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Welcome to MANTA ISLAND
You’ve made it to paradise! Thank you for choosing Manta Island Resort, we are so happy to welcome you. After many rewarding years of service, our collection of resorts have all you need to make your stay one to remember.
Our version of an all inclusive vacation highlights our longstanding commitment to enhancing all aspects of your stay with us by exceeding your expectations in every way we can. At Manta Island there is no need to wait in long lines or wake up early to reserve a spot on a crowded beach. Instead, we offer an intimate setting for you and your loved ones to relax, explore and get to know the island.
Manta is an ideal island destination for beachcombers and nature lovers alike. We can’t wait for you to experience all that we have to offer. You can snorkel, scuba dive, fish, and explore the wonders of the reef with our friendly and knowledgeable guides. Feel free to use the Hobie Cat Wave, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards, which are always complimentary. If you need any assistance regarding the various water sports equipment please feel free to ask our staff members.
After watching the sunset, enjoy relaxing under the brilliant night sky while listening to the gentle waves of the Caribbean Sea, sip an ice-cold Belikin beer or frozen drink and enjoy a delicious dinner served at the Black Coral restaurant & bar by night. All packages include meals and daily bar snacks.
We are truly delighted to have you as our guest; we welcome you to the Manta Family! Anytime throughout your stay, please feel free to contact the Front Desk with questions, special requests or preferences. We invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the experience of vacationing on your own private island paradise.
Share your photos using the hashtag #MantaIslandResort and be sure to find us on social media to keep up with us when you leave. Upon your return home, you will have a chance to assist other travelers in making the right choice by telling them about your experience at your newly found Belizean home through a wonderful TripAdvisor review.
As a small, intimate resort we strive to create a casual and informal atmosphere. If at any time during your stay you need anything or have any concerns, please find us in the Welcome Center.
Yours in service,
Management & Staff
About Belize & Manta
Belize
Whether this is your first visit or a return trip, you will unquestionably agree that Belize provides many gifts to vacationers from around the world. From our pristine tropical rainforest to the largest living barrier reef in the world, Belize is every traveler’s dream. Often referred to as “Mother Nature’s Best Kept Secret,” Belize is home to a wealth of natural wonders offering unrivaled diving, untouched coral patches, dense jungle, and an underground Mayan world rich with history.
But what makes Belize unique is simple: its people. As a small nation with a little over 390,000 residents, Belize is a melting pot of various cultures. With its British colonial ties, Carib settlers, Central American neighbors, and more recent immigrants from around the world, you will surely meet friendly locals with interesting stories. Although most cultures have their own native tongue, English is the official language of Belize, making it easy for tourists to navigate and form a connection with the locals.
Manta Island
As a Belizean owned and managed resort, Manta Island Resort is staffed with wonderful team members, many of whom have been with us over the years. We strive to provide the most personalized customer service with authentic Belizean hospitality. At any point during your stay feel free to ask any of our team members questions or requests.
We invite you to enjoy the simplicity of island life as you are surrounded by nature’s beauty. You will shortly see why Manta Island is such a blissful location — and we hope that you will return to see us again. Remember, you are only a stranger until you arrive.
Are there any bugs in Belize?
As in all tropical climates, mosquitoes and sand flies are prevalent. We attempt to curtail the sand fly activity on the island (the sand flies are less active during times of high wind). If you are sensitive to biting insects, it is very advisable to use Deet-based insect repellent on the island as needed. You may also want to use Hydrocortisone cream, Benadryl Tablets, Baby oil or Calamine lotion.
Is the water safe to drink in Belize?
Drinking: While the tap water technically is safe to drink, we do not recommend that you do so. Manta Island Resort provides purified drinking water in all of our rooms. Please stay hydrated.
Safety
Belize is a safe country; however, like everywhere else, you should exercise caution. Do not wear flashy jewelry and carry large amounts of cash. Do not travel on dark roads in the nighttime.
What currency does Belize accept?
The currency of Belize is the Belize Dollar (BZ$). Belize widely accepts US Currency. The dollar notes are accepted countrywide at a universal exchange rate of BZ$2 to US$1, but keep in mind that the notes must not be mutilated in any way or they may not be accepted. Please note that US coins are not accepted. We suggest that you bring smaller denominations as all change will be issued back to you in Belize dollars.
