The Mayan Loft: Uniquely designed in a Neo-primitive , tribal-chic style, using raw materials from the surrounding rainforest creating an elegant, yet contemporary, artistic atmosphere. With ornate mosaic floors, Palms,fresh hibiscus flowers adorn Get Junglized! The Mayan Loft @Maruba Resort Jungle Spa is one of the many hidden treasures in Belize. Maruba Resort Jungle Spa is unquestionably the place to be. It is a Jungle luxury hip boutique resort and spa literally where the wild things are. If Tarzan came swinging through on a vine here, no one would blink. He’d stop for a cocktail and a dip in the hot tub. Humming birds swoop from the jungle canopy in this dreamy, romantic, and natural environment. Maruba is a quirky place that sings with nature. It is a distinctive alternative to the local day spa where treatments are derived from a meld of curative powers extracted from the remote jungle with science. This rare place on the Mayan trail is certainly not your typical style spa. The resort is an eclectic, exotic mix of Mayan, Creole, and African design. The Mayan Loft is uniquely created to evoke certain themes and every detail including the ornate mosaic floors is hand crafted. The furniture and art found at the resort are all designed and produced on site using natural raw material found in the rainforest. This tropical paradise which is centrally located makes the perfect base for touring Belize. Melani and Nicky Nicholson are there to great you upon arrival to make sure that no guest misses out on the fun, or would have to dine alone, unless requested. Guests of the Mayan Loft are a guest of the resort and have full use of the resort amenities, weight room, japanese tub, swimming pool, bar and restaurant, spa, maid service and room service. The resort itself accommodate no more than forty guests at a time, to ensure privacy and exclusive individual care. We believe in blending relaxation and pampering with nature in an informal setting with personalized service with our guests. Maruba..... an alternative to the regimen and routine of a regular resort/spa. Not your traditional Spa or Jungle Resort, we offer something for the entire family. Picture a canvas of blue skies, between the canopy of an unspoiled rainforest; now breathe deep and evaporate into the sweet air as you are romanced by the music of Mother Nature, such is tropical Belize. In case you are unfamiliar with Belize, it is a melting pot of many different ethnic spices and tradition. An intoxicating melange of lovely Mayan ruins, rare wildfire, and endless beauty is what Belize delivers. Nature in its most exquisite form, from the jungles, to the water, opens herself to the adventure seeker in each of us! One place can let you bask in the sun, snorkel in the water, or hike in the jungles without ever having to unpack and repack – without having to move from one hotel to another – adventure upon adventure await you or just relaxation and pampering. 12.5% Gov Tax not included Airport Transfer Round trip land transfer from the Philip Goldson International Airport. $70/person Belize City Land Transfer Round trip land transfer to Belize City. $160 (2 persons) Belize City Transfer One Way One-way land transfer to Belize City water taxi or Municipal Airport. $100 (2 persons) + Gov Tax Boat Transfer One-way scenic transfer to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. $75/person (Minimum 6 persons per trip) Helicopter Tours & Transfer Heliport on property. Tour Belize by helicopter and experience thrilling adventures! Parking is complimentary. Note: 12.5% Sales Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without notice. Tours & Activities / The Spa Maruba organizes hiking, jogging, bicycling, and boating tours. Horse fans will love riding through the rainforest with its incredible fauna, surrounded by the sounds of birds, and the deep mating call of the howler monkeys. Only a forty-five minute unforgettable boat ride away in Maruba’s own speedboat, through a jungle river filled with orchids and bromeliads, is the second largest barrier reef in the world (after Australia). A paradise for divers and snorkelers. Daydreaming in a hammock under a palm tree on a sandy beach, only interrupted with an occasional dip in the turquoise blue water – the “dolce vita” is just another alternative. The