1. a traveller’s paradise

2. Belize: Where are we? How to Get Here?
On the isthmus of Central America
Bordered
North by Mexico
West & South by Guatemala
East by Caribbean Sea

3. Belize: Facts Only 2 - 2.5 hours from the US Coast
Only English Speaking Country in C.A.
Is below the Tropic of Cancer with a
sub-tropical climate
Has Maya Ruins to climb, Caves to explore, the famous Blue Hole to dive and the second largest Barrier Reef to snorkel
Boasts to be Central American & Caribbean because of the location

4. Belize: Where We Came From
Maya
Belize’s colourful history dates back to the time of the Maya Civilization
Several major archeological sites within the country is still evident including Cahal Pech, Caracol, Lamanai, Lubaantun, Altun Ha and Xunantunich
These Maya cities reflect the advanced civilization as well as a denser population during their domination in Belize
English
The first recorded European settlement was established by shipwrecked English Seamen in 1638
Belize, formerly British Honduras, was established as part of the British Empire in the 17th century
The Famous battle between the settlers known as Baymen and Spaniards was on Sept 10th, 1798
British Honduras earned independence from Great Britain on Sept 21st, 1981 and became known as Belize at that time.
Belize has diverse cultures and many amazing world renowned landmarks

5. What Sets Belize Apart?

6. Belize: The Barrier Reef
It is the world’s 2nd largest barrier reef after Australia's Great Barrier Reef
It is the 1st largest living barrier reef in the world
It stretches 190 miles from point to point and lies about 25 miles off the mainland
Is only half a mile offs of the two most popular cayes: Ambergris Caye & Caye Caulker
Named a World Heritage Site in 1996.

7. Belize: The Great Blue Hole
This giant submarine sinkhole is located about 45 miles offshore of Belize It is situated within the Lighthouse Reef Atoll It was made famous by Jacques Cousteau who declared it one of the top ten scuba diving sites in the world In 1971, he brought his ship, the Calypso, to the hole to chart its depths. It is a popular dive/ snorkel site

8. Belize: Cayes (pronounced Keys)
Approximately 450 small Cayes & Atolls dot the coastline of Belize!
Caye Caulker, Belize
Ambergris Caye, Belize

9. Belize: Home to Central America’s Largest Cave System
There is no exact count of Cave’s span across the Cayes within the country
Most caves were used by the ancient Maya as gateways to the “underworld”
Many caves that were used as sacrificial chambers still contain artifacts, human remains and carvings
Cave Tubing was introduced to the country by Ian Anderson, and is the #1 Adventure activity in Belize. Caving/ Spelunking is ranked at #2

10. Belize: Cave Systems The most famous cave is Actun Tunichil Muknal
(ATM Cave)-Cave of the Crystal Sepulchre
It contains seletons, ceramics, & stoneware
Most famous remain is "The Crystal Maiden,“ a skeleton of an adolescent (now thought to be a teenage boy), possibly a sacrifice victim, whose bones have been calcified to a sparkling, crystallized appearance
The Chiquibul Cave System is one of the largest & best-known cave systems in Central & it includes the largest known underground passages known as the Kabul Sand Passage- discovered in the Western Hemisphere. 
It is made up of caves linked by water flows, including the Chiquibul River which flows through Belize & goes underground into the cave system which then resurfaces in Guatemala

11. Belize: Maya Ruins
Over 900 Maya ruins in the country. Most of them unexcavated.
Xunantunich- “Maiden of the Rock” Is one of the most popular ruins in the country because
it is easily accessed for day trips.
Caracol- rises 500 meters above sea-level. This Kingdom won major battle over Tikal & is the largest structure in Belize

12. Belize: Rainforest & Jungle
Belize is home to the Worlds' only Jaguar Reserve
Over 60% of Belize’s land surface is covered by broad leaf tropical jungle (forest).
Many of these forest areas are protected areas by the government & other agencies.

13. Belize: Friendly People
The diverse cultures across Belize allows for a cultural blend of ethnicities!
Popular Cultures throughout the country:
Creole- Decendants of African slaves & English Baymen
Garifuna- Decendants of Arawak Indians & Africans
Maya- Both Yucatecan, Mopan & Kekchi groups
Chinese- Came to Belize as indentured labourers
Lebanese- Came to Belize as indentured labourers
East Indians-Came to Belize as indentured labourers
Mestizos- Decendants of Native Americans and Spanish
Ex-pats- Americans, Canadians & English who choose to live or retire in Belize.
Mennonites (Dutch/German farmers- Both Traditional/ conservative & modern/ liberals.

15. Belize: Getting Around Is So Easy!
Belize is small enough to allow easy access from point to point within either a matter of hours or in some cases, minutes
Most popular methods of transportation are cars, boats, domestic flights
One can venture to the jungle, to the beach or to a costal area of the country to experience a truly unique Belize vacation

16. Belize: Water Sports Checklist
Excellent Diving & Snorkeling
Barrier Reef
Great Blue Hole
3 Reef Atolls
Countless dive sites including wrecks
Fishing
Reef Fishing
Fly Fishing
Flats Fishing
Deep Sea
Fresh Water
Sport Fishing-Bonefish, Tarpon, Permit; Snook, Jack, Barracuda, Snapper, tuna & even sailfish

17. Belize: Water Sports Checklist
Other Sports:
Kayaking
Parasailing
Paddle boarding
Sailing (Luxury)
Cave tubing
River Boat Trips
Jet Skies
Kite Sailing
Flyboarding
Windsurfing
Manatee Viewing

18. Belize: Jungle & Inland Adventures
Maya Ruins – Including Tikal
Jungle Expeditions- Day & Overnight
Jungle Survival Expeditions
Cave Adventures of All Kinds (Spelunking)
Repelling Adventures
Various Waterfalls in Belize
River Trips –including to Maya Ruins
Jungle River Kayaking
Extreme Kayaking Expeditions
Hiking – Rainforest & other areas
Botanical Gardens
Jungle & Waterfall Zip-lining & Repelling
Nature Expeditions & Hikes
Reserves & Parks (Including Medicinal Trails)
Soft & Extreme Guided Birding Tours
Mountain Biking
Jaguar Preserve Hiking
Baboon Sanctuary (Howler Monkeys)
Scarlet Macaw Adventures

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