Belize Attractions

You read that correctly! Numbers are painted on a grid and bets are placed. Then, watch as a chicken is set loose over a wire mesh screen suspended over the grid. You "win" if you're lucky enough to have placed a bid on the square of the chicken's first "drop."... (more)

You read that correctly! Numbers are painted on a grid and bets are placed. Then, watch as a chicken is set loose over a wire mesh screen suspended over the grid. You "win" if you're lucky enough to have placed a bid on the square of the chicken's first "drop." This is a Catch 22, however -- the "winner" is often the one who must clean the grid! Event held nightly at the Pier Lounge on Ambergris Caye. (close)

It's all the rage here in Belize! A large variety of birds can be found all along the lagoon or in the small mangrove cayes scattered in the north of the island. Catch a glimpse of over 500 species of birds on a birding expedition. Small and personalized bird watching... (more)

It's all the rage here in Belize! A large variety of birds can be found all along the lagoon or in the small mangrove cayes scattered in the north of the island. Catch a glimpse of over 500 species of birds on a birding expedition. Small and personalized bird watching tours available. What a distinct way to see Belize! (close)

Beginning at around 8.30 in the morning we will drive you through the pristine villages of the Toledo District to discover the 100% organic cacao farms. You will learn how the cacao tree is grown from the little seedlings to the cacao pod bearing trees. You will also find out... (more)

Beginning at around 8.30 in the morning we will drive you through the pristine villages of the Toledo District to discover the 100% organic cacao farms. You will learn how the cacao tree is grown from the little seedlings to the cacao pod bearing trees. You will also find out what is involved in collecting the cacao pods that are harvested, how the fermentation process works so you end up with cacao beans and how the Mayan traditional drink is prepared. You will also learn about various plants and trees that are grown amongst the cacao trees and the mutual benefits of this association. The farmers will explain the history of the farms and the land that organic cacao is grown on. At the end of the Cacao Trail Tour, you will be served the original Mayan Cacao drink to taste the sweetness for yourself. For lunch you will be going to the beautiful village of Big Falls to enjoy a traditional Belizean lunch at Coleman's Café. Choose from a variety of local dishes, from curry rice and yellow ginger to rice and beans with baked chicken, pork or beef. After this hearty lunch, you will depart en route to Blue Creek Village. Here you will leave your vehicle behind and experience a beautiful 20 minute walk along the Blue Creek River passing through jungle and crossing a river bed, so be sure to keep your eyes open for iguanas, and a variety of birds. Blue Creek Cave, formed around 200 million years ago, has a river emerging from the mouth of the cave. And this is where you and your guide will jump in to the cool crystal clear water and swim/float inside the cave. You will discover breath taking limestone formations on your journey into the cave and on your float back out. Blue Creek Cave is a truly unforgettable experience!!! (close)

Hike through the jungle in Belize City, and learn all about the existing flora and fauna and tidbits of Mayan history. Afterwards, grab your inner tube and enter one of the tunnels where you'll float through a system of caves at the Cave Branch River. Guided tour. Headlamp, drybag and... (more)

Hike through the jungle in Belize City, and learn all about the existing flora and fauna and tidbits of Mayan history. Afterwards, grab your inner tube and enter one of the tunnels where you'll float through a system of caves at the Cave Branch River. Guided tour. Headlamp, drybag and inner tube provided. (close)

As one of the largest and most experienced tour operators in Belize, we can arrange an itinerary to any part of Belize, including the coast and cayes, as well as to Petén, Guatemala, to suit a wide variety of individual interests. The combination of our on-site familiarization programs, activities... (more)

As one of the largest and most experienced tour operators in Belize, we can arrange an itinerary to any part of Belize, including the coast and cayes, as well as to Petén, Guatemala, to suit a wide variety of individual interests. The combination of our on-site familiarization programs, activities and comprehensive knowledge of Belize makes Chaa Creek the perfect choice for experiencing this fascinating part of the world. (close)

Explore the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef and deserted tropical islands, sampling tropical Belize specialties such as freshly caught sauteed snapper, or maybe even catch your own lobster dinner! Grab an afternoon siesta in your favorite hammock. You can sail away with your own captain and crew. No rigid schedules! Your captain... (more)

Explore the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef and deserted tropical islands, sampling tropical Belize specialties such as freshly caught sauteed snapper, or maybe even catch your own lobster dinner! Grab an afternoon siesta in your favorite hammock. You can sail away with your own captain and crew. No rigid schedules! Your captain bases the day's itinerary on your own interests and the dictates of wind, weather and sea conditions that day. Activity options during sailing cruises include fishing (guided or unguided, fly, light tackle and trolling), scuba diving (including scuba diving instruction), free diving, kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, island explorations -- or nothing at all. Your choice! (close)

