Come for the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea, stay for the verdant jungles.
Heres exactly how to spend seven amazing nights inBelize.
Upon arrival, youll be greeted by your dedicated concierge, chef, bartender, and housekeeper.
Enjoy the privacy of Galdden Private Island.Credit:Benedict Kim/Courtesy of Gladden Private Island
Hike through the jungle, cross rivers, and swim into this sacred cave with an hourglass-shaped entrance.
Climb through interior cathedrals housing ceramic and skeletal remains from ancient sacrificial ceremonies.
Try your hand at making corn tortillas and help put the finishing touches on the delectable dishes youll enjoy.
The Great Blue Hole within Belize’s Barrier Reef Reserve.JohnnyGreig/Getty Images
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Day Three
On the third day, head south to Mayflower Bocawina National Park.
During your hike to Antelope Falls, youll encounter abundant flora and fauna as you traverse the verdant jungle.
Rappel 250 feet on the edge of the waterfall and rocky cliff.
Explore the Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave, ATM cave, and find the iconic Crystal Maiden.Courtesy of Belize Tourism Board
Then, get back to solid ground and cool off in the emerald pool below.
Day Four
Helicopter from the lush green jungles to the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Land at Gladden Private Island, where youll board aprivate catamaran, equipped with a captain and chef.
Path through Belize’s Mayflower Bocawina National Park.www.anitapeeples.com/Getty Images
The sail takes you to your next stop at Silk Cayes Marine Reserve.
Continue to the exclusive South Water Caye, a 12-acre paradise perched on the barrier reef.
Snorkel with grunts, groupers, and eels, then unwind with a cold Belikin beer.
Explore the waters of Belize.Creative Capture/Getty Images
Sail on to Tobacco Caye, a charming five-acre coral island fringed with palm trees.
Patricia Johnsonis a member of Travel + Leisure’s A-List and specializes in trips to Belize.
you could create a tailor-made itinerary with Johnson by contacting her at patricia@absolutebelize.com.
