Why Should You Take a Vacation in Belize

Tap to Read ➤ Vineetha Rao Suravajjala

Quickly climbing to the top of travelers’ bucket list is Belize, with a whole host of activities for a variety of visitors. Here are the top five reasons you should visit Belize:

History

MAYAN RUINS With Mayan legacy dotting the landscape, Belize is a must-visit destination for history buffs! Temples, pyramids, palaces and more, this country has them all…walk and hike to some of the most renowned historical sites in the world.

CAVES If you thought that the Mayan culture was only on the surface, you couldn’t have been more wrong. Explore expensive cave systems with relics of Mayan religion and more, right here in Belize. Pro tip: For an unforgettable adventure, don’t forget to visit the Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) caves!

Beaches

CLEAR TURQUOISE WATERS You’re thinking, you’ve been to one beach, you’ve been to them all? Let the beaches in Belize change your mind! With crystal clear, picture perfect turquoise blue water that is at the right temperature to jump in, all down the slope from rainforests, what more could one want?

UNCROWDED BEACHES Why are beaches in Belize among the best in the world? While they are wonderfully picturesque, they are also among the least crowded, making them highly sought after among the more frequent travelers.

Adventure

GREAT BLUE HOLE Adventuring is more your thing? The Great Blue Hole, may be right up your alley!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. This marine sinkhole off the coast of Belize has become nearly synonymous to the country itself and offers one of the best scuba diving opportunities in the world.

Wildlife

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. RAINFORESTS EVERYWHERE With a low population density and a flourishing wildlife, Belize has a variety of flora and fauna, which continues to remain a tourist attraction.

BELIZE BARRIER REEF Running pretty much the entire length of Belize, the coral reef surrounding the country is where you can find some of the best diving and snorkeling spots in the Caribbean!

Food

SEAFOOD Between Belize being an island and the coral reef surrounding it, the country - with its bounty of seafood and a wonderful variety of tropical fruits and vegetables, is bound to tickle your tastebuds!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. CHOCOLATE For dessert, why not make your own chocolate? Influenced by the Mayans, you can choose to make and relish chocolate just like the Mayans did!