Most hotels, resorts, restaurants, and tour operators accept US currency in form of notes, traveler’s checks, and credit cards. Manta Island Resort accepts MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. You may also use the ATM with your international credit or debit cards to withdraw cash while in Belize. ATMs can be found in the International Airport in Belize City. Kindly be advised that all charges to credit cards will be processed in Belize dollars.
Like Manta Island Resort, most companies in Belize will not be held responsible for any currency rate of exchange variances applied by banks or for any international processing fees that may be charged by your credit card company.
What is the official language of Belize?
English is the official language of Belize, although a number of dialects are spoken among the country’s 350,000 citizens. This is the result of Belize’s rich and multicultural heritage.
In Dangriga Town you may hear the locals speak their native tongue Garifuna; however a majority of the locals speak English as well.
What time zone is observed in Belize?
Time observed year round is the same as United States Central Standard Time (CST). Belize does not observe Daylight Saving Time, which means that we do not “spring forward ” 1 hour during the spring. Therefore during the spring, we are one hour behind CST and during the fall we are in sync with CST.
What type of electrical circuit does Belize use?
Belize uses 110-volt alternating electric current, the same standard as the US. If you are here from the US, converters are not necessary.
Resort Amenities & Services
Babysitting
We offer babysitting services for $10/per hour/per child.
Beach Bar Hours
Hours
10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Happy Hour & Bar Snacks
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Beverage Policy
- At the end of each evening, a wait or bar staff team member will present a bar tab slip. Please sign it for your daily drinks (both alcoholic & non-alcoholic), so this signature is for inventory purposes only.
- Please refer to the bar menu for a list of local drinks that are included in your package. You are also welcomed to order non-inclusive imported drinks (see bar menu). Keep in mind that these non-inclusive imported drinks are discounted during our daily Happy Hour from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm daily!
- Kindly note that when ordering imported drinks, you will be presented with a bar tab to be paid upon checkout.
- All additional meals, transportation, drinks and/or tours etc. will be billed to your incidentals and should be paid for at check-out
or the resort reserves the right to charge your credit card on file. - The bartender reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who has clearly exceeded their limit.
Black Coral Restaurant Hours
Breakfast
7:00 am – 9:00 am
Lunch
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Dinner
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Business Area
Inquire with the front desk should you need help with any photocopies, mail, and internet access.
Check-in and check-out times
Check-in time is 3:30 pm and check-out time is 6:45 am.
Do you have a dress code for dinner?
Do you provide soap/shampoo/conditioner?
We sure do, each Cabana is equipped with body soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion.
Emergency assistance
Emergency medical supplies and first aid kits are available at the resort. In the case of a severe emergency, guest will be transported to the mainland and nearest hospital either via private boat transfer or emergency helicopter evacuation.
The Southern Regional Hospital is the closest medical facility. It is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Contact number is +501-522-3832 / +501-522-2494 / +501-629-7439 / +501-601-1045.
Please let us know if you have any health concerns prior to arrival and while you are on the island.
Emergency numbers
Astrum Helicopter: +501-610-4381 / +501-670-5101
Manta Island Manager: +501-614-0313
Manta Island Guest Service Manager: +501-638-7965
Manta Island Resort Mainland Resort General Manager: +501-670-3927
Glover’s Reef Marine Station: +501-542-2904 / +501-532-2153
Isla Marisol Manager (neighboring resort): +501-610-1085 / +501-532-2056
Southern Regional Hospital: +501-522-3832 / +501-522-2494 / +501-629-7439 / +501-601-1045
If dialing any of the local Belize numbers FROM Belize, you only need to dial the last 7 digits.
Hairdryers
You will find a hairdryer in the bathroom of each cabana.
Irons
Please ask the Front Desk if you’d like the use of an iron.
Laundry
Laundry service is available upon request. Please allow for a 48-hour turnaround.
Public services (nearby pharmacy, medical services, etc.)
The nearest pharmacy, medical services and emergency public facilities are in Dangriga Town.
Room Service
If you would like to have your meal delivered to your room, we ask that you request this 12 hours in advance at the Front Desk.
Safes
Safes are located in the closet of every cabana. Directions for operating the safe can be found on the safe. Please contact the Front Desk should you need assistance.
Spa
Massage services are listed on the a la carte tours page. Speak with the Front Desk to schedule these services.
Special Arrangements
Whether you want to plan a memorable engagement or surprise your loved one with a special treat, we consider it our job to help our guests have a memorable vacation and we would be more than willing to help. Simply speak with the Front Desk team member for more details.
