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Top Things to Do in Belize
The heart of the Maya empire, Belize is a tropical paradise on the eastern coast of Central America. Edging the Caribbean Sea, Belize offers pristine beaches, rainforest, dense jungle, and breathtaking scenery. Hike to towering waterfalls, see ancient Mayan pyramids, and zipline through the treetops. Enjoy diving in the Belize Barrier Reef and cayes with rich marine life. Whether you crave romance, family fun, culture, or adventure, come discover the best things to do in Belize at Itz'ana.
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Itz'ana Belize Resort
Escape to a luxury resort on the Caribbean Sea with beachfront rooms, suites, and villas, event space, incredible dining, spa services, and Belize adventures. -
Sister Resort
Enjoy a thrilling adventure and seek out a barefoot luxury stay in the heart of Belize's jungle. Savor authentic Belizean-inspired cuisine at our La Ceiba restaurant, or plan your destination wedding in our spacious event space -
Tikal
Tikal is one of Central America's largest archeological sites and urban centres of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization. Explore over 3,000 structures across 21 square miles at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. -
Yaxha Maya Ruins
A 60-minute drive across the Guatemalan border takes Guests to Yaxha National Park where they can enjoy a private guided tour of this lesser visited, atmospheric site. Have drinks at sunset on top of the main temple with views of the rainforest and lake Yaxha. -
Xunatunich Mayan Ruins
A short crossing on the Mopan River on a hand-cranked chain ferry leads to the temples and courtyard of this ancient city held within the Belize rainforest. -
Horseback Riding
Ride across the Mopan River, through the jungle on horseback to Actun Can, a minimally excavated Mayan City with a major history. -
Caracol
Lying in the heart of the Chiquibul Forest Reserve and deep within an almost untouched jungle, explore one of the world's impressive and largest Maya Pyramids - Caracol ("The Snail"). -
Lubaantun
Immerse yourself in speculation of the unknown as your guide takes you through this unique and complex former city, whose most unusual feature is the complete absence of any carved stone monuments. -
San Antonio Ceramic Making
Spend an afternoon with a group of Yucatec Maya women and learn about a craft that they have honed and made into their livelihood: clay-pot making. -
Big Rock Falls
Drive into the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve and away from most of civilization for an intimate experience at one of the most breathtaking sites in western Belize. -
Nim Li Punit
Nim Li Punit, or "Big Hat," is a small but spectacular Maya archaeological site. Explore the three plazas and incredibly well-preserved ball court on a guided tour taking you back 1,200 years to the Late Classic Period, when the city of Nim Li Punit flourished. -
Barton Creek Cave
Hidden within this small community, are the remnants of an ancient Maya civilization silently waiting to be explored in the cool, dark watery underground caverns of Barton Creek Cave. -
Zip Lining
Soar through the sub-tropical jungle canopy from treetop to treetop and gain a bird's eye view of the rainforest below. -
Actun Tunichil Muknal
Hike through the jungle, across 3 rivers, swim into this sacred cave and climb through to major interior cathedrals holding ceramic and skeletal remains from ancient sacrificial ceremonies! -
Cockscomb Basin Forest Reserve
Hike through this lush nature preserve and the world's first jaguar santruary -
Crystal Caves
With a mixture of hiking, rappelling and climbing, you will have the chance to fully appreciate amazing cathedrals and multi-colored formations of every kind. -
Monkey River Tour
Venture far beyond the mangroves on a 15-mile boat trip to the mouth of Monkey River, home to birds, crocodiles, iguanas, and, of course, elusive howler monkeys. -
Belize ZOO
A unique stop for animal lovers, with more than 125 different types of animals set around 29 acres of tropical savanna. -
Bocawina National Park
Hike through the jungle, zip line over the treetops, rappel down a waterfall, and so much more at one of the countries most adventures parks -
Jaguar Tracking
We have a rare opportunity to guide you into the world of the jaguar as it lives today. Learn about and experience first-hand this natural jungle habitat. -
Cave Tubing
Hike through the jungle to a stunning lagoon where you can float along a freshwater river through caves and jungle. -
Silk Caye National Park
Just a short boat ride away, feels like a real castaway snorkeling in crystal blue waters and lounging on pristine beaches. -
Laughing Bird Caye
Just 11 miles off the coast of Placencia, this little national park packs a lot of paradise in, boasting a vast and diverse array of wildlife. -
Barrier Reef
Explore Belize's Grand Channel with a trip to the Belize Barrier Reef, only 14 miles offshore. After a 40-minute boat ride to your dive site, you will see a wide variety of sea life, including sea turtles, moray eels, barracuda, king mackerel, eagle rays, stingrays, manta rays, and, at times, hammerhead sharks, jewfish, and dolphins. -
Great Blue Hole
No trip to Belize would be complete without a visit to one of Jacques Cousteau's favorite places. The Great Blue Hole is a large sinkhole, long renowned for its stunning aerial and underwater views. Almost perfectly circular, the hole stretches 1,000 feet across and plunges 400 feet down, making for an awe-inspiring sight and site.