The Mountainous Maya region attracts lovers of outdoor adventures. Recognizing the value of healthy ecosystems, the Belize government has allocated much of this region as protected areas. As a result, the environment remains very healthy and unspoiled, with abundant wildlife and native vegetation. The Mountainous Maya region of Belize extends west of the Hummingbird Highway and the area that borders the Western Highway.
Occupying one of the last unspoiled places on earth just south of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, Belize is a beautiful Caribbean getaway. There tourists can rest on the white sand, dive the largest coral reef in the Western Hemisphere, walk through lush jungle and explore ancient Mayan ruins all in one vacation. There is much to visit in Belize for travelers.
The Caribbean is full of festivities and the truth is that not only here but also in other parts of the world, parties related to seafood are quite common. Well, in July in Little Belize, the Lobster Festival is celebrated here. Those days people from all over the country and foreign tourism arrive at Caye Caulker, the affectionate island as they also call it, to enjoy a whole weekend full of parties and of course, full of delicious lobsters.
What to see in Belize if you have little time or if you are thinking of going down to Guatemala from Mexico but not before visiting this country. In this article we show you all the things you can do in Belize and what was our travel experience in this country. If you want to know details about our traveling route, so that you can also plan your next trip, then read on!y.
Belize has a coastline of more than 360 kilometers. So imagine the large number of beaches for all tastes that this country has. It may not be one of the best known tourist destinations, rather because of the lack of information we sometimes have regarding its most paradisiacal corners. But this is not an obstacle so that we are not facing one of the best places to spend vacations in the Caribbean.
Belize, formerly known as British Honduras, is the only country in Central America that does not have access to the Pacific Ocean and only has a coastline on the Caribbean Sea in the east. English speaking travelers will feel very safe and convenient there as English is the official language of Belize.
Snorkeling in the Hola Chan Marine Reserve Is it worth it? When you ask locals what to see in Belize or what you can do there, there is no shortage of tourist a
Belize doubled its commitment to tourism that defends the environment at no cost without options for "massification" or "all inclusive", thanks to a careful offer of boutique hotels and crystal clear waters that are the dream of every diver.
How important is it for Belize to attend ITB Berlin? This market is very important for us. It has great potential and there is a great demand from this market. Two years ago, we signed a marketing contract to publicize Belize in the German market and, as a result, last year we had a 25 percent
Travel hassle-free with a pre-booked transfer to/from hotels in San Ignacio from/to hotels in Placencia and Hopkins.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to Flores Peten Guatemala. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Cross the border to Guatemala to visit the Mayan temples of the Tikal archaeological complex, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Uncover marine life around the Belize Barrier Reef on this snorkeling cruise from Caye Caulker. Swim in protected waters among turtles, sharks, manatees, pristine corals, and a shipwreck.
meet the guide at the cruise port , for a memorable kayaking adventure. Hike along a short jungle trail then explore the cave network under the Maya Mountains as you paddle a stable, sit-on-top kayak.
Swim with a variety of fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and nurse sharks among the coral formations of one of the largest barrier reefs on this 7-stop cruise from Caye Caulker to Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Pass the gateway of the Mayan Underworld, stepping into hidden chambers revealing ancient Mayan artifacts, human skeletons and geological processes that have helped to shape the Mayan underworld.
Go on an adventurous jungle hike followed by an expedition into the Crystal Cave, a vast limestone cave system filled with intricate rock formations and huge caverns.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to your accommodation in San Ignacio. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Discover the history of the Ancient Mayans. Explore the historic Mayan Temple of Altun Ha. Go tubing down a relaxing river through a series of caves and zipline over the jungle canopy.
Travel hassle-free with a pre-booked transfer to/from hotels in San Ignacio from/to hotels in Placencia and Hopkins.
Pass the gateway of the Mayan Underworld, stepping into hidden chambers revealing ancient Mayan artifacts, human skeletons and geological processes that have helped to shape the Mayan underworld.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to your accommodation in San Ignacio. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to Flores Peten Guatemala. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Cross the border to Guatemala to visit the Mayan temples of the Tikal archaeological complex, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Go on an adventurous jungle hike followed by an expedition into the Crystal Cave, a vast limestone cave system filled with intricate rock formations and huge caverns.
meet the guide at the cruise port , for a memorable kayaking adventure. Hike along a short jungle trail then explore the cave network under the Maya Mountains as you paddle a stable, sit-on-top kayak.
Uncover marine life around the Belize Barrier Reef on this snorkeling cruise from Caye Caulker. Swim in protected waters among turtles, sharks, manatees, pristine corals, and a shipwreck.
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The Belize District is centrally located between the northern and southern borders of the country with a variety of transportation options to any point both inland and out to the cayes. Fishing, snorkeling, diving and swimming are excellent around nearby St. George's and Goff's caye while the rivers and lagoons are great for boating and sightseeing.
In the western part of Belize, you will find Cayo District, located in approximately 2,000 square miles of succulent landscape. This area shows an incredible fortune of interest and activities for tourists and is also the entrance to Guatemala and the incredible ruins of Tikal. Mountain Pine Ridge is often called the main attraction of the area, but Cayo District also includes many great Mayan ruins, towns such as San Ignacio and Santa Elena, the border of Benque Viejo and the villa between the scenic Río Mopan and Río Macal.
While Corozal District depended for many years on the sugar industry, at one time having its own sugar factory located in Libertad Village, today the economy is more diversified. Sugar production and other agricultural crops such as papaya are still central to the way of life of many rural Corozalenos, but occupations in the tourism industry are slowly becoming more prominent. Now almost 65% of Corozalenos depend on the Commercial Free Zone for employment.
Sugar, though, no longer reigns supreme in Orange Walk. In addition to the economic boost from eco tourism, there has been agricultural diversification in recent years. This has seen the recent introduction of fields of soybean, onions and papayas as cash crops. The Orange Walk district is also well known for its cattle and rum production.
Connecting to any of the southern destinations from either the capital Belmopan or the commercial center Belize City is a beautiful scenic ride on the Hummingbird and Southern Highways. This region is easily accessible by daily commuter flights to Dangriga and nearby Independence.
This eclectic and fascinating land is only just starting to get the attention – and visitors – it deserves and is gaining recognition as Belize’s “emerging destination”. The paving of the Southern Highway is finally nearing completion, the bus service runs regularly, and there are now several daily commuter flights on Tropic Air and Maya Island Air.
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