Tipping Policy
Our package rates do not include gratuities. We have developed a suggested gratuities guide in response to guest feedback. Please bear in mind that it is meant only as a guide for you. The actual amount is left totally to your discretion and dependent upon the quality of service. We suggest between USD$450-$650 per couple for a four to seven night stay for the entire staff. Operating Manta Island is a team effort which involves a lot of behind-the-scenes staff along with our awesome front line personnel and we believe that everyone plays an important role in your stay with us. Should you choose to leave a gratuity this is left completely to your discretion and is based on the quality of service you receive. There is nothing too small or big and anything is appreciated. Because we are all inclusive property, we advise against tipping individually on a daily basis so that you do not have to worry about carrying cash/credit cards with you while you are enjoying your vacation. Instead, we ask that if you choose to leave a gratuity, you leave a general tip amount on your signed invoice and pay for it with cash or credit card at checkout. Because it is a team effort, these gratuities are pooled every two weeks and distributed by the accounting department. If you do feel the need to leave individual tips, we strongly suggest that you finalize your tips at the front desk upon checkout where you are able to write your specific instructions regarding your tip amount and how you would like it to be distributed along with your signature. Utilizing the front desk as the contact point is essential to ensuring that tips will be sent to our accounting department, which manages proper and transparent distribution through the staff’s bank accounts.
Towel Service
Because Manta is located off the coast of Belize, we supply our own clean water through reverse osmosis and supply electricity via our generator.
In order to conserve energy, water, and heating gas:
- Please place the towels you would like to have washed on the bathroom floor when you need clean towels. This will prevent us from washing towels unnecessarily.
- Towels not placed on the floor will be folded and replaced on the respective racks. If you find you need more than two of each type of towel, please let our housekeeping department or Front Desk know as we are happy to provide extra towels.
- Kindly turn off all lights and air conditioner when not in use or prior to leaving your room. When using the air conditioner, please check that all of the windows are closed tightly. Please report noisy or leaky faucets and/or toilets.
Together, we can make a difference.
WiFi & Telecommunication Services
Complimentary Water Sports Equipment
Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards (SUPs)
Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards (SUPs) are free to use. If you plan to take a long trip or need any assistance whatsoever, please let a staff member know.
- Life jackets & paddles provided
- Onsite beach captain
Hobie Cat
Anyone may take the Hobie Cat out with no additional fee, but we do prefer that you have some experience. If you plan to take a long trip or need any assistance whatsoever, please let a staff member know. Your safety is important to us. In addition, we offer a Hobie Cat instructional course for $25/per hour.
- Life jackets provided
Explore
Manta Island sits atop the beautiful Glover’s Reef. We encourage you to use our various water sports equipment to explore! Take a tour of Manta by sea or visit the reef. Keep your eyes peeled for sea turtles, parrotfish, spiny urchins, sea fans, and yes – our namesake, manta rays.
Snorkel Gear
Snorkeling equipment is available for use around the island. Kindly ask the Front Desk for assistance.
About Tours
Tour Policies
Our Front Desk Team Member is always available to discuss tour options. In addition, the Front Desk Team Member will assist you in signing up for tours prior to the tour day.
- Belize is located in the tropics, known for its melting pot of diverse cultures and pristine one of a kind landscape, architectures, flora and fauna. It is also one of the most visited tourist destinations. However, acts of nature are sometimes beyond our control and may temporarily hinder the natural path and attractiveness of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
- Our local guides accompany guests on all tours. Depending on the time of the year, you may experience consecutive days of rainy weather. Please be prepared with adequate rain gear and a positive attitude! Trip alterations may occur due to inclement weather or factors beyond our control. We cannot guarantee the clarity of the ocean at all times as a result of weather.
- Package tours must be chosen according to our daily tour schedule.
- Tours arranged on days other than our scheduled tour days are subject to a surcharge fee per person.
- Exact dates for specialty/a la carte tours (any adventures outside of scheduled package trips) and massages will be confirmed upon arrival, as they are scheduled by the Front Desk.
- All rates are subject to change without notice.
- All rates are in USD.
- Tours & tour rates are subject to change without notice.
- All additional meals, transportation, drinks and/or tours etc. will be billed to your incidentals and should be paid for at check-out or the resort reserves the right to charge your credit card on file.
- Unused portions of tours and add-ons are non-refundable and non-transferable to other bookings or guests.
