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This Marine Reserve is located approximately 22 miles from Placencia on the main barrier reef. This area is one of the more popular spot for day excursions from Placencia and offers ... moregreat snorkeling and with our version of Shark, Ray and Turtle alley. Visitors to this reserve are guaranteed to have the time of their lives snorkeling and swimming with these creatures in their natural environment. The small coral islands offers the perfect place for an island bar-b-que or a picnic lunch.
Silk Grass Forest Reserve is a forest reserve and is located in Stann Creek, Belize.
Lesser-known but just as spectacular is the South Water Caye Marine Reserve. It is one of the largest reserves in the Belize Barrier Reef System at nearly 117,875 acres (approximately ... more47,700 hectares). A ring of islands and mangrove forests make up the reserve and create a sheltered oasis for visitors and rare marine life. South Water Caye is known for its dense, red mangroves that thrive alongside coral outcrops and the rare diamond-shaped reefs known as faro. According to the Wildlife Conservation Society, “the sheltered waters and mangrove systems of the Pelican Cayes in the southern area of the Marine Reserve have been identified as one of the most biodiverse marine systems within the western hemisphere, supporting several endemic species, and species new to science.” This reserve is also significant due to its variety of fish and abundance of Spiny Lobster and conch. If you are lucky, you might see local artisanal fishers in this area, towing dugout canoes attached to their waists and using traditional free-dive techniques to fish.
The dazzlingly clear, sheltered waters are also perfect for diving, snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking. Divers see dramatic and colorful coral spur and groove formations. If the beach is more your speed, the southern portion of the reserve is well known for its sandy beaches. Since the reef is only a short swim from the shore, you can swim to nature’s aquarium in between relaxing in your hammock. “We went because we wanted to walk into the water and swim to the reef. This is truly not only possible but uniquely wonderful and satisfying,” said one TripAdvisor visitor.
Southwest Caye Wall is a popular diving spot in Belize known for its vertical drop-off. The wall starts at 130 feet and descends to 350 feet, making it a challenging but rewarding ... moredive for experienced divers.
The wall is home to a variety of marine life, including sharks, turtles, and rays. Divers can also colorful coral formations and sponges.
An advanced diver’s spot for sure, this is one you’ll want to explore over and over again.
Not into diving? Southwest Caye Wall is a great place for kayaking and snorkeling as well. The clear waters offer stunning views of the coral reef and the surrounding marine life.
At St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park (SHBHNP), there are unique geological features that can be found within 575 acres of forest rich with wildlife. The main attractions in this ... morepark, namely the St. Herman’s Cave and the Blue Hole, are connected by an underground stream. Visitors can walk 200 yards into the cave entrance unguided or can hire a guide to traverse the cave completely, seeing beautiful speleothems and Mayan artifacts. After a guided tour through St. Herman’s Cave, you can float peacefully back to the entrance of the cave on an inner tube.
The Blue Hole is a cool and refreshing place for an afternoon swim. It was formed by the collapse of an underground limestone cave. In this case, the river running through the original cavern still flows through the cave system, and forms a sapphire-colored pool at the bottom of the cenote. The depression measures about 100 feet deep and 300 feet in diameter, with the actual Blue Hole at the depression’s base having a depth of about 25 feet.
(Courtesy Belize Audubon Society)
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Crystal Cave is a cave tucked away in the dense tropical forest of Blue Hole National Park. It is one of the most accessible Maya caves in the country and offers a glimpse into the ... moreMaya Classical period.
The cave is named after the crystal-clear water that flows through it. The water is so clear that the visitors can see the stalactites and stalagmites that have been forming for thousands of years.
The cave is also home to a variety of Mayan artifacts, including pottery, stone tools, and even human remains. Visitors can explore the cave on their own or with a guide.
St. John's Cathedral is the oldest Anglican church in Central America. It was built in 1812 with bricks that were transported by ship from England. The cathedral is located in Belize ... moreCity, and it is a popular tourist destination.
Four Kings of the Mosquito Coast were crowned here from 1815 to 1845. The Mosquito Coast was a region of Central America that was once ruled by the British.
St. John's Cathedral is a beautiful and historic building. It is a great place to learn about the history of Belize and the Anglican Church.
Located in the Cayo District of Belize, the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve is a protected area that is home to a variety of bird, mammals, plants and other animal species. The tropical ... moreand subtropical moist forests provide habitats for the wildlife, including Belize's national animal, the Baird's tapir. Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve is one of the few areas protecting the biological diversity of the Maya Mountain northern foothills ecosystem.
Tau Witz (translating as "dwelling of a local god of the hill") is a Maya site located within Mayflower Bocawina National Park. The site contains the unexcavated ruins of a 43 by 64 ... moremeter temple, along with a single stela and the site of a granite quarry, the only known quarry near the Mayflower Bocawina sites. The ruins are reachable by a 0.75-mile trail, signed as the Tau Witz Trail, which begins near the park visitor center and Mayflower Mayan Ruins.
