Head off the beaten track and discover some of the most beautiful sights of your life in Belize – a true Caribbean gem. Here are the most remote destinations to discover in Belize…
With social distancing at the forefront of most travellers minds, we are having to branch out and explore more far-flung and remote destinations than before. It is a great chance to explore somewhere completely new and tick a new country off our bucket list. Combining lush rainforests with clear, beautiful waters and a rich history, Belize is a destination that fulfills all the criteria. With a population of just 380,000 it offers an array of undiscovered places to explore where you won’t see another soul for miles. You can hike the lesser-known Maya ruins, sleep in a remote jungle lodge, or snorkel in the crystal clear waters. It’s a Caribbean gem that you’ll never forget. Here are the most remote destinations to discover in Belize…
EXPLORE BELIZE’S EXTRAORDINARY MAYAN HISTORY
Whilst Xunantunich is at the top of the list for many keen to learn about Belize’s Maya heritage, Caracol is an amazing and less frequented alternative. Located 50-miles from the nearest town of San Ignacio, visitors will take a winding, jungle road through the mountains to enter the site. Considered as the largest on-going ancient Maya archaeological site in the country, Caracol rests 500-metres above sea level and offers incredible views overlooking miles of the protected Chiquibul Forest. Visitors can hike to the summit and explore the enormous temples, grand pyramids and royal tombs without large tour groups or another soul in sight. Visitors interested in exploring Caracol can book a tour with Maya Walk from £85 per person www.mayawalk.com
HIKE THE DENSE, VARIED RAINFOREST LANDSCAPES OF BELIZE
SNORKEL THE SECLUDED WATERS OF CAYE CAULKER
STAY IN THE JUNGLE AT THE SLEEPING GIANT LODGE
A TRUE ISLAND GETAWAY
You can’t get much more remote than Bird Island. Located just 18 minutes from the village of Placencia in southern Belize, Bird Island’s protected beautiful waters and total privacy is what makes it special. With no neighbours or staff, the island hosts up to six guests at a time and guests can snorkel and kayak over the multi-coloured coral or take out a fishing boat and attempt to catch their next meal. Islanders will need to stock up on supplies before arriving as they will have the islet completely to themselves, but will be supplied drinking water via the filtered-rain water system. Those lucky enough to spend the night here are guaranteed an unforgettable experience. Prices start from £560 per couple, per night. www.birdislandplacencia.com
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