- All boat itineraries and activities are weather and conditions permitting at resort’s discretion.
- We cannot guarantee the clarity of the ocean at all times as a result of weather.
The Following Tours are Included in Package Rates:
- 4 Night All Inclusive Package includes: 1 Glover’s Reef guided group snorkeling trip
- 7 Night All Inclusive & Island Rental Package includes: 3 Glover’s Reef guided group snorkeling trips or 2 Glover’s Reef guided group snorkeling trips and 1 Glover’s Reef guided group boat trip
Add-On Inclusions:
Honeymoon & Romance
- Sunset Cruise
- Romantic Candlelight Dinner with a Bottle of Wine
- Nightly Turndown Service
Adventure — Your Choice of 2:
- Half Day Fishing Tour*
- Glover’s Reef Dive**
- Private Snorkel Tour
*Half day fishing tour excludes the Deep Sea Fishing tour and is generally 2-4 people.
**The Glover’s Reef dive is a guided group dive.
Minimum of 2 persons required for each add-on tour option. Add-ons can’t be transferred to other parties.
Tour Rates
SNORKELING TOURS
Glover's Reef Atoll Group Snorkel
Glover’s Reef, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and protected National Marine Reserve of Belize, forms the outermost boundary of the Belize Barrier Reef and is considered the most remote of Belize’s three major atolls. This exclusive location feels a world away and makes for an untouched and pristine snorkeling experience all within a 1 – 10 minute distance from Manta Island Resort.
While there are very few places in Belize where you can snorkel right offshore, and our resort, Manta Island, is one of them, we also offer guided snorkeling tours to a variety of the nearby snorkeling hotspots. Even though Glover’s Reef is the smallest atoll, only 17 miles long, it boasts a reef that is over 50 miles long around its edge, so, with our guided snorkeling tours, chances are you may visit a different spot each time!
Tour details such as timetables, location, etc., will be confirmed upon arrival with the Front Desk.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: Swimwear, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, exposure protection, underwater camera, towel, and water bottle
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This group tour is included in the package rates. Need a price for the option to make this a private tour? Simply contact the Front Desk
Belize Blue Hole Group Snorkel
Explore one of the most famous snorkeling spots in Belize: the Great Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef. The perfectly circular hole is surrounded by coral edges and filled with stalactite and limestone cave ridges to depths as deep as 425 feet. Snorkelers can see a mix of large and Belize Blue Hole Snorkel small marine life along with spectacular corals.
Located off the coast of Belize within the Lighthouse Reef Atoll, the Belize Blue Hole is a perfectly circular underwater sinkhole. What was previously a limestone cave system, is now one of the most unique natural creations known as the Belize Blue Hole. As sea levels rose during the last Ice Age, the cave flooded and its roof collapsed into this sinkhole resulting in a marine wonder known for its sparkling blue waters, wealth of coral formations, sharks and fish, and deep caves filled with stalactites making this Belize snorkeling tours one to cross off your bucket list.
Please note that this tour has a travel time of one hour boat ride to & from the Blue Hole.
Tour details such as timetables, location, etc., will be confirmed upon arrival with the Front Desk.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: Swimwear, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, exposure protection, underwater camera, Dramamine, towel, and water bottle.
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our the package rates. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
DIVING TOURS
Glover's Reef Atoll Diving Tour
While Belize can proudly boast having the title of the longest stretch of coral in the western hemisphere, she can also boast being home to the largest living and thriving coral reef in the entire world. Glover’s Reef is the southernmost atoll in Belize and is a protected Marine Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Scuba dive the perimeter of the reef in search of marine life that may include these species: turtles; manta rays; sharks (reef; hammerheads; whale), spotted stingrays; barracuda; queen, blue, and French angelfish; trunkfish; hogfish; butterfly fish; blue tangs; groupers; sergeant majors, blue-headed wrasses, and too many others to name here.
This atoll is surrounded by deep drop-offs from the reef’s edge, including the Long Caye Wall drop-off, which starts at 25 feet and then descends into an abyss over 3,000 feet deep with visibility at about 100 feet. The Wall is teeming with coral and is a prime feeding site for marine creatures.
Diving with our Glover’s Reef Atoll Dive Tour is every divers dream.
Tour details such as timetables, location, etc., will be confirmed upon arrival with the Front Desk.