Beautiful Ambergris Caye, the largest of several hundred cayes (islands) located in the northern most waters of Belize, Central America. This narrow strip of paradise surrounded by the azure Caribbean, is approximately 36 miles long and was once a part of the Yucatan Peninsula. It is believed that the Mayans... (more)

Beautiful Ambergris Caye, the largest of several hundred cayes (islands) located in the northern most waters of Belize, Central America. This narrow strip of paradise surrounded by the azure Caribbean, is approximately 36 miles long and was once a part of the Yucatan Peninsula. It is believed that the Mayans occupied the area over 1500 years ago and dug a narrow channel to separate Ambergris Caye from Mexico. Early this century, the fishing industry was the island's number one income earner. Beginning in the 1970's the fishing industry gradually slipped on the backburner when the islanders realized that their isla bonita (beautiful island) was attracting a steady flow of visitors who came to enjoy sandy beaches, breathtaking waters and the unique hospitality of its inhabitants. With a present day population of approximately 7,000 in the town of San Pedro plus the island's enchanting combination of mangrove forests, tropical savannahs, lagoons, and sparkling white beaches, it is no wonder that this island has become Belize's most popular tourist destination. (close)

Spectacular coral formations along the length of Ambergris Caye abound, including canyons, grottoes and tunnels. Here, you'll find more sharks, rays, porpoise and turtle than you will the more common reef fishes. Ambergris is the largest and most popular of the offshore cayes, with calm waters that are full of... (more)

Spectacular coral formations along the length of Ambergris Caye abound, including canyons, grottoes and tunnels. Here, you'll find more sharks, rays, porpoise and turtle than you will the more common reef fishes. Ambergris is the largest and most popular of the offshore cayes, with calm waters that are full of dense coral and lush reef growth with visibility up to 150 feet. Most dive operators making trips to the barrier reef off Ambergris Caye frequent sites that offer both great diving and variety. Ambergris Caye is part of a chain of islands that all have one thing in common -- barely one mile in front and to the east, one can find the most astounding scuba diving and snorkeling on the second largest barrier reef of the world. And here, you'll find even more dive sites! (close)

It's a fly fisherman's dream in Belize. While the northern cayes and inlets have established themselves as the dominant fishing posts, the southern regions extending from Placencia to Punta Gorda are quickly gaining a reputation in international fly fishing circles. Permit, bonefish, and tarpon are the marquee species, and Belize... (more)

It's a fly fisherman's dream in Belize. While the northern cayes and inlets have established themselves as the dominant fishing posts, the southern regions extending from Placencia to Punta Gorda are quickly gaining a reputation in international fly fishing circles. Permit, bonefish, and tarpon are the marquee species, and Belize touts a strong presence of tarpon, especially. Averaging 50 pounds in the winter and over a hundred in the summer, these swimmers are quite a catch! (close)

Chaa Creek has a picturesque trail network that will take you to many different areas of our 365-acre forest reserve. All of the trails are numbered as shown on our comprehensive trail map. For your comfort, we suggest hiking boots or tennis shoes and sunscreen or a cap. ... (more)

Chaa Creek has a picturesque trail network that will take you to many different areas of our 365-acre forest reserve. All of the trails are numbered as shown on our comprehensive trail map. For your comfort, we suggest hiking boots or tennis shoes and sunscreen or a cap. Feel free to explore on your own and at your leisure or join a guided tour and interact with an exotic tropical environment. (close)

Lubaantun (place of the fallen stones) is the largest Mayan ceremonial centre in the Toledo District, located near the village of San Pedro Columbia above a tributary to the Columbia River. Built in the Late Classic Period it consists of eleven major structures, grouped around five main plazas, and is... (more)

Lubaantun (place of the fallen stones) is the largest Mayan ceremonial centre in the Toledo District, located near the village of San Pedro Columbia above a tributary to the Columbia River. Built in the Late Classic Period it consists of eleven major structures, grouped around five main plazas, and is unique in that it was built entirely without the aid of mortar. Learn about the famous Crystal Skull which was discovered at the site and talk to Mr Santiago Coc, the caretaker, who assisted with the 1970 Cambridge excavations of the site. He will happily show you the latest finds as well as telling you some of the Mayan legends. (close)

Want a chance to do more than just observe Maya culture? Here is an authentic chance to really experience it, firsthand. The Maya Village Homestay Network encourages travelers to visit traditional Maya villages by staying in the homes of the Maya Indians. Stay with a family in the villages of... (more)

