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Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Learn more about this unique people group in Belize, who first arrived in Belize nearly 200 years ago. The Garifuna people still sometimes wear traditional ethnic clothing of yellow, ... moreblack and white, and have their own flag of the same colors. Garifuna Settlement Day on November 19th is a nationally recognized day to commemorate when the Garifuna people first settled in Belize in what is now Dangriga Town on November 19th, 1823. If you’re in town during this holiday, your guide will take you to the re-enactment of when the Garifuna people first arrived on the shores of Belize. Locals in Dangriga dress up in traditional clothing and paddle in dug-out canoes as part of the re-enactment. Stick around for the fantastic street festival and parade with dancing, drumming and punta music. Try some tasty Garifuna dishes such as Hudut (fish cooked in coconut milk), fried plantains, and cassava dishes. If you visit Belize during another part of the year, your guide will still take you to Dangriga Town where you can visit the Drums of Our Father's monument, dedicated to the Garifuna culture. You can also stop in at the Lebeha Drumming Center in the nearby village of Hopkins. There you can watch, listen, and participate in cultural dances and learn how to play the Garifuna drums. The whole family will love this tour!
What to bring:
-packed breakfast and/or lunch
-bottled water and/or snacks
What to wear:
-comfortable clothing and hiking/running shoes
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Take a guided tour that will immerse you in the culture of some of the earliest tradespeople in Belize. Learn about traditional Mayan crafts such as slate carving, bead making, and ... morepottery. These trades are still practiced today, and there are several local people who will be eager to tell you more about their craft. Your guide will give you a history of the chicleros- the workers who extracted chicle from the sapodilla trees by hand. Learn about the process of tapping the trees for chicle, which was used for chewing gum, dental supplies, and surgical tape. Your guide will take you to the statue of the chiclero, located in Benque Viejo del Carmen, which is dedicated to these hard-working people. Lastly, you will learn about the woodcutters of Belize. The early woodcutters were known as Baymen, and logging was a huge industry in Belize. During the 1700s and 1800s, Baymen exported thousands of tons of logwood back to England. Enjoy this informative and interesting tour describing some of Belize’s earliest industries.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Enjoy this interesting history tour of the Mayan people of Belize, from the country’s earliest inhabitants, all the way up to the modern-day Mayan people. As your guide leads you through ... morethe Mayan caves where the Mayan people used to dwell, you will learn more about the glyphs and carvings on the caves, and how the network of caves is connected to the ancient Mayan cities. Also learn about the three distinct Mayan people groups- the Mopan, Yucatec, and Kekchi, who each speak their own language. Your guide will introduce you to local Maya people who still speak these languages and you will get to learn some Mayan words. You will also learn more about the Mayan calendar, Mayan gods, and Mayan traditions and rituals. Learn about the sacred copal and other herbs used in Mayan healing and Mayan rituals and traditions that took place in the caves, which the Mayan people were entranced to Xibalba, or the underworld. Learn about the sacred copal and other herbs used in Mayan healing and Mayan rituals and traditions that took place in the caves, which the Mayan people were entrances to Xibalba, or the underworld. Learn more about other Mayan legends and superstitions on this fantastic tour.
What to bring:
-packed breakfast and/or lunch
-bottled water and/or snacks
What to wear:
-comfortable clothing and hiking/running shoes
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Meet a local artist who practices the ancient art of Mayan pottery and ceramic making. He or she will demonstrate the process of ceramics making, from shaping the clay to baking it. ... moreThe Mayan people found natural pigments to make their beautiful, handmade pottery colorful. Learning how the process of ceramic making changed and developed throughout the periods, and how it is still practiced today. The local artist will even let you try your hand at making your own beautiful pottery- come take this fun and interactive class and come home with your own handmade souvenir!
