Depart Belize City in your air-conditioned Van up the scenic Western Highway enroute to the Cayo (pronounced Ky-o) District and the impressive Maya site of Xunantunich. Before reaching the entrance of this ancient city, you are hand-cranked across the Mopan River by a nineteenth century ferry. “ El Castillo” (the castle), is the largest temple…
Snorkeling is fun and easy. The key to exploring our coral reef, the most intricate, prolific and diverse ecosystem on our entire planet. The destination is majestic, shallow coral reef which is part of the famed Belize’s Barrier Reef. Our modern custom built snorkel boats provide comfort and safety. Friendly guides, experts in marine life,…
Lamanai is cradled on the shores of the New River Lagoon and is thought to be the largest Mayan ceremonial site in the region. Expanding over a huge expanse on the Belize New River, Lamanai boasts over 800 structures deep in the lush jungle. Lamanai, meaning “Submerged Crocodile” in Mayan, was occupied as early as…
The Belize Zoo is settled upon 29 acres of tropical savanna and exhibits over 125 animals all native to Belize. The zoo keeps animals which were either orphaned, born at the zoo, rehabilitated animals, or sent to The Belize Zoo as gifts from other zoological institutions. The Belize Zoo believes that by bringing the people…
