Top Things to do in Belize
Top Hotels in Belize
- 1. Pelican Reef Villas Resort
- 2. The Lodge At Chaa Creek
- 3. Colinda Cabanas
- 4. Hopkins Bay, a Muy'Ono Resort
- 5. Weezie's Ocean Front Hotel and Garden Cottages
- 6. Mariposa Belize Beach Resort
- 7. Ramon's Village Resort
- 8. Caribbean Beach Cabanas - A PUR Hotel
- 9. Las Terrazas Resort
- 10. Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
Top 10 Nature & Parks in Belize, Belize
According to famed diver Jacques Cousteau, the Great Blue Hole of Belize is one of the most spectacular dive sites on earth. The crystal-clear sapphire waters are home to colorful tropical fish and several species of reef sharks – ideal for brave divers who love to get up close and personal with sea life. On dry ground, diverse rainforests, mangrove swamps, and Mayan ruins are perfect for exploration. The beaches of Belize are sunny and tranquil spots for a day of relaxation.
Restaurants in Belize
1. Actun Tunichil Muknal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 874 reviews
This remote cave is filled with relics left over from the Mayans.
Reviewed By 143trishc
My family and I visited Actun Tunichil Muknal June of 2019. This is not like a cave in the US where tourists visit. YOu must hike, cross rivers, swim across the pool at the entrance of the cave, wade up streams, squeeze through tight passages, climb rocks in you socks and up a ladder to reach the crystal maiden. Worth every second! It is so beautiful, amazing and tragic too. I am grateful for the experience, it was truly a trip of a lifetime.
2. Mesoamerican Reef
3. Crystal Cave
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By diadelatierra - Springfield, United States
We had an excellent tour of Crystal Cave with Israel from Wildland Belize. He was an exceptional tour guide-- we learned so much and he pointed out all the Mayan artifacts and unique cave formations throughout our tour! It's a challenging hike through the cave but if you have good fitness it's worth it!
4. Glover's Reef Marine Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 213 reviews
Reviewed By lorieeaston49
Lots of beautiful coral and great visibility with snorkeling at relatively shallow depths. We saw nurse sharks and lots of colorful fish. Kids loved it and we felt safe and confident with the crew and trip. Boat ride on the way out was smooth, but choppy on the way back (maybe the winds shifted)... so take dramamine if you get sea sick. Overall a great morning on the water. Great for taking underwater pics too if you have a waterproof camera.
5. Mexico Rocks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By Woodbine_Resident - Bonita Springs, United States
We went on a snorkel tour with Daryl from Searious Adventures to Mexico Rocks Reef. We saw abundant reef fish, a big barracuda named Henry, many lobsters, southern rays, several coral varieties and green sea turtles. It was an easy place to get around, with lots to see. High quality snorkel tour.
6. Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By taxladyPA
The owner of our lodge in Belize arranged this half day cave tubing. Our guide was Dione, and it was only myself, my husband and our 24 year old daugher on this cave tubing trip. It was a lot of fun, we saw some beautiful cave formations and enjoyed the opportunity to cool down in the river. At some points it was pretty shallow (lift your butt) but as Dione promised he got us through. Dione was a great guide, and made the whole experience a lot of fun. We had lunch afterwards on site, and the food was very good - try the ceviche.
7. Great Blue Hole
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 529 reviews
The most famous dive site in Belize was discovered by Jacques Cousteau.
Reviewed By charlieo122 - Haleiwa, United States
Seeing the stalagmites and stalactites 140 feet down is an awesome experience. And you can't see the bottom from there. Our dive lasted about 8 minutes at the Arch. Not much to see- a few fish and perhaps a shark. The boat trip from San Pedro takes about 2.5 hours. Open seas can get rough. Park fee is $40 per person. It's a worthwhile experience. The tour includes two additional dive sites where you'll see lots of colorful fish, corals, sharks, rays, turtles, giant groupers, etc. A full day trip that starts at 6:00am and gets back to San Pedro around 5:30pm
8. Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,912 reviews
This beautiful nature reserve is in an area world famous for its excellent diving.
Reviewed By BostonSpaann
Marine reserve is so well managed. Amazing corals and huge and abundant variety of fish from Angel fish, parrotfish, grouper, horse-eyed jacks and barracuda Went on to Shark Alley and swam with the Nurse Sharks and Rays - fantastic experience. We went with Ramons Dive Village who were excellent.
9. Community Baboon Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
The Community Baboon Sanctuary is one of the first of its kind in the the world in terms of how it is set up. It is a Non Governmental,community base organization which is manage by the Women's Conservation Group(Local women from the area). The Community Baboon Sanctuary is home to more than 3500 howler monkeys and over 250 species of birds. A wide variety of other animals frequent the area..
Reviewed By CathyG229 - Baltimore, United States
We arranged for someone from the zoo to pick us up from where we were staying in Belmopan, bring us to the zoo, have a personal tour and then drop us off at our hotel in Belize City. Next time, I would stay at the sanctuary.
10. Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 322 reviews
This reserve was established to help protect the endangered jaguar and other species native to Belize.
Reviewed By WanderSpy
We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip to Cockscomb Basin, with a short hike in to swim at the waterfalls and then a relaxing tube down the lazy river in the jungle. Our guide, Benedicto Choc from the Maya Center Village, was extremely knowledgeable about the area, pointing out various native flora and sharing local Mayan lore. He can also tell you where to spot toucans and would be an excellent guide for birdwatching or hikes in to Victoria Peak. Thank you for a great day!