What to bring:
-packed breakfast and/or lunch
-bottled water and/or snacks
What to wear:
-comfortable clothing and hiking/running shoes
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
kombucha is a slightly fermented, effervescent, sweetened herbal drink that is claimed to have health benefits such as helping with heart health, weight management, and digestive health. ... moreMeet Evan and Lainey, who make kombucha in their beautiful jungle yoga ashram that overlooks the spectacular Monkey Falls in Cristo Rey. Learn how they make it with fresh exotic herbs such as chaya, gumbo limbo, and more. Sample several different delicious varieties and buy a bottle or two to bring home to share with family or friends!
What to bring:
-packed breakfast and/or lunch
-bottled water and/or snacks
What to wear:
-comfortable clothing and hiking/running shoes
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
You will join us at downtown San Ignacio where we will be hearing the cultural music. We will have a one-hour cultural dance session where you will get to learn to dance to the traditional ... moreGarifuna music also known to the locals as the "national music of Belize" which is called PUNTA. Punta came from the African word "Bunda" which means the movement of your buttocks. :-)
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
The Mystical Mayan Experience is a three (3) part tour: (VEGAN/VEGETARIAN-FRIENDLY) First stop: The San Ignacio Farmers Market where you will be introduced to the native crops that ... moreare in season in Belize, sampling exotic fruits. You will also get to see cultural foods, arts and crafts and "Made in Belize" souvenirs.
Second stop: Then off we go to one of our beautiful ancient Mayan sites; we choose between Xunantunich or Cahal Pech. There we will talk about the indigenous Mayans of Belize and what life was like for them back in the BC and early AD era. Guests get to explore and climb selected temples.
Third stop: To San Antonio Village we go. This is one of the few villages in the country of Belize where the people still follow their Mayan Traditions. Timotea and her family will welcome you and show you how to make your own corn tortillas and how to eat it in the Mayan way. You also get to sample the atole which is a Mayan corn drink. One of the highlights of the trip is the ceramic pottery making, and yes you get to make your own pottery of your choice. And finally, we sit down and eat a traditional Mayan lunch made from the crops harvested by the Women's Coop.
With our stomach's, minds and heart's content we deliver you back to San Ignacio Town or your place of stay so you can unwind and continue to enjoy your day.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
We meet at the Cayo Welcome Center where you get an introduction to Belize and San Ignacio and a glimpse of what life was like before the Welcome Center was built. We then take a walk ... moredown Burns Avenue also known as the Tourist street, walking up to Constitution Park where we talk about the colonial history of the community in comparison to what we presently see.
We point out major historical buildings and landmarks like the San Ignacio Police Station and the Hawkesworth Bridge which we will also take a walkover as we go to the twin town of Santa Elena. We will make a stop at one of our major tortilla factories where guests get to learn how modern-day corn tortillas are made and the processes and machines being used.
We cross back into San Ignacio town using the low wooden bridge where you get some history of the Macal River that flows beneath it. Our final stop will be the San Ignacio Farmers Market where you get to sample exotic Belizean fruits, learn the medicinal values of the foods and herbs available, and make your own corn tortilla the traditional Mayan way. We then take you back to the Cayo Welcome Center as we end the tour.
Belize has many different ethnic groups that have their own unique way of cooking and the spices they combine to flavor the food they cook. On this tour, you will be meeting with our ... moreprofessional cook who will teach you how to make foods from 4 major cultures we have here in Belize, Mestizo, Creole, Garifuna, and Mayans. With her help, you will make yourself a full 3-course meal including dessert. You can ask all the questions you want about Belizean Cultural cooking while you work. As you cook you will be given the opportunity to sip on the local Belizean wine of your choice. And for the people who chose not to consume alcoholic beverages, we have exotic fruit juices just for you.
