Belize

Welcome to Belize

Capital of Belize: Belmopan
Population of Belize: 0.4 million - 16th in North America
Size of Belize: 22,966 km2 - 12th in North America
Languages in Belize: English

Belize boasts a long coastline along the Caribbean Sea and serves as one of the world's top destinations for snorkeling and scuba diving. In a country providing a home for many different ethnic communities, a holiday in Belize ensures visitors experience a blend of cultures sharing a small land endowed with grand natural beauty. As you tour Belize, you'll see dense broadleaf forests sheltering a staggering variety of birds, ancient Maya ruins providing a palpable history lesson, and tiny coastal villages making up in hospitality what they lack in tourist infrastructure. Still relatively unexplored by foreigners, the country offers travelers a chance to experience pristine scenery free of big crowds and pushy souvenir vendors.

Highlights

Caracol was one of the great Mayan ceremonial cities, restored just enough to retain a solid vibe of adventure
Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary is home to hundreds of exotic birds, an experience whether you’re into birding or not
Caye Caulker embodies the chill island vibe of Belize with its absence of cars and timeless atmosphere
Hol Chan Marine Reserve is just one of the many world-class diving and snorkeling sites off the coast of Belize
Cockscomb Basin Forest Reserve is the place for rainforest treks and potential sightings of endangered jaguars
Explore the mysterious UNESCO World Heritage Site the Great Blue Hole by SCUBA diving or snorkeling
Ambergris Caye and its town of San Pedro manage to balance creature comforts with a chill scene of Belizean island life
Head to the Cayo District for everything from river rafting to horseback rides and Mayan ruins with the town of San Ignacio as your base.