE FEES AND TRANSPORTATION TO PYRAMID SITES, CAVES, AND NATURE RESERVES
SPECIALTY MAYAN CAVE EXPLORATION (with expert guide and all necessary equipment)
ROUNDTRIP AIRPORT GROUND TRANSFERS
ROUNDTRIP WATER TAXI TO/FROM BELIZE CITY TO CAYE CAULKER ISLAND
EXPLORATION OF MAYAN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF CARACOL
EXPLORATION OF MAYAN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF XUNUNTUNICH
A VISIT TO THE RIO FRIO POOLs AND BIG ROCK FALLS IN THE PINE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RESERVE
CEREMONIES AND TEACHINGS ON THE ANCIENT MAYA WITH CYNTHIA

BONUS FOR EARLY REGISTRATION! The lodging in our jungle lodge are rooms with one twin and one queen bed, and our island resort has rooms with two queen beds in either seaview and poolview rooms. The first four of my traveling soul family who sign up will have the option of Queen bed in the Jungle lodge and preference of the Seaview rooms! If you are signing up as a couple and request a KING bed, I will do my best to accomodate you, but there is no guarantee. Early registration is advised.

OUR LODGING EXPERIENCE:

Where we stay reflects the quality of our experience on this journey. Cynthia has hand-picked lodging that will offer us an authenticity of jungle and reef without giving up the comfort of modern conveniences and delicious, healthy food!

Our eco-retreat in the Maya mountains sits on 700 acres (and owns another 1200 in a conservation trust) of protected rainforest. It is a place that is wild with the colors, sounds and beauty of primal nature, giving rest to your soul and a peacefullness unlike any other place on earth! The promise of this sanctuary is to both discover your inner peace and wild spirit, providing the opportunity to unplug from the internet and experience a deeper spiritual connection with yourself and the environment of the natural world!

PAYMENT OPTIONS: Your $200 deposit is totally refundable until December 31st, 2024. Thereafter, a refund will not be given. YOUR FIRST PAYMENT OF $695 will be due in full by January 1, 2025 (which is added to your earlier deposit of $200). Balance will be due in full on or before February 1, 2025.

Your deposit can be made through credit card on our secure PayPal electronic server, (which includes a paypal processing fee of 3.5%); or you may wire transfer or direct deposit into our U.S. bank account; or use Zelle or other transfer services. Contact Cynthia for bank and wire transfer information.