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Why are these Belize's top destinations? Put simply, these are the best destinations in Belize. They are attractive and ‘tranquilo,’ providing you with a sure-fire way to enjoy your time in Belize. The following destinations are chock-full of good hotels and tasty restaurants. Activities are equally abundant and include snorkeling, diving, sea kayaking, fishing, and swimming; for these exciting outdoor activities, you'll find yourself in the brilliant turquoise waters of destinations such as Caye Caulker.
In places like Ambergris Caye, you can arrange massages and search local stores for handicrafts. Many of Belize's towns and villages still boast the nation's unique "Slow down," attitude. Some of these locales don't even have cars, and you'll find yourself taking the scenic route on foot, or via bicycle or golf cart. Try to visit at least one of these places during your trip to Belize — after all, these are Belize's top destinations for a very good reason.
Find your joy
Ambergris Caye
Placencia Village
San Ignacio
Hopkins
Caye Caulker
Visit the Caribbean beaches for surfing, fishing, kayaking, snorkeling, and swimming. Ambergris Caye is one of Belize’s largest islands, and has a variety of upscale accommodations. San Pedro, the main town on Ambergris Caye, has bustling seaside bars, restaurants, and art galleries.
Caye Caulkeris somewhat more budget friendly than Ambergris Caye. Surfing and windsurfing are some of the top pastimes on this island.
Placencia Peninsula has some of Belize’s most luxurious beachside resorts. It’s home Maya Beach, a strip of peaceful, white-sand beach surrounded by rocky formations.
Belize’s most notable historical monuments are the Maya ruins, located around the foothills of the Maya Mountains, and nestled in the twisted vines of the jungle. Carocol, Xunantunich, and Lamanai have the most impressive architecture.
Visitors should make Belize’s natural attractions a top priority. Make sure to take a boating, kayaking, or scuba diving tour of the Belize Blue Hole and the many marine reserves around the Belize Barrier Reef. Belize also has the Belize Zoo, which shelters rescued native animals. Here you’ll get to see incredibly rare animals, like tapirs and jaguars – elusive creatures that you might not get a chance to glimpse in the wild.
Belize’s coastal town of Hopkins has distinctive Garífuna culture and plenty of beaches. The Garífuna are descended from escaped African slaves, and they have passed down their musical traditions from generation to generation. Visit Hopkins to hear the music and try the homey, authentically Belizean food.
