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 Things to do 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.
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1. 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.
2. Cahal Pech
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,527 reviews
This ancient Mayan site features a museum and several dozen surviving structures.
Reviewed By cliffordicus - Salt Lake City, United States
Cahal Pech is one of the oldest grouping of Mayan Ruins we know of dating back to some of the earliest traces of Mayan history. Compared to many other ruin nearby like Xunantunich, its basically deserted. This is an amazing opportunity to explore some ruins practically on your own (at least that was our experience) the complex goes on and on and is so fun to step into history, literally, and see the amazing structures of a time long past. It's within walking distance of the downtown area (though you'll climb a fairly steep hill) and in really close proximity to a few hotels, including our own, the San Ignacio Resort Hotel. It's close, and it's worth it.
3. Shark Ray Alley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,188 reviews
Reviewed By DailyBaileyB
We saw Shark Ray Alley as part of a Hol Chan Marine Reserve Scuba Tour twice. The first time, the tour guide recommended we spend more time on the reef because Shark Ray Alley is about a 10 minute feeding frenzy. While he wasn't wrong (and also a little overwhelming at first), we didn't realize there's a neat little piece of the reef right nearby. When we went on another tour (same trip to Belize - needless to say, highly recommend it do one of these tours!), and another tour company recommend that we swim around the nearby reef just feet away while the frenzy died down. Was another opportunity to see some of the incredible natural beauty of Belize!
4. Laughing Bird Caye National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 578 reviews
Reviewed By WRG25 - Charlotte, United States
Naia resort arranged snorkeling trip to Laughing Bird Caye for group of guests. the Caye is one of 400+ small islands that populate the offshore area along Belize's barrier reef. Tour guide "Mo" was deeply knowledgeable about the coral breeding and restoration project that she is helping. Island shelters the snorkeling area so we were protected on day when winds were 10-15+ mph. On our two ~1 hour snorkel tours we encountered schools of snapper, several barracuda, a nurse shark, large Caribbean lobster, parrot fish, stingray, etc. Guides cooked BBQ chicken lunch on the open grills that are on the small island. Encountered pod of dolphins on ride back to town - including juveniles. Great experienace that was about 45 min boat ride from the town of Placencia.
5. Caye Caulker
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,829 reviews
Reviewed By TheBrick
We were staying in Ambergris Cay so visited via water taxi, hooked ourselves up with Bernie, a golf cart “taxi” driver and got an incredible tour of the island. It is much smaller than San Pedro and less developed — we preferred it and if we ever return to Belize, will definitely stay on this island.
6. Altun Ha & The Olde Belize River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 372 reviews
Reviewed By jenesaisquoiV - Las Vegas, United States
We were on a cruise when we came to Belize. Rent your own car and drive here! The car rental is right next to the cruise dock. It’s a super easy drive here. You can hire a tour guide here for a small amount and they can give you some history. It’s nice that you can walk all around and see everything. I did see a lady fall down the stairs at the top of one of the ruins. There are some vendors with things for sale outside that can be aggressive.
7. Museum of Belize
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 258 reviews
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday - Closed to the public
Reviewed By cubatravler - Mississauga, Canada
Amazed at the room that up to 6 people would share. A great history lesson on the slaves and the creole language. I always wondered why their accent sounded very close to a Jamaican patois.
8. The Belize Sign Monument
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4.0 based on 542 reviews
Reviewed By JoyceTravel - Avon, United States
There is a great Belize sign inside the cruise terminal perfect for pictures. It is next to swings and a bar/restaurant. It is nice each city and small country in the Caribbean and beyond is doing this. You can get a collection of pics by each port you visit!
9. Secret Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,095 reviews
Reviewed By bananacake60789 - Bethlehem, United States
We rented golf carts and all drove to Secret Beach from Ramon's Village, a group of 30 of us! Secret Beach you must visit!! Music, food, beer, wine, specials, they have it all with lounge chairs and the water there is just great, you can go out so far, and also they have tubes you can lay on, a great place to visit while in San Pedro plus a nice ride to get there.
10. San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 506 reviews
We are the Lead provider of water transportation in Belize! Our transcendent service and impressive fleet will cater to your every travel need. We travel daily to Caye Caulker and San Pedro and we now travel to Chetumal, Mexico MX every other day. CLASS-COMFORT-RELIABILITY San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi... the only way to travel in Belize!
Reviewed By N8069QGchristopherb - Jackson, United States
They did a great job. Greater is at the taxi, took our luggage, directed us to the ticket counter...It was professional, safe, and comfortable. They were right on schedule. Definitely recommend.
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