Are you planning to visit Belize in 2024? Follow these nine tips for the perfect vacation.
1. Pay attention to the weather and seasons when booking your trip
A top tip for traveling in Belize is to pay attention to the seasons when you are planning and booking your trip. Consider what activities you plan to do in Belize. Consider the focus of your trip. Is it sunny days? Is it nature? Is it an outdoor adventure? Or it is tucking away into a resort or hotel and embracing all the land has to offer? Are you needing to cut as many costs as possible to make it affordable? Looking to avoid the crowds, or get stuck into them?
Whatever your intention, it’s important to do your research on the clear seasons here in Belize to ensure you get the most out of your trip.
Dry Season - November to May
Wet Season - June to October
2. Choose a Region
Each region of Belize offers unique adventures. If you want the beach, stay in Ambergris Caye or Placencia.
If you want a destination that offers the best in eco-friendly adventures, stunning landscapes, and fascinating cultural experiences, choose the Cayo District. San Ignacio is a lively town with excellent restaurants, shops, and services.
3. Book Your Hotel
Belize offers all types of lodging. You can find budget motels, boutique resorts, and luxurious jungle lodges.
Most travelers to Belize prefer to stay in an all-inclusive resort where the hotel staff takes care of every detail. After a long day of outings and excursions, you’ll welcome the chance to kick back, relax and enjoy a poolside cocktail. You never have to worry about meals, transportation, or planning your activities.
4. Plan Your Adventures
There are many things to do in Belize, and it’s a good idea to book ahead. Do you want to go zip-lining in the jungle? Do you want to spot rare birds, hike through a wildlife sanctuary and swim in a waterfall? Don’t forget cave explorations and river tubing.
5. Get Your Passport
If you don’t have a passport, it’s time to fill out an application. You can apply at your local Post Office. It can take eight weeks to get a passport, so start the process soon.
6. Book Your Flight
All major US and Canadian airlines fly into Belize City daily. Some hotels offer free shuttle service to and from the airport.
7. Pack Conscientiously
Belize is serious about conservation. Please respect our ecosystems by packing reef-safe sunscreen and eco-friendly insect spray.
8. Pack Light Clothing
There’s no need for formal clothing in Belize. We recommend long-sleeved pants and shirts to protect you from the sun and bugs on jungle adventures. Pack hiking shoes, river shoes and sun protection.
9. Visit Your Doctor
Ask your doctor which shots or immunizations you might need.
Enjoy the Best of Belize at the Cahal Pech Village Resort
Belize is a beautiful country with adventure around every corner. At the Cahal Pech Village Resort, we know how to create the perfect Belize vacation. Our Belize resort is in the heart of the Cayo District. Book with us today.
Questions about visiting Belize? Send us an email or call 239- 494- 3281. We will love to help you plan your Belize vacation.
