About Belize

Belize is an adventurer’s haven full of lush rainforests, rolling hills and home to the second largest barrier reef in the world. The forests here are teeming with wildlife, newly discovered cave systems and challenging trails for trekking and ATV adventures. The sparkling clear waters of the rivers, the simmering spray of the falls and the contrasting green of the forest are accentuated by a wild display of colorful flowers of over four hundred and fifty species of orchids, palmettos and other exotic plants. Belize lies west of the Caribbean Sea on the Central American isthmus. In addition, the natural wonder of this land hosts inland granite basins at the base of cascading falls hose waters flow through limestone caves. From Maya Mountains to swaying palm trees on sun-drenched beaches and ten different cultures – the result is an adventure of vacation possibilities.

Belize Facts

Capital City: Belmopan.

Population: 250,000.

Climate: Subtropical, annual temperature of 80°F. Green season typically June-November.

Size: Approximately 8,866 sq. km.

Language: English is the official language and is widely spoken, as is Spanish.

Currency: The US dollar and the Belize dollar.

Entry Requirements: Passport and return tickets are required to enter Belize.

Taxes: Departure tax, $35.00 US is charged when leaving; also travelers entering Belize International by air and connecting to in-country flights are charged a $.75c US security fee.

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