Belize Insider Tips

Belize | Located in the Maya heartland, Belize features more than 900 archaeological sites. Two of our favorites are Xunantunich, meaning maiden of the rock, situated across the river from the village of San Jose Succotz. The site ccupies only 300 square meters but the periphery covers several square kilometers. And, Altun Ha, a major ceremonial and vital trade center during the Classic Period with two principal plazas. The most significant find of Altun Ha is the Jade Head, which represents the Mayan Sun God, Kinich Ahua; it is the largest object carved of jade in the Maya civilization.

Belize | Interested in learning some fun facts about Belize? Here are just a few ... The official language of Belize is English, though most Belizeans are trilingual, also speaking Spanish and Kriol. After the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, Belize stands second in the world with its longest reef featuring an abundance of marine life and is well known for its incredible sinkhole scuba diving site, The Blue Hole. Belize's tropical setting is an ideal habitat for birds, and the country boasts over 300 species of native birds, plus its home to the world's loudest creature: the Black Howler Monkey. And don't be surprised to find a jaguar crossing sign on the highway!

Belize | Dotting the Caribbean Sea, there are approximately 450 cayes (islands) off the country's coast. Most of these form the Belize Barrier Reef, the longest in the western hemisphere at approximately 200 miles long. The reef and its islands have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. Discover the famed snorkeling and dive sites like the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, with an abundance of sea life, and the 124 meter-deep Great Blue Hole.