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National Parcs of Belize
Around 70% of the country is covered in tropical forests, 39% of which are protected forests. This small paradise is now protected by the authorities through national parks and reserves. More than a quarter of Belize is preserved, be it land or sea. There are 17...
History of Belize
A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY The first inhabitants of Belize were the Maya, whose presence is dated to the first half of the first millennium. Belize was part of an empire that extended to other territories in Central America, including present-day Guatemala, Honduras and...
Cayes and Atolls of Belize
The Belize has the longest reef in the Western hemisphere. Spreading over 322 km, it offers a myriad of islands, islets and atolls. Some sites have been registered in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. Those islands or islets called Cayes in Belize can be private...
Ecotourism in Belize
Ecotourism in Belize At a time when other Caribbean countries have a hard time practicing responsible nature preservation, Belize has become a pioneer in ecotourism. Belize worked hard to integrate its tourism sector into a preserved natural environment and wildlife....
Festivals and Celebrations in Belize
Belize’s cultural mix is exceptional. This, almost every month, there are parties and events that you can’t miss and that you will be able to attend. These are great occasions to discover the culture of the country. Febuary - Birdwatching Lagoons and rivers start to...
Art and Culture of Belize
Come and encounter mixed cultures and customs that bring together Mayan, Garifuna, Creole and European identities. DANSE Dance is a fixture in Belizean culture, notably due to its Garifuna heritage. It is unthinkable to hear Punta, the traditional music of...
Fauna and Flora of Belize
The biodiversity With more than 4,000 species of plants including 700 trees, 700 species of butterflies, 630 of birds, 150 of mammals, 600 of fish and 65 species of corals, Belize is a gift from nature. Aware of its exceptional assets, Belize has long been...
Belize Natural Reserves
Belize has an exceptional biodiversity for a country of its size. Since its independence in 1981, the country has passed laws that protect its natural and cultural treasures. Today, more than a quarter of its territory is protected. Great blue hole marine...
The Barrier Reef
The Belize Barrier Reef is about 1000 km long and extends from southern Mexico to northern Honduras. It is the second largest barrier reef in the world after Australia's. It is made up of numerous atolls and islands, some of which are tourist destinations such as Caye...
The Nature Reserves
70% of Belize's land area is tropical forest and 40% is nature reserve status, mostly primary forest. These vast expanses of forest are home to many plant species such as flowers (a multitude of orchids), magnificent trees and a wide variety of animals such as...
Eastertime in Belize
Easter Week in Belize The Holy Saturday Cross Country Cycling Race is held every year starting in San Ignacio Town and ending in Belize City. Belizeans love cycling, which is why this 140 km cycling race is one of their favourite events. The race became...