The Cayo District is a nature lovers paradise; blanketed in lush jungle Belize’s rainforest is home to more than 500 bird species.
Listen to the eerie calls of the howler monkeys up in the trees, spot iridescent butterflies and keep your eyes peeled for the elusive jaguar. Rise with the sun and head out for a dawn bird watching expedition or watch a new world unfold within the forest under the cover of darkness. Known as the Highlands of Belize, this is where visitors will find lush jungle and pine forests, cave systems, enigmatic Mayan ruins, waterfalls and emerald pools.
A centre for adventure activities, spend your days tubing down the river, zip lining through the jungle canopy or exploring rainforest trails on foot, by bike or on horseback.
Classic Guatemala & Belize
Itinerary Highlights
- Colonial Antigua
- Enigmatic Tikal Mayan ruins
- Crystal clear waters of the Caribbean
- Stunning Lake Atitilan
Blissful Belize
Itinerary Highlights
- Jungle experience in the Cayo District
- Beautiful accommodation throughout
- Wildlife spotting opportunities both on land and at sea
- Stunning white beaches of Ambergris Caye
Blancaneaux Lodge
This lodge provides luxurious accommodation in the wild and remote north-western area of the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest, near to Privassion Creek.Surrounded by rivers, waterfalls and the rainforest, visitors can explore on horseback, visit the nearby Mayan ruins at Copan, and relax in a hammock.This well-establish family-run lodge has 20 palm-thatched wooden villas and cabañas, all with nic...
Black Rock Lodge
This lodge is set in a stunning and remote location on the banks of the Macal River in the Mayan Mountains of the Cayo District.They have 13 cabins of different categories, a restaurant and bar. This is a great value lodge and perfect for couples and families looking for a lodge in a remote & scenic setting.Whether canoeing down the pristine Macal River, horseback riding to the Flour Camp caves, o...
Belize Mayan Discovery & Beach
Itinerary Highlights
- Mayan ruins & wildlife at Lamanai
- Garifuna culture in the Toledo District
- Exceptional bird watching opportunities
- Crystal clear Caribbean waters
Chaa Creek Lodge
Award-winning eco-lodge, Chaa Creek Lodge, is on the banks of the Macal River and set in 365 acres of private nature reserve, where peccaries (a member of the pig family), monkeys and over 300 species of birds can be spotted.Guests on their holiday to Belize are literally surrounded by one of the most pristine ecosystems in the world. There are 23 comfortable palm-thatched cottage rooms with decks...
Pook's Hill Lodge
Pook's Hill is a friendly and warm lodge set inside a 300 acre private reserve nearby to the Maya Mountains.Pook’s Hill offers 11 cabanas which feature traditional Mayan style roofs, a private bathroom and a ceiling fan. In the main lodge, guests can dine at the restaurant where Mayan, Belizean and European food is served by lantern light.During the day, you can explore the jungle throug...
Ka'ana
Ka'ana is a luxury resort with a strong emphasis on the environment, community and ensuring tourists have the best possible authentic stay in Belize.Situated nearby to the towns of San Ignacio, Santa Elena, Succotz and Benque in the Cayo District, this wonderful resort offers some beautiful accommodations. These include the Two Bedroom Private Pool Villa, spread over 2, 400 square feet, the On...
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