Best Things to Do in Belize
Belize is compact, occupying about 9,000 square miles. But don't let its size throw you off. Swimmers, snorkelers, and scuba divers will discover paradisiacal spots along the barrier reef, like Hol Chan Marine Reserve and the Blue Hole. Wildlife-seekers will marvel at Belize's magnificent jaguars, pumas, howler monkeys, parakeets, and keel-billed toucans at the Belize Zoo. And culture-hounds will reach new heights exploring impressive Mayan archeological sites, like Corozal, Altun Ha, and Lamanai. It's hard to decide where to start in Belize, but the logical first step is to unwind, relax, and blend in with the country's mellow Caribbean vibe by grabbing your bathing suit and savoring a tropical papaya or carambola (star fruit) along the beach.
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Why go: With its plentiful outdoor activities, this 36-mile-long island off the coast of northern Belize caters ... read more»
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Why go: Plunge into this deep blue hole and you'll discover imposing ancient stalactites (calcium deposits ... read more»
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Why go: Just 20 miles north of Belize City sits Caye Caulker, a four-mile-long, sun-soaked island that ... read more»
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Why go: Travel west of Belize City and you'll discover a cluster of ancient Mayan sites ... read more»
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Why go: Imagine tranquil white-sand beaches topped with rustling palm trees and backed by quaint pastel-colored beachfront ... read more»
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Why go: This sprawling 960-acre Mayan site perched on the New River Lagoon in northern Belize stands ... read more»
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Why go: Set in southern Belize, the Toledo District sits cloaked in a dense rainforest surrounded by ... read more»
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Why go: Facing the southern edge of Ambergris Caye, Hol Chan Marine Reserve is the oldest reserve ... read more»
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Why go: Stroll through this 29-acre zoo and you might think you've trespassed into a jungle ... read more»
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Why go: Situated 32 miles north of Belize City, this 300-year-old 16,400-acre sanctuary is a bird-lover ... read more»
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Why go: In Belize, jaguars rule the land. And the best place to catch a glimpse of ... read more»
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Why go: This popular Mayan site, speckled with tombs, pyramids, and temples, served as a trading nexus ... read more»
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Why go: Belize City, the country's business epicenter, splits into two distinct areas: the North and ... read more»
