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
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The 10 Best National 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.
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1. Elijio Panti National Park
2. Mayflower Bocawina National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By majorkiss - Fairfax, United States
Looking for a strenuous hike with a reward at the end? Hike to Antelope Falls. The trails offer ropes to help pull you up the steep parts. At the end is a lovely waterfall, with a Tarzan rope swing into a cool pool of spring water. The ride to the place was quite scenic along Hummingbird highway.
3. Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By M3029UKjuliem
Boat ride around the island through the Mayan built Chanel separating Mexico and Belize. Coconut tart with rum ! Yum ! Cold beer and rum drinks also provided. 3 snorkel spots and lunch at north shore beach. Beautiful !! Loved the sea turtles !!
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. Billy Barquiedier National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By chrisolsen - Salt Lake City, United States
Be sure to stop and do these 2 hikes. The first is a challenging “straight up” hike to a valley lookout. This hike is steep and challenging so you will earn your waterfall swim afterward. Then go to the waterfall for a quick chilly swim – so refreshing after the lookout hike. The rangers are super friendly and helpful.
6. Blue Hole National Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By pTAa10 - Winnipeg, Canada
We had a lot of fun here, and its right on the Humminbird highway! We first check out the self-guided cave tour, which was simply incredible. To be honest, I was especially impressed with the distance they allow you to go inside the cave without hiring a guide. We then took a 45 minute trail to get to the Blue Hole pond, and we took a lovely and refreshing dip amongst fish in the very clear blue water. Seems we were the only people until about 10am, when the amount of visitors began to increase. Getting a bus from Belmopan, I think it cost a total of 4 Belize dollars for us to get a ride.
7. Marco Gonzalez Maya Site
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 182 reviews
A 2000 year old Mayan Archaeological Reserve. A jungle experience while touring this almost "virgin" site. No temples here. But the recent clearing of the house sites will give you a sense of the life of the Maya Traders.
Reviewed By Lynx1963 - Lebanon, United States
Small village with some foundations. Lots of pottery pieces. No one there while we were there, but gate was open. We enjoyed ourselves. We had lots of big spray and went early morning. This is in early excavation. Hopefully they will be able to continue.
8. Rio Blanco National Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By troutmoon - Eureka Springs, United States
Our stop at the Rio Blanco Falls was the highlight of the hot day. We swam, explored behind the powerful falls, and I (nearly 60 years old) jumped off the (smaller) bluff into the clear cool water. Beautiful place!
9. Guanacaste National Park
10. Five Blues Lake National Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 8 reviews