scenery in this tour as well as that at Maruba Resort provides the perfect background for photographs for honeymooners and wedding couples who decide on Maruba for their final “yes”. For the eclectic traveler, who is interested in the beauty of the ancient Mayan temples and relics, Maruba organizes guided cultural day tours, which include a jungle picnic – an adventure of a different kind. Take the day tour to the Temple of Altun Ha, where the largest carved Jade head was discovered or visit Lamanai, the temple of the “submerged crocodile.” Maruba is strategically well positioned for one to enjoy a lively resort and spa vacation, as well as an adventurous vacation that includes a number of different sporting activities and cultural explorations. Although most of the guests who visit Maruba are couples, families, groups of friends, but outgoing singles will also feel comfortable. Franziska Nicholson and brother, Merickston Nicholson are there to make sure that no guest misses out on the fun, or would have to dine alone, unless requested. Medicinal Safari Hike Hike in the rain forest of Belize and learn about the medicinal uses of the vegetation and see wildlife in its natural environment. Advanced reservation required. $25/person Jungle Horseback Riding One hour horseback ride through the jungle trails and Savannah. Advanced reservation required. $45/person Altun Ha Ceremonial Mayan Site where the largest Jade Head was excavated. $45/person Baboon Sanctuary Walk the trails of the Santuary and see the famous Howler Monkeys in their natural habitat. $75/person Crooked Tree This tour is for the serious bird watchers. Best done early morning. Float along the Crooked Tree Lagoon and view the famous birds of Belize. $125/person Lamanai (Submerged Crocodile) One hour jungle boat ride to the ruins, see various birds and other wildlife as you walk the trails and tour the Mayan Ruins. $125/person Cave Tubing Jungle hike above the Mayan Caves, float down through the caves and see its wonders. $125/person Cave Tubing & Zip Lining Take a tour of the jungle while soaring over tree tops. Feel the adventure. Tour done by request along with Cave tubing. $175/person Actun Tunichil Muknal Caves Explore the Mayan underworld and experience life an the Mayan did. A thrilling adventure! Considered an extreme tour. Prepare to be in the water 90% of the tour. $200/person Snorkeling Ride along the scenic Northern River out to the sea. Snorkel with tropical marine life and enjoy a couple hours of Belizean Island life. $135/person Marubian Scuba Adventure 2-tank dive off the second largest Barrier Reef in the world. $275/person Day at the Cayes Visit the Cayes for the day by going directly by boat from Maruba. $100/person River Fishing Fish the Northern River & Lagoon $200 (2 persons) Costal Fishing Fish the Costal Flats & River $275 (2 persons) Belize City Land Transfer Round trip land transfer to Belize City. $160 (2 persons) Belize City Transfer One Way One-way land transfer to Belize City water taxi or Municipal Airport. $70 (2 persons) Airport Transfer Round trip land transfer from the Philip Goldson International Airport. $60/person Boat Transfer One-way scenic transfer to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. $75/person (Minimum 6 persons per trip) Helicopter Tours & Transfer Heliport on property. Tour Belize by helicopter and experience thrilling adventures! Parking is complimentry. Note: 12.5% Sales Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without notice. Maruba Therapy is a line of natural body products developed in Belize for Maruba Resort Jungle Spa. These products which are derived from natural ingredients from the jungle, were originally designed for exclusive use in our spa and are now available to an international market. Ayurvedic healing therapies can be introduced into more traditional spa treatments through the use of our products. Our line of natural body products including Mood Muds can be applied in a variety of treatments…….. They can be used on literally all external parts of the body; nails, hands, feet, face, body & hair treatments. Mood Muds aid in stress relief, exfoliate, moisturize, enhance mineral rejuvenation, detoxify, provide aromatherapy benefits, or assist in the elimination of cellulite. Mud is one of the oldest natural