Belize: More Than Just Paradise for Divers and Snorkelers

It’s no secret that world-class divers and snorkelers prefer Belize because access to the Belize Barrier Reef, Glovers Reef Atoll, and also because challenges like the Blue Hole are irresistible. But for adventure-seekers who would as soon find their thrills without having to gear up for aquatic fetes, tourists are delighted to learn that there's more to Belize than water sports. It's a wonderland of fun, land-based activities—especially if you headquarter at Belizean Dreams Resort where an eclectic tour menu filled with choices includes the services of skilled tour guides who love to show guests "The other side of Belize"!

Stay dry within the confines of a boat while a symphony of wildlife welcomes you from the banks of Monkey River. This wildlife habitat offers a refuge for manatees, dolphins, iguanas, turtles, and birds, and if a stealthy croc happens to join the party, you’ll want to check it out. The stars of the Monkey River tour? Black howler monkeys, primates who could rival the loudest member of your family! Learn more here.

Jungle Hiking Tours offer you a fascinating peek at the dense jungle and rainforest that makes up a majority portion of the nation’s terrain, where 4,000 species of flowers, 500+ species of birds plus untold surprises require visitors to keep their eyes peeled for the next awe-inspiring sighting. Choose from two jungle trek options: The Cockscomb Basin Preserve (home to the world's only Jaguar reserve) and The Mayflower Bocawina National Park. Keep your expectations high and you’ll be rewarded at either park.

Jungle Zip-Lining and Rappeling Tours invite thrill-seekers to test their mettle as they rappel down waterfalls and into caves, zipline over jungle canopies and otherwise deliver adrenalin rushes that are likely to be highlights of a Belize vacation. One activity on this tour menu allows guests to get their heart rates up without taking dramatic leaps: Belize is cave tubing heaven. Curious? Check out the details of these fabulous adventures.

This tour option drives massive amounts of traffic from folks eager to visit the birding capital of Central America. Is it the reason you’re coming to Belize—to see if it’s true what they say about the variety and proliferation of avian species that show up? You’ll be rewarded. The National Audubon Society partners with the Belize Audubon Society, so count on a fantastic time by opting for these Belize tours.

What’s the best part of a Belizean Dreams Resort sojourn—beyond the eclectic tour menu? Belize all inclusive packages that cover all aspects of a stay, from digs and meals to onsite amenities that keep guests engaged when they're not pursuing tours on their “must-do” lists. If this sounds like the ideal way to learn more about this fascinating nation's people and natural wonders, you're right—so leave the snorkel gear at home and pack your binoculars, curiosity, and sense of wonder, because you're going to need all three!