Archeological artifacts make the site hard to date exactly, however, it is assigned to the Terminal Classic Period of Mayan architecture. Artifacts found at the site remain on display inside the park visitor center.
As the largest and most intact reef system within the Northern Hemisphere, the Belize Barrier Reef System comprises seven (7) key marine reserve zones, over four hundred cayes (islands), ... moreand three (3) atolls. The reef’s crystal blue waters are a haven for its marine community and an enticing exploratory region for SCUBA divers and snorkelers.
The seven protected areas are (1) Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve, (2) Blue Hole Natural Monument, (3) Half Moon Caye Natural Monument, (4) South Water Caye Marine Reserve, (5) Glover's Reef Marine Reserve, (6) Laughing Bird Caye National Park, and (7) Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve.
Discover over five hundred species of fish, seventy hard coral, and thirty-six soft coral species among the plenty of aesthetic views both above and below water. In 1996, this reef was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its significant habitats and natural development. Add the cultural appeal of Belize and skilled guides, and you’ve got yourself the dive trip of a lifetime.
The Belize River, also known as "the Old River", runs 290km through the center of Belize. The river begins where the Mopan River and Macal River join just east of San Ignacio, Cayo, ... moreBelize.The river served as the main medium of commerce and communication between the interior and the coast until well into the twentieth century. Presently, the river is a vital source of water and domestic use for local people living along the river.
The Great Blue Hole (or Blue Hole Natural Monument) is a popular attraction within the Belize Barrier Reef System, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located near the center of the Lighthouse ... moreReef, it is a large, magnificent underwater limestone sinkhole off the coast of Belize. This natural phenomenon is approximately 1000 feet across and over 400 feet deep, and is the largest marine sinkhole hole on earth.
Divers descend into the Blue Hole’s tranquil abyss to see geological wonders and fascinating marine life. Giant stalactites, dripstone sheets, and columns are located in the Gallery at the southern rim of the Blue Hole. These structures formed in a dry cavern above sea level during glacial periods.
Jacques Cousteau revealed the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole to millions of viewers in 1971 through the television series The Undersea World of Jacques-Yves Cousteau. Today, dive boats follow the way of the famous Calypso to explore one of the world’s best destinations for scuba diving. Come to Belize to experience the Great Blue Hole via diving trips, snorkeling trips, flyover tours, and skydiving jumps.
The Macal River runs through the Cayo District, Belize. It meets with the Mopan River at Branch Mouth to form what is called the Belize River. The size of the Macal River catchment ... morebasin is approximately 1492 square kilometers. The Macal River rises in a rugged portion of the Maya Mountains and flows in a northerly direction where it joins with the Mopan.
The Mopan River runs from the Peten Department of Guatemala to Branch Mouth, Cayo District, Belize. At Branch Mouth it merges with the Macal River to form what is called the Belize ... moreRiver.
The Mopan River is an important source of drinking water in Belize and is also one of the best rivers to enjoy water sports including swimming, tubing, canoeing, fishing, etc.
A trip to Xunantunich takes visitors across the Mopan River before the hike (or drive) up the hill to the main plaza of the ruins.
The Museum of Belize is an art and history museum. Located in Belize City, this museum was built between the years of 1854 and 1857 while Belize was still under Britain's rule, and ... moreinitially served as a prison. It was later transformed to The Museum of Belize in 2002. The museum is divided into three sections: History, Exhibits and Activities. The museum of Belize strives to provide inclusive history and learning experiences of Belize's history and Culture.
To learn more about the museum, watch our video above, or read our blog.
Opening Hours:
9am to 4:30pm, Tuesday through Saturday.
(Closed on Mondays and National Holidays)
Thousand Foot Falls is a sight to behold. With 1,290 acres designated as a monument within the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, it is located only an hour and a half from San Ignacio ... moreTown.
Did-you-know that the actual height of this waterfall is 1,600 feet?
This waterfall is picturesque and is the highest waterfall in the country. It is also thought to be the highest in the entire Central American region.
Adventures are endless here. Take a hike down the trail and enjoy a refreshing dip into the freshwater stream. This stream runs through the Maya Mountains, down Thousand Foot Falls and into River Valley-Roaring Creek. The water stream eventually connects to the Belize River.
Get ready for nature-adventure that is second to none. Explore Thousand Foot Falls!
An exhilarating 1.5-hour nature hike to this impressive cave with a guide offers amazing views of the rainforest and Maya farming practices. The return trip can be made on a canoe.
Tikal is an ancient Mayan citadel in the rainforests of northern Guatemala. Possibly dating to the 1st century A.D., Tikal flourished between 200 and 850 A.D. and was later abandoned. ... moreIts iconic ruins of temples and palaces include the giant, ceremonial Lost World (Mundo Perdido) Pyramid and the Temple of the Grand Jaguar. At 70 meters, Temple IV is the tallest pre-Columbian structure in the Americas.
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The Tres Cocos Channel is located inside of the barrier reef. The area is only 4-8ft deep, but there is a variety of marine life to explore. You will see numerous species of fish, ... moreas well as Elkhorn Corals and large Brain Corals in the area.
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