If you’re like most world travelers, you probably plan your spring and summer vacations during the holiday season. As far as bang for your buck goes, Belize is one of the most underrated destinations in the Western Hemisphere. Here’s a brief sampling of some of the more compelling reasons to plan a Belize vacation in 2019.
Wildlife Watching You’ll Never Forget
Belize is legendary for its biodiversity and rugged countryside. As such, it’s a paradise for people that like to see exotic animals in their native habitats. Bird watchers in particular will be interested to know that Belize boasts over 500 unique avian species ranging from the collared aracari to the jabiru.
Thrilling Tours of Ancient Mayan Cities
While many of the more famous Maya ruins are found in nearby Mexico, Belize is no slouch when it comes to lost cities. From sprawling metropolises like Xunantunich to sacred caves like Actun Tunichil Muknal, there’s no shortage of exploration options. Day trips to these breath-taking sites are easy to reserve.
The Most Gorgeous Beaches in the World
Blessed with an expansive coastline featuring dozens of cayes, Belize has Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Aruba all beat handily when it comes to sandy beaches. Visitors can while away the hours diving and snorkeling the Belize Barrier Reef in search of nurse sharks, dolphins, and rare West Indian manatees.
Outstanding Cave Tubing Opportunities
If you’ve never experienced the otherworldly magic that is cave tubing, you’re letting the best in life pass you by. Cave tubing is easily one of the most popular adventure activities in Belize. Participants don headlamps and float along for miles underground, dodging underground waterfalls and stalactites on the way.
Jungle Zipline Experiences Like No Other
While ziplining in any location is exhilarating, nothing holds a candle to zipping through a Belize jungle canopy. Belize has a slew of zipline courses located throughout the countryside for travelers to choose from.
Booking the Best Jungle Lodge in Belize
Making the most of your Belize adventure is much easier if you pick a great jungle lodge as a home base to explore from. Caves Branch is a unique Belize jungle lodge just south of Belmopan, the Capital of Belize, that puts intrepid travelers right in the middle of the action.
Call us now to reserve a spot in one of our luxury tree houses for your upcoming Belize vacation!