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ADVENTURE FOR ALL BELIZE BY REGION
Cave Rappelling: Take a cave trip you’re sure to From reefs to jungles to beaches to the Northern Belize Northern Western Belize Western Belize
never forget. Actun Tunichil Muknal (commonly mysteries of ancient Maya, Belize has it all. Belize is a destination for those is home to many archaeological
referred to as ATM) and Cahal Pech offer amazing Just make sure to schedule some time to relax. wanting to get closer to Mother sites, like Cahal Pech. Other points
cave rappelling tours that will send you hundreds Nature, avoid large crowds or of interest include the Butterfly
of feet down into places like Black Hole Drop. experience everything from the Farm and the Rainforest Medicinal
archaeological wonders of the Trails and the Benque House of Culture in
Jungle Tumble: The new Jungle Tumble offers Maya sites to exploring the jungles, rainforests Benque Viejo Del Carmen. For the more
travelers a thrilling ride inside a giant 11-foot-tall and lagoons. If you’re looking to get off the grid, adventurous traveler, Nachuch Che’em Park
inflatable ball. Also known as Zorbing, the Jungle head here. is known for its cave tubing and zip-lining
Tumble was originally invented in New Zealand. offerings. And for everything from Maya temples
This new eco-adventure activity allows guests the North Islands Two of the to caving to hiking to kayaking or horseback
opportunity to tumble down custom designed most popular Belizean islands, riding, San Ignacio is definitely the place to be
tracks stretching throughout the Belizean jungle Ambergris Caye and Caye in Western Belize.
and is available just outside of Belize City. Caulker, are located off of the
northern coast of Belize. Caye Southeast Coast The Southeast
Diving: Diving in Belize provides an experience Caulker signs caution visitors to “Go Slow,” but Coast is a blend of culture and
unlike anywhere else. See our diving page for all few need to take notice, as the island’s unwritten adventure. From the Maya
of the best locations and amazing sights to see. motto is evident by its easygoing people, sandy Mountains views to the golden-
roads for golf carts and the rhythmic pace of sand beaches, this region has
Windsports: A parasailing adventure takes place the waves. Ambergris Caye is known as “the something for everyone. Dangriga, a laid-back
a thrilling 400 feet above the boat, and offers place to get away,” and it provides something Garifuna seaside community near Hopkins,
riders spectacular views of the blue Caribbean for everyone, whether it’s underwater adventure is a great beach destination and Placencia
Sea, amazing barrier reef and sandy beaches. or relaxing on the beach. It’s all here, what you is known for water activities like kayaking,
This experience is offered on Ambergris Caye as do is up to you. snorkeling and diving. Inland is full of adventures,
well as Caye Caulker and the pace of the ride can like Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary,
change to cater to either those who long for an Mayflower Bocawina National Park and
exciting adventure, or those looking to just enjoy a Blue Hole National Park. This coast has it all.
leisurely ride with picturesque scenery.
Central Coast Home to the Southern Belize Known by
howler monkeys and many many as “The Forgotten Land,”
rare bird species, Central Belize Southern Belize’s undiscovered
is perfect for travelers looking landscapes serve as a threshold
to get into the wild. Consisting for lush rainforests, ancient
of the Belize and Cayo districts, Maya artifacts, fascinating
Central Belize brings together some of the cultures and enough eco-
country’s best features, including Maya sites, adventures to impress even the most discerning
dense jungles, rushing waterfalls and extensive traveler. Punta Gorda is the gateway to
caves. The Central Coast is also home to everything from off-shore fishing, to river trips,
Belize City, the cultural and business as well as caving, birding and Maya
epicenter of Belize. archaeological sites. Not to mention, some
of the nicest people you’ll ever meet.
Kirsten Long Kirsten Long
klong@olson.com // 612.215.2218 klong@olson.com // 612.215.2218
