2011 School's Out Family Adventure Special -- Ultimate Belize All-Inclusive Family Vacation At Mariposa Jungle Lodge

CAYO, Belize, May 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pristine nature. Maya ruins. Exotic birds. Tubing.  Ziplining. Caving.  A sparkling new pool.  The new Mariposa Jungle Lodge "School's Out Family Adventure Special" offers the ultimate Belize all-inclusive family vacation, with something tailored for family members of all ages. Families can enjoy this six-day/five-night special package from May 20 through September 4, 2011, with pricing starting at $1,100 per person for a family of three and $1,000 per person for a family of four sharing the same cabana accommodation.

Mariposa Jungle Lodge's all-inclusive family vacation features a luxurious thatched cabana under the Belize jungle canopy during vacation.  Exquisite Belizean meals include a one-of-a-kind Gourmet Jungle Barbeque served on the private bird watchtower and "Pibil by Poolside," a Maya feast served under the stars during vacation.

The "Family Adventure Special" all-inclusive Belize vacation includes ground transportation, luxury accommodations, a complimentary welcome Belizean drink, all meals, taxes, service charges and numerous amenities. Also included are eight guided excursions, including Maya sites, caving, ziplining and river tubing. The Belize Zoo and Burrell Boom Howler Monkey Sanctuary are children's highlights. The unique Village Culture tour, with home visits, cooking demonstrations, and a Maya/Belizean buffet lunch, is a unique opportunity to mingle with a local multi-generational family in their homes.

For family vacations, Mariposa Jungle Lodge offers a Kid's Adventure Club, wherein a qualified "Youth Guide" staff member creates a flexible schedule of activities to occupy, educate and entertain young children throughout the day, while parents pursue adventures (like Actun Tunichil Muknal, or advanced caving).  Children activities include nature hikes to learn about indigenous trees and healing plants (at appropriate age-level of interest), pool swimming and water games, a visit to the Green Hills Butterfly Ranch to learn about the life cycle of butterflies, lunch and snacks, optional board games, and a craft project relevant to the jungle experience.  The kid's program is tailored for children ages six to 12 years old.

Mariposa Jungle Lodge, currently rated number one among 19 hotels in the San Ignacio, Belize area, is a boutique luxury Belize jungle lodge offering, "Adventure by Day and Comfort By Night." For reservations visit www.mariposajunglelodge.com or contact [email protected] or (304) 224-2136.

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