This tour caters to meat lovers, vegans, vegetarians, gluten intolerant, and anyone who has dietary restrictions.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
This tour is done in collaboration with the Drums, not Guns Program. A member of the Program will be your instructor, teaching you the art of holding your drums, some history of the ... moreSambai, and how to play.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
We pick you up at your hotel in San Ignacio, we take you to the Belize-Guatemala Border where our Tikal Expedition team provides assistance with customs procedures. Then we board the ... morevehicle and head towards Tikal where we will have one of the best adventures
Experience the living heart of Garifuna culture on an unforgettable journey through Hopkins Village. Begin by fishing with local fishermen, learning traditional techniques and discovering ... morethe deep connection between the Garifuna people, the Caribbean Sea, and their food traditions.
Continue to Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island at Palmento Grove for an immersive cultural and culinary experience. Explore Garifuna history and ancestral traditions, stroll through an herbal garden to discover plants traditionally used for food and healing, and participate in a hands-on farm-to-table cooking experience using fresh local ingredients.
Learn traditional food preparation, hear the stories behind the dishes, and experience the rhythms of Garifuna life through drumming, music, and cultural storytelling.
More than a tour, this is a full cultural immersion—connecting you with local people, traditional fishing, food, history, nature, music, and the living heritage of one of Belize’s most remarkable cultures.
Step beyond sightseeing and experience Garifuna culture from the inside. At Palmento Grove in Hopkins, Belize, guests are welcomed into a hands-on cultural and culinary journey where ... morehistory, food, nature, music, and ancestral traditions come together.
Discover the remarkable story of the Garifuna people through engaging storytelling before exploring our herbal garden and learning about traditional plants used for food, wellness, and everyday life.
Then roll up your sleeves and enter the Garifuna kitchen. Learn traditional cooking techniques, work with fresh local ingredients, and discover how staples such as coconut, plantain, cassava, seafood, herbs, and spices have shaped Garifuna cuisine for generations. Prepare, taste, and enjoy authentic dishes while learning the cultural stories behind the food.
The experience comes alive through traditional Garifuna drumming, rhythms, music, and cultural interaction—giving you the opportunity to participate rather than simply observe.
Perfect for couples, families, groups, food lovers, and culturally curious travelers, this experience offers a meaningful connection to the living heritage of Hopkins.
Step into the heart of Garifuna culture with an authentic, hands-on cooking experience in Hopkins Village. More than a cooking class, this is an opportunity to discover the history, ... moretraditions, flavors, and stories that have shaped the Garifuna people for generations.
Learn traditional preparation techniques using fresh local ingredients such as coconut, plantain, cassava, herbs, seafood, and seasonal produce. From preparing ingredients by hand to cooking alongside your Garifuna hosts, you'll discover how food connects family, community, land, and ancestral knowledge.
As the meal comes together, enjoy cultural storytelling, learn about traditional herbs and ingredients, and experience the warmth and rhythm of Garifuna hospitality. Then sit down and enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepare.
Come hungry, cook with us, and leave with more than a recipe—you'll take home a deeper connection to the living Garifuna culture of Hopkins Village.
Cook the food. Hear the stories. Taste the culture.
Feel the heartbeat of Garifuna culture in an authentic, hands-on drumming class at Palmento Grove on Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island. Guided by a veteran Garifuna drummer, guests ... morego beyond simply learning how to beat a drum—they discover the meaning, history, and spirit behind Garifuna rhythms.
Learn traditional drumming techniques, explore the role of the Primero and Segunda drums, and experience how rhythm, song, movement, and storytelling have carried Garifuna heritage from generation to generation.
Whether you're a complete beginner or a music lover, you'll have the opportunity to play, connect, laugh, and experience the powerful energy of Garifuna music in an intimate cultural setting.
Come ready to learn. Leave carrying the rhythm, stories, and spirit of the Garifuna people.
Discover the soul of Hopkins Village through its people, stories, flavors and living Garifuna heritage. This immersive cultural tour takes you beyond sightseeing to meet local icons, ... morehear fascinating legends and uncover the history that shaped one of Belize’s most celebrated Garifuna communities.
Journey through the village while visiting meaningful cultural sites, local artisans and food stops. Meet community personalities, learn about traditional drum making and Garifuna customs, explore herbal knowledge, and taste authentic local treats along the way.
