Belize

Formerly known as British Honduras, Belize has much to offer the natural history-oriented family seeking to discover marine as well as terrestrial wildlife. With its extensive barrier reef, vast areas of unspoilt rainforest, friendly, English-speaking population, stable democratic government and exemplary conservationist approach to its natural and Mayan heritage, Belize was always an oasis of peace in the once volatile region of Central America. Indeed, it sometimes seems more like a Caribbean than a Central American country.

With approximately 40 per cent of land classified as protected, the forests support a vast range of wildlife including five cat species. Bird life is also abundant with over 500 species recorded. Boasting some exceptional jungle lodges (including one which the late Gerald Durrell described as the model to which all other lodges should aspire) and superb reef resorts, Belize has something for every family that enjoys nature, both below and above water, and relishes good accommodation and reliable service.

Gentle Family Fun in Beautiful Belize is a wonderfully relaxing programme suitable for families with younger children who wish to experience the beauty of inland and coastal Belize yet with minimum time spent travelling; for families with children in the older age range (say, 7 to 11) A Belize Wildlife Adventure for Active Families offers a vibrant mix of ancient cultures, highland scenery, lush jungle and coral islands; whilst in De Luxe Belize For Discerning Families we have combined our pick of the best wildlife lodges and seaside resorts to produce a family itinerary of great scope and quality.

When to Go

The most popular time to visit is the drier season from December to May, with June to October being the wetter period, and Christmas and Easter the heights of the season.

However, for wildlife viewing, June/July can be an excellent time because the fresh rains bring out the wildlife after the dry heat of May. During the August summer holiday period, a “little dry” often occurs. Because overall precipitation only varies a little between the seasons, Belize can be seen as a year-round destination, apart from September and October, the worst months of the hurricane season.

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With its extensive barrier reef, vast areas of unspoilt rainforest, friendly, English-speaking population, stable democratic government and exemplary conservationist approach to its natural and Mayan heritage, Belize was always an oasis of peace in the once volatile region of Central America. Indeed, it sometimes seems more like a Caribbean than a Central American country. With approximately 40 per cent of land classified as protected, the forests support a vast range of wildlife including five cat species. Bird life is also abundant with over 500 species recorded. Boasting some exceptional jungle lodges (including one which the late Gerald Durrell described as the model to which all other lodges should aspire) and superb reef resorts, Belize has something for every family that enjoys nature, both below and above water, and relishes good accommodation and reliable service. Gentle Family Fun in Beautiful Belize is a wonderfully relaxing programme suitable for families with younger children who wish to experience the beauty of inland and coastal Belize yet with minimum time spent travelling; for families with children in the older age range (say, 7 to 11) A Belize Wildlife Adventure for Active Families offers a vibrant mix of ancient cultures, highland scenery, lush jungle and coral islands; whilst in De Luxe Belize For Discerning Families we have combined our pick of the best wildlife lodges and seaside resorts to produce a family itinerary of great scope and quality. When to Go The most popular time to visit is the drier season from December to May, with June to October being the wetter period, and Christmas and Easter the heights of the season. However, for wildlife viewing, June/July can be an excellent time because the fresh rains bring out the wildlife after the dry heat of May. During the August summer holiday period, a “little dry” often occurs. Because overall precipitation only varies a little between the seasons, Belize can be seen as a year-round destination, apart from September and October, the worst months of the hurricane season.	Gentle Family Fun in Beautiful Belize A wonderfully relaxing programme suitable for families with younger children who wish to experience the beauty of inland and coastal Belize yet with minimal time spent travelling. After staying in our lovely spa lodge in the Maya Mountains, where you might have ridden bikes and horses and paddled Canadian canoes, spend a full week by the sea for coral reef snorkelling or perhaps diving, and certainly swimming. Wonderful winter sunshine in a friendly Caribbean country – what could be better? Find out more... A Belize Wildlife Adventure for Active Families Perfect for families with children in the older age range (say, 7 to 11), this exciting natural history adventure offers plenty of enjoyable activities in the pine-clad Maya mountains and the lush lowland rainforests of the interior before taking you out to a Caribbean island at the outer edge of the Belize Barrier Reef for snorkelling, diving, boating and beachcombing. This is a vibrant mix of ancient cultures, highland scenery, lush jungle and coral islands in a small, friendly English-speaking country. Find out more... De Luxe Belize for Discerning Families We have combined our pick of the best wildlife lodges and seaside resorts in Belize to produce a family itinerary of great scope and quality which works very well logistically. Begin with a charming lodge by the country’s largest freshwater lagoon overlooked by the mighty Lamanai Maya ruins, then progress to an exemplary jungle lodge in the heart of the lowland rainforests. Finally, hop on a private charter flight direct to Placencia and Francis Ford Coppola’s Turtle Inn by the Caribbean Sea. Three marvellously different locations served by three first-rate lodges and resorts. Find out more...	It exceeded our expectations. Belize is stunningly beautiful, the contrast of the cultures and landscapes is fascinating and the people are very friendly. Your company has been very helpful and made us feel at ease the whole time – everything ran smoothly – thank you very much. Miss S M, Hertfordshire.
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Belize

When to Go

Gentle Family Fun in Beautiful Belize

A Belize Wildlife Adventure for Active Families

De Luxe Belize for Discerning Families