"Belize: Not for the Faint of Heart" Belize by diver-x

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In May 2003, we spent a week in Belize. We flew into Belize City, but didn't spend any time there. We headed inland to San Ignacio for a few days, then south east to the coast and spent a couple of days in Hopkins, then south again to Placencia.

San Ignacio is great for outdoor activities. There's plenty to do: canoeing, kayaking, hiking, tubing, caving, exploring Mayan ruins - just for starters.

Hopkins is a one-street beach town. Very laid back. There's a few dive operations for scuba or snorkeling and the Cockscomb Basin nature reserve is very close for hiking, river-tubing or swimming under a waterfall.

Placencia is a backpacker hangout that's starting to become a resort area. There's scuba diving, inland river & jungle tours and of course plenty of lazing on the beach.

Please see my tips for each city under Belize for more detailed information.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Lots of outdoor activities; relatively cheap vacation.
Cons:Hot, hot, hot; Watch out for thieves in some areas.

Last visit to Belize: May 2003
Intro Updated Sep 2, 2007
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Hot! Hot! Hot! Warnings and Dangers (1)

The weather in Belize was the hottest I've ever experienced. Just stepping outside caused me to begin dripping with... more travel advice

Hiking at Cockscomb Basin Forest Reserve - Belize

Too much to do! Favorites (1)

There were so many highlights on our trip! The Barton Creek cave tour in San Ignacio, climbing the Mayan ruins at... more travel advice

Rent a 4-Wheel Drive Vehicle Transportation (1)

There is a well-established bus service in Belize, but if you're only there for a week or 2, don't waste time waiting on... more travel advice

Smoke from slashing & burning, near Xunantunich. - Belize

Slash & Burn Local Customs (1)

We saw a lot of farmers & residents slashing & burning their fields and yards, especially around the San Ignacio area.... more travel advice

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Written May 27, 2003

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Etoile2B Feb 8, 2005 at 7:27 PM

Belize is my DREAM TRIP! I'm hoping to take myself for my birthday this year. I hear the diving is incredible. Love your pages!
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windsorgirl Dec 31, 2004 at 1:38 PM

Thanks for the great info, no matter how much time you have it's never enough!
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gcmm May 14, 2004 at 2:41 PM

Great tips on belize.. this is our next destination in feburary 2005..
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cccasady Mar 29, 2004 at 3:09 PM

What time of year were you in Belize?
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Jacquelynn Jan 26, 2004 at 10:22 PM

Beautiful page!
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R.Dettmann Dec 22, 2003 at 10:18 PM

The toucan looks great! Where are the uw pix?
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bjmd22 Nov 17, 2003 at 7:38 PM

Great page. The zoo in Belize is amazing. I chased Tucans all over the jungle trying to get a photo, but finally just settled for a picture of one at the zoo.
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TomorrowsAngel Oct 28, 2003 at 7:08 PM

Really interesting page. The Blue Hole looks beautiful. Bec
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ksdhood Jun 18, 2003 at 5:31 PM

Great page! You brought back some great memories for me -- I love Belize.
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mcharlton Apr 1, 2002 at 5:15 PM

I just have to go there.