Top 10 Tours to Book in Belize

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Belize is on the eastern coast of Central America and is at the TOP of my bucket list. Belize is the land of mountains, swamps, caves, and a tropical jungle. Oh, and BEACHES! There are many unique things to do in Belize, from exploring the Mayan Ruins or cave tubing to snorkeling at the Great Blue Hole or exploring temples. Below are the top 10 tours to book in Belize.

Where to Stay in Belize?

We recommend staying at the Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge, surrounded by the Blue Hole National Park. You will have free Wi-Fi, as well as free kayak and bike rentals. Other hotels to select from include Belize Boutique Resort & Spa, Super Palm Resort, and The Great House. We will go into more detail about where to stay in a future blog post!

Best Time to Visit Belize?

The best time to visit Belize is from late November to mid-April. These months are during the dry season in Belize.

5 Facts About Belize:

1-Belize is 180 miles long and 68 miles wide
2-Belmopan is the capital
3-Belize City is the largest city
4-English is the official language
5: The Belize dollar is the official currency

Travel Tips for Visiting Belize:

-A US Charger will work just fine in Belize.
-$1.00 USD is = $2.00 BZD.
-The best way to get around Belize is by water taxi or car. Taxis and rental cars are the most hassle-free mode of transportation.
-You can stay up to 30 days without a Visa.
-A passport is required.

Read the top 8 travel resources to help plan your trip or download our TRAVEL PLANNER! We listed different tour options for one specific adventure, like zip lining, to help you decide which tour to add to your trip.

Top 10 Tours to Book:

Tour 1: Mayan Temple, Cave Tubing, and Zip Lining-

This 5-star rated excursion on Viator costs $176.00 and takes you to Mayan Temple called Atun Ha, Cave Tubing down a river, and Zip Lining in the jungle all in one day! This tour begins at Belize City at 8 am and is six hours. Bottled water, transportation, and lunch are all included in the fee. Book your tour!

Altun Ha: Altun Ha is an ancient Mayan site that functioned as a trading post for centuries and features 13 temples.

Cave Tubing: Cave Tubing Adventures begins with a hike in the rainforest. Then you start your journey through the Caves of Belize in your singular tube.

Zip Lining: Zip lining is a great experience, especially if you love the adrenaline rush and are not afraid of heights.

Mayan Temple, Cave Tubing, and Zip Lining Tour

Tour 2: Swim with Nurse Sharks-

Have you ever dreamed of swimming with SHARKS? Well, now you can! You can swim with nurse sharks, sting rays, and MORE on this Shark Ray Alley Tour on Viator!! This tour is an excellent way to experience the infamous Belize Barrier Reef. Book your tour!

Swim with Sharks

Option 2: Sailboat Tour-

Does life get any better than sailing in Belize? On this sailing and snorkeling tour at Ambergris Caye, you will witness incredible wildlife, coral reefs, and shark ray alley. Not only will you be able to see tropical fish, but you will also see nurse sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles.

Tour 3: Cave Tubing with Lunch-

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You will walk through the rainforest where the knowledgeable guides will explain about the wildlife in Belize. Once you reach the river, you will hop into your tube and relax as you sour through the Mayan Caves. This $65.00 tour on Viator includes lunch and is SUPER FUN! Book your tour!

Cave Tubing with Lunch

Tour 4: Cave Kayaking-

On this 5-star rated adventure on Viator, you will kayak at Nohec Chen Park through caves. You will see crystalline rock formations and an underground waterfall on this adventure. Did I forget to mention? You get to hike through the jungle and Maya mountains to reach the cave entrance.

Cave Kayaking Adventure

Option 2: Cave Kayaking with Zip Lining Included-

On this tour, not only will you get to go kayaking, but you can also sour through the beautiful rainforest and go zip lining!

Cave Kayaking and Zip lining

Tour 5: Lamanai Temples and River Cruise-

This river cruise will take you to Lamanai Temples, Ancient Mayan Palaces, and the Lamanai Museum. You will spot wildlife on the river cruise, including birds and monkeys.

Lamanai is a Mayan site located at the banks of New River Lagoon. While you explore this Mayan site, you will find pottery, drawings, and ancient figurines, which will provide you with a bigger picture of what life was like up until the 16th century.

Lamanai Temples and River Cruise

Tour 6: Howler Monkey Sanctuary & Kukumba Beach-

You can play and feed monkeys on this tour!! The monkeys will be in their natural habitat. You will enjoy the rest of your day swimming and relaxing at a beautiful turquoise color beach.

Howler Monkey Sanctuary and Kukumba Beach

Option 2: Altun Ha Temple, Cave Tubing, Zip Lining, and Baboon Sanctuary-

This combo tour will take you to Altun Ha Ancient Mayan Site, a Baboon Sanctuary, Zip Lining, and Cave Tubing. Wow! This tour is great to book if you are on a time limit and want to do multiple things in one day! Inside the cave, you will find crystalline formations, stalagmites, and stalactites. Then, you will see Baboons and monkeys up close at the Baboon Sanctuary!

Mayan Site, Bamboo Sanctuary, Zip Lining, and Cave Tubing

Tour 7: Jungle Pontoon Waterfall Adventure Tour-

This action-packed adventure will take you to three waterfalls, including the Twin Falls and Rio Frio. You will be able to swim or cliff jump at each waterfall. Rio Frio waterfall is 75 ft high and has an open area for swimming.

