Sights and Activities:

Mayan Ruins:
Like many other neighbouring countries such as Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras, Belize boasts an impressive amount of Mayan Ruins. Still, unlike its neighbours they are less visited as many people stick to the islands and beaches of the country. Mayan ruins include Altun Ha, Cahal Pech, Caracol, Lamanai, Lubaantun and Xunantunich. Of these, at least the trip to Lamanai is probably one of the most impressive and the ruins themself don't disappoint either. It is best to base yourself in Orange Walk Town in the north of the country and do a (multiple) day trip by car and boat. Monkeys, birds and crocodiles will accompany you and you will able to visit indigenous people and even some Menonites. Caracol and Lubaantun are impressive as well. Many ruins can be visited while based in San Ignacio in the central west of the country towards the border with Guatemala. From here, even Tikal in Guatemala can be visited.

Beaches and islands:
Belize is most famous for its fantastic beaches, islands and all sorts of activities you can do while based on one of these islands or beaches. Although the mainland beaches are ok, most people go and visit the Cayes just offshore. The most popular ones are Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye but there are hundreds to visit and from here you can do numerous day trips, mainly to go out snorkelling and diving. Belize is famous for its 'Blue Hole' near Ambergris Caye. For more information about both, visit the Ambergriscaye website.

Wildlife:
Belize has some splendid national parks and sanctuaries. Although spotting larger animals like predators (the jaguar for example is very elusive) is very hard, Belize has some tropical creatures you will definitely see. These include several species of primates, many birds including the toucan, frogs, reptiles, crocodiles, butterflies and unfortunately lots of mosquitoes. The aquatic wildlife is just as impressive with sharks, dolphins, whales and rays being the larger ones, but numerous colourful but smaller fish are to be seen as well. You won't be disappointed when combining some inland parks with the underwater world of the country.