If you’ve been itching to jump into an adventure in Belize that doesn’t force you to stand in long lines or endure long wait times because attractions are so popular, there's always a crowd, perhaps it’s time you looked beyond Belize's beaches and shoreline attractions.
Maya ruins and bird watching are, of course, wildly popular. What nation wouldn’t want guests to check out 900 ancient ruins that dot the landscape or learn why Belize has been proclaimed the birding capital of the hemisphere? But, perhaps you're craving memory-making opportunities that are authentically Belize. Nodding your head in agreement? Visit San Ignacio Town.
This is a relaxation seeker's dream. It’s tucked into Western Belize’s Cayo District and lies along the banks of the Macal River. An elevated Hawksworth Bridge linking San Ignacio to sister town Santa Elena was shipped to Belize from a Middlesbrough England steel mill in 1949 when the nation was known as British Honduras. It’s worth a look-see when you explore the town’s top sites.
1. Take a cultural tour of the San Ignacio Market. If market exploration has always fascinated you because these gatherings represent the true heart and soul of a town, you won’t be disappointed.
2. Decided to leave cave repelling jumps, ziplining, and more to tourists who arrive in Belize with no intention of relaxing? A Jungle Pontoon Tour will delight you for myriad reasons.
3. Canoe the Macal River if you prefer your pleasure between extremes. Piloting a canoe will satisfy your need for exercise, but not so much of it, you miss the natural wonders along the banks while floating down this body of water.
4. On the topic of bodies of water, say yes to a cave tubing tour. Glide through intriguing caverns as a guide fills you in on fascinating tales about the Maya who used these caves to hold ceremonial rituals.
5. Despite being the consummate tropical destination, Belize is home to Mountain Pine Ridge where waterfalls, pools, and caves delight tourists of all ages. Swim at Big Rock or Rio on Pools and don’t miss Rio Frio Cave during your off-the-beaten-path tour.
One resort offers access to each of these experiences
At Cahal Pech Village Resort, you won’t have to waste a minute of your precious vacation time getting to and from all five of these sites and more. The staff has crafted Belize vacation packages that take care of details of your stay plus excursions that are so diverse, you may have trouble choosing.
Build your dream vacation—whether it’s to be every one of the tours listed above or you intend to add an adventure tour to the mix. Once you see “the other face of Belize,” you’re going to realize how much you’ve been missing each time you chose a beachfront venue to satisfy your curiosity and craving for an exotic getaway.
Questions about visiting Belize? Send us an email or call 239- 494- 3281. We will love to help you plan your Belize vacation.
