Explore Our Inland Activities & Tours
Belize Zoo
Founded in 1983 to house animals from documentary films, the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center now spans 29 acres of tropical savanna. It is home to over 150 animals across 45 native species, including those orphaned, rescued, born at the zoo, or donated by other institutions.
What to Know:
- Intensity: Moderate
- Dress in cool, comfortable clothes suitable for a subtropical climate
- Bring sunblock, bug spray, and a towel for any water activities
- Includes transportation, park entrance fee, lunch, and a licensed guide
Bird Watching
This tour begins at daybreak with a drive through Sittee River, where Belize’s lush vegetation attracts a diverse array of birds. Keep your binoculars ready to spot keel-billed toucans, parrots, flycatchers, and the elusive painted bunting. Belize, home to over 500 bird species, offers ever-changing sightings due to its richly forested landscape.
What to Know:
- Intensity: Basic
- Dress in cool, comfortable clothes suitable for a subtropical climate
- Bring a hat, camera, insect repellant, and sunblock
- Includes transportation, binoculars, entrance fees, snacks, and a licensed tour guide
Cockscomb Jaguar Preserve Hike
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, the world’s first jaguar preserve, is renowned for its waterfalls, mountain views, and over 290 bird species. Visitors often spot tracks of wildcats, tapir, and deer on the nature trails. The tour begins at Maya Center, offering Mayan arts and crafts, and includes hikes of varying difficulty, such as to Ben’s Bluff for stunning views or a waterfall for a refreshing swim.
What to Know:
- Intensity: Moderate
- Dress in cool, comfortable clothes suitable for a subtropical climate and sturdy protective footwear
- Bring insect repellant, sunblock, a towel, and a change of clothes for after water activities
- Includes transportation, entrance fees, snacks, water headlights, and a licensed tour guide
Jungle Horseback Ride
This adventure ride, suitable for all skill levels, begins just a short way away at Outback Stables. After a brief training session, you’ll ride through a citrus orchard and into the lush Tropical Rainforest, with the chance to cool off in the clear waters of the Sittee River. The trail also passes near the Cockscomb Wildlife Sanctuary and Jaguar Reserve.
What to Know:
- Intensity: Basic
- Dress in cool, comfortable clothes suitable for a subtropical climate
- Swimwear is required for the optional river swim
- Bring a hat, camera, insect repellant, towels, and sunblock
- Includes transportation, gear, water, and a licensed tour guide
Placencia Day Visit
Experience unparalleled relaxation in Placencia, Belize, where the laid-back vibe and stunning beaches offer a true escape. Just an hour away, this charming peninsula boasts serene coconut palm breezes, gentle waves, and a host of local art galleries, gift shops, and restaurants. Fun fact: Placencia’s Main Street sidewalk holds the Guinness World Record for the World’s Narrowest Street!
What to Know:
- Intensity: Easy
- Dress in short or long pants and comfortable footwear
- Bring a hat, camera, insect repellant, towels, and sunblock
- Includes a licensed tour guide
Spice Farm & Botanical Garden
The Belize Spice Farm & Botanical Gardens, nestled at the foothills of the Maya Mountains in the Toledo District, was founded by Tom and Tessy Mathew, inspired by the similarities between Belize and their native Kerala, India. Established in 1990, the farm began as a cacao and citrus plantation, later expanding to become one of Belize’s largest black pepper and vanilla farms. The grounds also feature stunning teak, mahogany, and sandalwood trees. Ideal for food lovers, this tour offers a new perspective on your spice rack.
What to Know:
- Intensity: Basic
- Dress in short or long pants and comfortable footwear
- Bring a hat, camera, insect repellant, and sunblock
- Includes transportation, entrance fees, bottled water, lunch at the farm, and a licensed tour guide
Traditional Chocolate Making
Experience authentic Mayan culture at a living Mayan museum’s Chocolate Making Sessions. Learn the traditional process of making chocolate from bean to bar, using organic cacao beans grown by local farmers in Maya Center Village. Take a guided walk through a cacao farm, roast your own beans on a clay griddle, and grind them on a Mayan stone to create your own chocolate. This hands-on, educational tour is a must-try for chocolate lovers.
What to Know:
- Intensity: Easy
- Dress in short or long pants and comfortable footwear
- Bring a hat, camera, water, insect repellant, and sunblock