Pontoon Waterfall Adventure

Tour 8: Bioluminescence Tour & Sunset River Cruise-

You will not forget the spectacular sunset and wildlife on this river cruise!! The $75.00 5-star tour on Viator begins at Anderson Lagoon on a boat. You will see bioluminescent plankton light up the water. Exploring the mangroves will be an experience of a lifetime. It will be so cool to see the natural phenomenon so closely. Did you know? Agitated plankton illuminate immediately.

Bioluminescence Tour & Sunset River Cruise

Tour 9: Horseback Riding Tour at Xunantunich Mayan Ruin-

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This horseback riding tour will take you to ancient Mayan ruins, including the Temple of the Masonry Altars, the Temple of the Green Tomb, and plazas.

Horseback Riding Tour

Tour 10: Xunantunich and Inland Blue Hole Tour-

You will not only see Xunantunich, the largest ancient Mayan city, but you will see Inland Blue Hole on this small group tour. The ancient Mayan city overlooking the Mopan River was once home to 100,000 people. The Inland Blue Hole lies on the offshore reef. You will find 200 species of birds and three big cat species. You will be able to go for a swim.

Mayan City and Blue Hole Tour

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Top 8 Countries to Visit this Winter

We recommend going away somewhere warm with a tropical breeze, palm trees, swimming pools, and a turquoise ocean during the cold, snowy winter. However, if you want to spend the Holiday skiing in New York or see the Northern Lights in Iceland or Alaska, it will also be a great experience. Below are the top 8 countries to visit this winter.

1-Mexico-

Mexico makes for a perfect winter getaway location. The warm weather, beautiful beaches, and things to do in Mexico make it a great place to travel. You can go on a luxury relaxing vacation with unlimited drinks and food or an adventurous one to see places, including the cenotes in Cabo or waterfalls in Puerto Vallarta.

A. Cabo-

Did you know the infamous Cabo San Lucas is a resort city on the southern tip of Baja California Sur? The best things to do in Cabo are to watch the sunset, swim in cenotes, relax at the beaches, sail, snorkel, and go whale watching. You can even ride a camel in Cabo!

B. Cancun-

Cancun is the perfect spot to relax at an all-inclusive hotel. Chichen Itza is one of the seven wonders of the world. It is a 2-hour drive from Cancun if you are up for a road trip. You can do all of the underwater activities in Cancun!

C- Puerto Vallarta-

Puerto Vallarta is home to cobblestone streets at Zona Romantica and beautiful beaches. You can even explore Yelapa Beach and Waterfall on a day trip. There is so much to do! Similar Post: 21 Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta.

2- Spain-

It is funny how some areas of Spain are not as warm as others, but one thing is for sure, the Canary Islands have nice weather.

The Canary Islands-

The Canary Islands in Spain have sunshine throughout the year. Feel free to relax at beaches, including Lanzarote, Tenerife, and Gran Canaria. You will also find quaint villages to explore and underwater activities to partake in, like scuba diving, windsurfing, jet skiing, paddle boarding, sailing, surfing, and kayaking adventures. The Canary Islands feature volcanos, ash fields, and forests and can serve as a hiker’s paradise! You can even go mountain biking if you want.

3- Kenya-

We recommend visiting Mombasa in Kenya!

Mombasa-

Enjoy warm weather in Mombasa this holiday season. Kenyans refer to Mombasa as the definition of happiness. The coastal town has incredible scenery, beautiful beaches, historical sites, and exotic wildlife.

4- Thailand-

Thailand is a dream location for everyone to see at least once in their life! This destination is at the top of my bucket list. All year round is a pleasant time to visit. Thailand is a cheap place to travel to, as for only $1.00 you can have delicious Pad Thai, and for $5.00 you can sleep in a hostel. Aside from the perfect climate, the nature surrounding the area is beautiful. You’ll find dense jungles, rice fields, crystal-clear beaches, whirling rivers, and incredible wildlife.

Phuket-

Phuket is home to golden beaches and adventurous watersports to try. Read 6 reasons to visit Thailand for inspiration.

5- Colombia-

Medellin-

Medellin has perfect weather year-round. The vibrant city has a lot to offer, home to incredible parks, museums, and plazas. One of the best things to do is go on a day trip to Guatape, a magical town only two hours away.

6- Antigua-

Antigua is a PERFECT Caribbean adventure to be had this winter. There is SO much to do in Antigua, from swimming with stingrays to sea turtles! Read the top 10 things to do in Antigua and find out the 6 best places to stay to help plan your trip!

7- America

A. Fairbanks, Alaska-

The best spot to see the Northern Lights in America is at Fairbanks in Alaska.

B. New York-

We recommend spending the holidays in New York City, for the displays will get you in the Christmas spirit, especially at Rockefeller Center. Read the 11 things to do in New York City this Holiday Season!

8- Iceland-

You can see the Northern lights in Iceland and Northern Norway! Read the 10 best things to do in Iceland for inspiration.

Do you have a vacation coming up? We would love to hear more about it! Comment down below where you are heading this winter!

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