Glover’s Reef Stats:
- 17 miles length
- 7 miles at its widest
- 52 Miles total radius
- 800 – 1000 patch reefs create for snorkeling or diving
- 18+ best Belize diving sites in one location
Level: Intermediate
What to bring: Dive certification card, sunscreen, hat, swim/dive wear, underwater camera, water bottles, and power/granola bars
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our package rates. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
Blue Hole Diving Tour
A feature attraction of diving in Belize, especially for divers with an appreciation of geographical phenomena, is the opportunity to explore the famed Blue Hole. It is one of the most astounding dive sites to be found anywhere on earth. Located right in the center of Lighthouse Reef, it’s a large, almost perfectly circular hole approximately one-quarter of a mile (.4 km) across. Inside this hole, the water is 425 feet (129 m) deep and it is the depth of water which gives the deep blue color that causes such structures throughout the world to be known as “blue holes.” Except for two narrow channels, the reef surrounds the hole. The hole itself is the opening to a system of caves and passageways that penetrate this undersea mountain. In various places, massive limestone stalactites hang down from what was once the ceiling of air-filled caves before the end of the last Ice Age, creating a cathedral look. When the ice melted, the sea level rose, flooding the caves.
Since the Blue Hole dive requires a minimum depth of 100ft, only certified advanced and experienced divers should attempt this dive. Due to the depth of this dive, bottom time is limited to about 8 minutes, and good buoyancy skills are required to do the mandatory safety stop.
For those interested in snorkeling, the Belize Blue Hole Tour can also be offered as a Snorkeling Tour.
Tour details such as timetables, location, etc., will be confirmed upon arrival with the Front Desk.
Level: Advanced
If you are a certified advanced diver but do not have any dives logged recently, you might be prompted to do a refresher dive where the divemaster will monitor your abilities and how your body reacts while diving in deeper water. He/she will then determine if you are able to participate in this dive.
What to bring: Dive certification card, sunscreen, hat, swim/dive wear, underwater camera, Dramamine, and power/granola bars
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our package rates. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
FISHING TOURS
Deep Sea Fishing Tour
Join us for an exciting, action-packed day in a pristine environment with our deep sea fishing charter as you travel outside the depths of the Belize Barrier Reef System in our brand new 39 foot, center console, luxury Fountain fishing boat. Equipped with all the bells and whistles needed to land the big catch, this Belize fishing charter includes all gear such as 50/80 Alutecnos and 80 Penn Reels, all while guided by Captain Roland and his crew. Captain Roland is a legend in his own right, known around Belize for his vast experience and knowledge of the Belizean waters and having won several fishing tournaments throughout Central America. Add in a bit of Belizean luck (and rum!) and you are sure to win the fight of a lifetime!
Depending on your fishing goals, you can do a combination of lure and live bait fishing for wahoo, dorado, tuna, and blue marlin and you can also stop to do some deep drop fishing at 600 plus feet of depth for the larger grouper and snapper species. Explore the exterior reef system along several different marine reserves such as South Water Caye, Glovers Reef Atoll, Point of Reef, and/or Gladden, depending on the water conditions and the species that you are targeting.
The boat is equipped with comfortable seating and a restroom and we provide water, soft drinks, beer, and rum as well as lunch on the boat throughout the day. We can carry 6 guests comfortably with a maximum of 10 guests in a private fishing charter.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, exposure protection like long-sleeved shirts and pants, camera, Dramamine, and power/granola bars
Kindly see terms & conditions for this tour below:
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- All cancellations must be received in writing and confirmed by our resort to be considered valid/effective and are subjected to a cancellation fee as outlined below.
- Trips canceled as a result of, or due to, airline delays, strikes, world events, no-shows, premature departures, personal issues and/or as a result of inclement weather, pandemics such as COVID-19 and/or acts of God including hurricanes are subject to our cancellation policy.
ALL CANCELLATIONS MADE:
- 60 or more days prior to arrival date, cancellation fee of US$100 will be deducted from the fishing rate and 100% of balance will be refunded.
- Less than 60 days prior to arrival date, payment will be non-refundable and non-transferable.
RESCHEDULING POLICY:
All fishing reschedule requests must be made in writing and subject to management’s approval. Rescheduling cost for such request is as follows:
- 60 or more days prior to arrival date, guest will be subject to a US$100.00 rescheduling fee.
- 31-59 days prior to arrival date, guest will be subject to a US$500.00 rescheduling fee.
- 30 days or less prior to arrival date, guest will NOT be entitled to any change of date option.