treasures on earth, prized for centuries for its high mineral content the ancients knew well its healing and beauty secrets. “Back to nature and experience the ancient secrets of health and beauty with Maruba Therapy products. Spa Menu Seaweed Massage Seaweed is used to massage the body, relaxing the muscles and increasing the circulation. This aids in the reduction of cellulite, restoration of elasticity and revitalization of the skin. $100 Mood Mud® Massage Mood Mud® is used to relax your muscles through vigorous manipulation. The Mood Mud® is then allowed to dry as a pack. This treatment relaxes and relieves stress as well as detoxifies and firms the skin. $100 Aromatherapy Massage You are massaged with the rare essence of oils derived from the Marugan tribe. It is an aromatic massage, which is an experience of natural wonders. This is excellent for reducing stress and muscle fatigue, while improving circulation. $90 Jungle Herbal Wrap™ Steaming linens soaked in a rare essence of exotic herbs from our surrounding jungle environment, enclose the body. Soothe and relax tired muscles, while the body is revitalized. This stimulates the circulation, eliminates toxins, purifies the skin and cleanses the pores while it provides a smoothing, firming, restorative action. $70 Seaweed Body Wrap The body is covered with seaweed gel and then warmly wrapped, to aid on the absorption of nutrients, as well as detoxification and purification of the skin. This also aids in the reduction of cellulite and the restoration of elasticity. Leaves skin looking and feeling smooth and rehydrated. $80 Mood Mud® Body Wrap Mood Mud® is applied to the body; it is then wrapped in warm linens, which aid in the absorption of minerals. Remoisturizes the skin, while eliminating toxins. Leaves skin rehydrated and replaces lost nutrients. $90 Mood Mud® Body Pack Experience the mysticism of ancient times as one or a combination of our Mood Muds is applied to the body. These muds are natural treasures from the earth, which revitalize, detoxify, firm, and reestablish the skin’s natural pH balance. Choose an aromatic mud to stimulate your senses while the healing energies envelop you or use the muds as color therapy. $80 Mood Mud® Bath $50 Marugan Body Scrub™ $120 Mafasa Mud Body Scrub™ $95 African Honeybee Body Scrub™ This treatment exfoliates the skin while at the same time restores moisture and revitalizes the circulation. Leaves skin glowing and silky smooth. Try our Mafasa Mood Mud Body Scrub or Marugan Body Scrub, which, was used in ancient times to cleanse the body for ceremonial events. $85 Sugar Cane Molasses Scrub Leaves skin glowing and silky smooth. Adding sweetness to your soul. $90 Benin Cellulite Treatment™ This treatment is specially designed to reduce cellulite from the hips, thighs, and love handles in men. Using a combination of our natural enzymatic mixture and Benin Mood Mud®, cellulite is broken down, circulation is improved, and toxins are removed leaving firm, tight skin. This treatment complements any diet and exercise program. $75 Arthritis Mud Pack / Eczema Treatment 1st visit, includes physician evaluation – $150 Subsequent treatments – $50 Physician Appointments upon request Botox-facial Rejuvenation (prices vary depending on treatment, advance appointments required) Facial Menu Cleansing Facial $65 Anti-Aging Facial Recommended after sun exposure. $75 Hydrating Facial $75 Hair Pack Mood Mud, honey, or seaweed. Mood Mud: Depending on your hair texture & color, one of our Mood Muds is applied to the hair. Restores nutrients and moisturizes while it neutralizes the pH. Leaves hair shiny and silky soft. Seaweed: Our Seaweed Hair Pack restores nutrients and elasticity to the hair, revitalized and shiny. $30 Beauty Salon Menu Manicure 30-45 minutes. Includes hand scrub, hand & arm massage. $35 Pedicure 45-60 minutes. Includes foot, partial leg massage & scrub. $45 Exercise Menu Horseback Riding 1-2 hours (varies) $45 Jungle Safari Hike $25 One on One Exercise $45/session Note: 12.5% Sales Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without notice. Advance reservations are required for all services. There will be a $15.00 fee for cancellations within 3 hours. No shows will be charged full value. Hotel transportation or Limousine services are available at an extra charge.