City: Belize District
Top Things to do in Belize District
What to do and see in Belize District, Belize: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
The Belize District is a district of the nation of Belize, with its district capital being the nation's largest city, Belize City.
Restaurants in Belize District
1. Strictly Belize
2. The Belize Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,838 reviews
The Belize Zoo is an institution that cares for over 150 native wildlife, and promotes Conservation, Education, Recreation, and Research. It is also the first nature destination in Belize that is accessible to visitors with physical disabilities. We are committed to the conservation of Belize's wildlife and its habitats through the establishment of a well maintained zoological facility and education center, both poised to bring about a greater environmental awareness to the people living in Belize, and to visitors from abroad. In 2014, the Zoo became the first nature destination in the country accessible to persons with physical disabilities. TBZ believes that by bringing the people closer to the animals, which are their natural heritage, they will feel proud of these special resources, and wish to protect them for future generations. All Zoo "residents" were once pets; donated to the Zoo; rescues found injured, abandoned or orphaned and brought in rehabilitation; or born at the Zoo. The Belize Zoo receives no financial support from the Government of Belize, and generates funding to care for its residents through admission fees, tours, donations, and adoption and membership programs.
Reviewed By wendyjared - Palo Alto, United States
We *loved* this little zoo! We stayed a night at the Zoo's Education Center (excellent budget accommodation) and did the night tour. The night tour is totally worth it! Zookeeper Jose walked us through to visit with the tapirs and big cats - it was an amazing experience to come face to face with the cougar and the jaguar. We then went again the next morning to see the animals that are awake during the day. The zoo is run by people passionate about preserving Belize's wildlife, and all the animals are either rescues or were born there. The enclosures are large and jungle like. This means that the animals have a great environment, but sometimes it might be hard to see them - but it gets our vote because it means the animals are happy!
3. Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Tiffy_Bird - La Plata, United States
Although Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary was not on our official itinerary, our guide indulged me and stopped for about 45 minutes. From one waterside spot, we literally saw about 40 bird species in that short time. Several were life birds for me---including the magnificent Jabiru stork. I cannot recommend Crooked Tree enough---especially for birdwatchers. I will definitely return and spend a LOT more time there.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Caribbean Shrimp Company
The Caribbean Shrimp Co. is Belize's oldest shrimp farm. Belizean-Canadian entrepreneurs, agri-tourism advocates. Fresh and frozen organically raised shrimp. Wholesaleand retail sales. Call 225-3360 or 615-3318. Farm Tours, Nature Trails, Captain Hook's Shrimp Restaurant, pool and waterslide, Top birding destination, rescued crocodile sanctuary, paintball park, and more!