Want a chance to do more than just observe Maya culture? Here is an authentic chance to really experience it, firsthand. The Maya Village Homestay Network encourages travelers to visit traditional Maya villages by staying in the homes of the Maya Indians. Stay with a family in the villages of Aguacate, San Jose and Na Luum Ca. The family will provide you with meals, a hammock, and involvement in daily lifestyle activities such as tortilla preparation, farming, and land tilling. Truly hands on, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. (close)

Streetside along the seafront, take a stroll through a Belizean market. Held four times a week, the largest and most lively is held on Saturday mornings, beginning at 6 am. Villagers from around the Toledo District occupy small stalls or set up displays lining the street and selling homegrown fruits... (more)

Streetside along the seafront, take a stroll through a Belizean market. Held four times a week, the largest and most lively is held on Saturday mornings, beginning at 6 am. Villagers from around the Toledo District occupy small stalls or set up displays lining the street and selling homegrown fruits and vegetables and handmade crafts and baked goods. This will really give you a flavor--firsthand-- of the local diversity and a chance to interact with local residents. (close)

Caye Caulker located one mile west of Belize Barrier Reed where snorkeling is world class! From your first glimpse underwater, you are in a totally different world - brightly colored fish, sponges, corals, and other creatures everywhere! We offer it all and at very competitive prices. Thousands snorkel our reef... (more)

Caye Caulker located one mile west of Belize Barrier Reed where snorkeling is world class! From your first glimpse underwater, you are in a totally different world - brightly colored fish, sponges, corals, and other creatures everywhere! We offer it all and at very competitive prices. Thousands snorkel our reef and surrounding areas every year and all have wonderful comments when they leave. (close)

Set above Belize's Macal River in the midst of a private 365-acre nature reserve with a panoramic view of the Mayan Mountains and lush Caribbean rainforest, the Spa at Chaa Creek offers a tranquil and extraordinary sensory experience that promotes harmony between inner and outer self. Our... (more)

Set above Belize's Macal River in the midst of a private 365-acre nature reserve with a panoramic view of the Mayan Mountains and lush Caribbean rainforest, the Spa at Chaa Creek offers a tranquil and extraordinary sensory experience that promotes harmony between inner and outer self. Our specialized therapists will help you choose from a variety of personalized treatments designed to enhance individual beauty while promoting health and a sense of wellbeing. Your spa experience will take on greater dimensions as you enjoy Chaa Creek Reserve activities such as swimming and canoeing, horseback riding and hiking. Naturalist guides will help put you in tune with your surroundings to ensure a truly unique, invigorating rainforest experience. (close)

The Toledo Cacao Festival is an annual cultural event held in the Toledo District of Southern Belize, giving you a taste of our rich blend of nature, adventure, and culture! Follow the Cacao Trail and visit the traditional Mayan villages nestled throughout Toledos chocolate country to see... (more)

The Toledo Cacao Festival is an annual cultural event held in the Toledo District of Southern Belize, giving you a taste of our rich blend of nature, adventure, and culture! Follow the Cacao Trail and visit the traditional Mayan villages nestled throughout Toledos chocolate country to see how cacao is grown and learn more about this food of the gods, and then continue on to one of Toledos many beautiful natural attractions. Spend a magical torchlight evening at the intimate Mayan site of Lubaantun, bringing the mystery of the Maya to life in an evening of drama, dance and music. Over the weekend, Punta Gorda - the capital of the Toledo District of Belize - bustles with a celebration of the Taste of Toledo, with a festival of local arts and crafts using natural materials, cacao products from tea to herbal medicines - and, of course, chocolate. With local cookery competitions and cookery demonstrations by internationally-acclaimed chefs, an exclusive chocolate and wine-tasting event, and childrens activities there is fun for everyone the entire weekend! Come and taste Toledos rich blend of nature, adventure, and culture! Email info@ToledoChocolate.com for more information! Website coming shortly.... (close)

Eight of us booked an excursion on line from Dennis and had a great experience. He took us cave tubing for about 25 minutes and then those who wanted went zip-lining on over 6 lines through the jungle canopy. Dennis was very good to answer my questions by e-mail and... (more)

Eight of us booked an excursion on line from Dennis and had a great experience. He took us cave tubing for about 25 minutes and then those who wanted went zip-lining on over 6 lines through the jungle canopy. Dennis was very good to answer my questions by e-mail and to calm our fears about being in the jungle. I felt totally safe and Dennis was full of jokes and conversation. The price was half what the cruise ship charged and we had a much smaller group and more personal attention. I highly reccommend booking with him.He promised to get us back to the ship in plenty of time and he did.! (close)