Kindly note the additional terms and conditions for tours on our policy page.
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our package rates. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
Combination Fishing Tour
Enjoy the best fishing experience with this combination fishing tour. Ideal for the novice or intermediate fishermen/women, this tour includes a combination of light trolling and drop fishing, which makes for a perfect day on the waters.
It consists of using a hand line hooked with smaller bait which is thrown into the water, sinking to the bottom of the ocean floor. Our local guides will take you to the best coral and rock formations as you target snappers, groupers, or grunts. Don’t lose focus as you are sure to feel a bite within seconds of casting your line. Be ready to pull in your haul! From there, you will venture out to use those same fish as bait for trolling to catch larger fish, including: barracuda, kingfish, grouper, jacks, and wahoo.
Tour details such as timetables, location, etc., will be confirmed upon arrival with the Front Desk.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: Fishing flies, light tackle rod is provided, but you are welcomed to bring your favorite tackle, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, exposure protection like long-sleeved shirts and pants, camera, Dramamine, and power/granola bars
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our package rates. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
Fly Fishing Tour
Try your luck on the flats with our Fly Fishing Tour! Few die-hard anglers can say no to this remarkable experience. Not only do bonefish, tarpon, and permit lurk beneath the ocean surface waiting for you to snag them, but you’ll go to shallow flats surrounding Manta Island Resort for opportunities to catch and release select fish, too. You could even land the Grand Slam of fly fishing if you play your cards right and the planets align to deliver this coveted accolade!
Our skilled guides will whisk you minutes from the resort to fishing grounds. Most of the fishing is done from the bow of the boat, but there are many flat areas that can be waded through as well. Take your time, test your patience, and be at one with the Caribbean Sea!
Tour details such as timetables, location, etc., will be confirmed upon arrival with the Front Desk.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: Guests are required to bring fishing gear (rod and reel), fishing flies, your favorite tackle, we also encourage you to bring, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, exposure protection like long-sleeved shirts and pants, camera, Dramamine, and power/granola bars.
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our package rates. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
REEF & ROMANCE
Sunset Cruise
Watch the Belizean sunset while enjoying an outstanding array of fresh tropical fruit, cheese, and of course—wine! The best part about our sunset cruise is that it is totally private—just you and your honey take in the expansive views as the sun sinks into the horizon of the Caribbean Sea.
Difficulty: Easy
What to bring: Camera, water bottle
Pricing: See a la carte page for pricing.
NOTE: This is an à la carte tour and is NOT included in our package rates. It is however, included in the Honeymoon & Romance Add-on. Simply contact the Front Desk to add this to your stay.
Share Your Experience
Photos
Would you be willing to share your pictures of Manta Island? We enjoy spreading the word about our resorts and pictures really help with that effort because they help to capture the experience of being at the resort.
Simply upload your photos to Dropbox, you don’t need a Dropbox account to use the link. If you have a choice of image size/resolution, the bigger the better.
We also have a short photo release online form, kindly submit it here.
THE FINE PRINT
Policies
Booking & Rates:
- A 25% deposit is due at the time of booking.
- Payment in full is due 30 days prior to arrival. Except for stay between Christmas & New Year (see website policy page for exact dates) which require payment in full 60 days prior to arrival.
- Reservations made less than 30 days prior to arrival are to be paid in full upon receipt of confirmation.
- Arrivals and departures to Manta Island Resort on Glover’s Reef Atoll are scheduled on Wednesdays and Saturdays only.
- Kindly note: Island Rentals have a balance due dates that differ from cabana bookings balance due dates. Please see the Island Rental section for details.
- All rates are subject to change without notice. All rates are in USD and include all taxes/fees. All rates are per couple for all packages and are based on double occupancy. At this time we do not accommodate solo travelers. None of the rates include gratuity. Maximum occupancy for each cabana is 3 persons. Adult rates apply for any person over the age of 12 and infant rates apply for any person ages 5 and under. PRIOR TO THE COLLECTION OF PAYMENT BY CHARGING YOUR CREDIT/ DEBIT MANTA ISLAND RESORT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RECONFIRM RATES AND CHANGE ACCORDINGLY.
Credit Card Policy:
- Charges to credit cards processed in Belize will be in Belize dollars. Universal Exchange Rates of US$1 is equivalent to BZ$2 applies. Credit Cards accepted: Visa, Amex, Discover (not currently being accepted) and MasterCard Credit cards/ Debit cards.