Your experience combines history, storytelling, food, art and community connection, giving you an insider’s view of everyday life in Hopkins. Complete your journey with delicious local flavors while enjoying the warm hospitality for which the village is known.
More than a village tour, this is an opportunity to meet the people behind the culture, taste the traditions and hear the stories that keep Hopkins’ heritage alive.
Paddle into the wild side of Hopkins on a peaceful bird-watching and kayaking adventure through Freshwater Creek Lagoon, a historic waterway surrounded by rich wetland and mangrove ... morehabitat.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, glide quietly across the lagoon while watching for native and migratory birds and other wildlife. Along the way, discover the lagoon’s connection to Garifuna history, traditional life and the natural environment that has sustained the community for generations.
Perfect for bird lovers, nature enthusiasts, photographers and adventurous travelers, this experience combines kayaking, wildlife observation, local knowledge and Garifuna heritage in one unforgettable eco-cultural journey.
Slow down, listen to the sounds of nature and experience Freshwater Creek Lagoon from the water—where every paddle brings you closer to the birds, landscape and living heritage of Hopkins, Belize.
Guided Freshwater Creek Lagoon Kayaking Adventure Discover the natural beauty and living history of Hopkins, Belize, on a guided kayaking adventure through Freshwater Creek Lagoon. ... morePaddle across calm waters surrounded by mangroves, tropical vegetation and abundant wildlife while your local guide brings the lagoon’s fascinating story to life.
Once an important waterway for the Garifuna community, Freshwater Creek Lagoon offers much more than a scenic paddle. Learn about its connection to local history, traditional livelihoods, plants, birds and the surrounding ecosystem as you explore areas best experienced from the water.
Perfect for beginners, couples, families and nature lovers, this relaxing eco-adventure combines kayaking, wildlife, history and authentic local knowledge.
Escape the crowds, connect with nature and experience one of Hopkins’ hidden natural treasures—one paddle at a time.
Step into the heartbeat of Garifuna culture with an authentic drum-making and drumming experience in Hopkins Village, Belize. Learn directly from skilled local Garifuna drum makers ... moreand drummers who keep this treasured tradition alive.
Discover how traditional Garifuna drums are handcrafted, from selecting natural materials to shaping, preparing and finishing the drum. Hear the stories and cultural meaning behind the craft and learn why the drum remains such a powerful symbol of Garifuna identity, celebration and community.
Then, put your hands to the rhythm! Learn the roles of the Primero and Segunda drums, practice traditional beats and experience how drumming connects with song, dance and storytelling.
More than a class, this is a hands-on encounter with living heritage—meet the culture bearers, discover the craft and feel the rhythm of Garifuna life in Hopkins
Experience the best of Garifuna culture, authentic Belizean food and outdoor adventure in one unforgettable Hopkins experience. Designed for travelers who want to do more than simply ... morevisit Belize, this immersive tour invites you to paddle, cook, taste, learn and connect with local Garifuna heritage.
Begin with a guided kayaking adventure on Freshwater Creek Lagoon, a historic waterway surrounded by mangroves and tropical scenery. Paddle the peaceful lagoon as your local guide shares stories about the environment, wildlife, Hopkins Village and the Garifuna community’s connection to these waterways.
Then continue to Palmento Grove for an authentic Garifuna cultural and culinary experience. Discover traditional ingredients, learn about herbs and ancestral practices, and take part in preparing Garifuna-inspired food using time-honored techniques. From coconut and farm-fresh ingredients to storytelling, music and drumming, every part of the experience brings you closer to the people behind the culture.
What makes this adventure special is the opportunity to experience nature and living Garifuna heritage in one booking—without rushing between separate tours.
Perfect for couples, families, food lovers, cultural travelers and adventure seekers looking for an authentic experience in Hopkins, Belize.
Don't just see Hopkins—paddle its waterways, taste its traditions and experience its Garifuna heartbeat.
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