- Manta Island Resort is not responsible for any currency rate of exchange variances applied by banks or for any international processing fees that may be charged by your credit card company.
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be received in writing and confirmed by our resort to be considered valid/effective.
Trips canceled as a result of, or due to, airline delays, strikes, sickness, world events, no-shows, premature departures, personal issues and/or as result of inclement weather, pandemics such as COVID-19 and/or acts of God including hurricanes are subject to our cancellation policy.
No refunds will be given for denied entry caused by failure to carry proper proof of citizenship or the appropriate visa.
No refunds will be given for cancellations due to being placed into quarantine for medical issues including pandemics such as COVID-19. Rescheduled stays will be subject to rescheduling cost and policies.
If you are required to be quarantined while at the resort for an extended period of time, the resort will provide a discounted rate for accommodations and meals, pending availability.
There is a $200 USD / $400.00 BZE administration fee for all cancellations for each room; this fee will be deducted prior to all refunds.
All Cancellations Made*:
120 or more days prior to arrival date, admin fee will be deducted from the deposit, 100% of this balance will be refunded.
90-119 days prior to arrival date, admin fee will be deducted from the deposit, 75% of this balance will be refunded.
31-89 days prior to arrival date, admin fee will be deducted from the deposit, 50% of this balance will be refunded.
Less than 30 days prior to arrival date, guest is entitled to NO refund.
*Policy Exception:
Cancellation on booking done for stay between Christmas & New Year (see website policy page for exact dates) will be subject to the following changes in the above policy:
61-89 days prior to arrival date, admin fee will be deducted from the deposit, 50% of this balance will be refunded.
Less than 60 days prior to arrival date, guests are entitled to NO refund.
Combination/Sister Property Vacations:
You can split your vacation between Manta Island and our family of sister properties. Contact us for rates and availability. If you have already booked your vacation in full with Manta Island, however, and would like to switch your reservation to Belizean Dreams, Laru Beya or Coco Plum Island that is not allowed. Although they are our sister resorts, we are managed separately and therefore we would require you to cancel with us in writing directly (adhering to our Cancellation Policy) and thereafter book with Belizean Dreams, Laru Beya or Coco Plum Island in accordance with their booking policy as each resort is managed separately and has policies accordingly.
Other Policies:
- Package bookings: There is a 4 nights/5 days minimum stay, except for stays between Christmas (including the week before & after Christmas) & New Year (including the week after), Easter Holiday (including the week before Easter)** and Thanksgiving week which all require a 7 nights/8 days minimum stay.
- A minimum of a 14 night stay is required to book for a combination stay with our sister properties between Christmas (including the week before & after Christmas) & New Year (including the week after), Easter Holiday (including the week before Easter)** and Thanksgiving.
- Unused portions of packages (meals and/or activities, add-ons, etc.) / Trips shortened as a result of or due, but not limited, to airline delays, strikes, world events, no-shows, premature departures, personal issues, inclement weather, pandemics such as COVID-19 and/or acts of God, including hurricanes are NON-refundable and NON-transferable.
- All additional meals, transportation, drinks and/or tours etc. will be billed to your incidentals and should be paid for at check-out or the resort reserves the right to charge your credit card on file.
- Manta Island Resort cannot accept responsibility for any delay, inconvenience, damaged possessions, sickness or additional expenses incurred which may be caused either directly or indirectly by events outside our control such as weather, late arrival of flights, pandemics such as COVID-19 or acts of God.
- All guests acknowledge and agree that they are fully aware of the contagious nature and effects of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume that risk and responsibility and further agree that they will release, indemnify and hold harmless Manta Island Resort, and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, subsidiaries insurers, directors, officers, employees, managers, successors, assigns, agents and representatives, against any claims and/or damages whatsoever, including legal fees relating to any infection, transmission, health condition influenced or otherwise impacted or complication by COVID-19 and other pandemics.
- The bartender reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who has clearly exceeded their limit.
- The resort management declines all responsibilities for valuables left in the room after check out.
- Smoking of any substance in our rooms is strictly prohibited. If smoking is detected at any time during or immediately after a guests’ stay, management reserves the right to charge a cleaning fee of US$500 per room.
- Additional à La Carte items and Package Add-ons can be arranged for an additional fee, please contact us. Unused portions of add-ons are non-refundable and non-transferrable to other bookings or guests.
Tour Policies are listed separately in this online directory.
More policy details can be found on the Policies Page.