the Travel Enthusiast
- 21 Jan
Jungle vacations in Belize – the best resorts
The Central American country of Belize may not be among the most popular travel destinations, but it offers some amazing opportunities for a really special vacation. We have collected some of the best jungle resorts in Belize for an absolute green getaway in the middle of the rainforests, but with all the commodities of the modern world. Get yourself a jungle vacation for this year and be amazed by the beautiful wilderness around you.
Chan Chich Jungle Lodge and Natural Reserve
Located in northwestern Belize, the Chan Chich Jungle Lodge is a beautiful resort on the plaza of an ancient Mayan city, La Selva Maya. The lodge is surrounded by over 130,000 acres of natural reserve and is possibly one of the most remote vacation spots in the country. It is the perfect eco tourism destination and has amazing amenities for your perfect comfort.
The resort has got lodges, casitas and villas for all traveler needs. You would love the pool and jacuzzi surrounded by tall trees, bar with all the drinks you may want and a great restaurant with local and international flavors. On your tours to the jungle you can see the rich flora and fauna of the jungle and experience the wilderness from up-close.
The Lodge at Chaa Creek
Ancient mystery meets with all the modern comfort at The Lodge at Chaa Creek. This luxurious resort brings you to the middle of the jungle to see jaguars, monkeys, exotic birds and all the breathtaking flora of Belize while you still enjoy the perks of civilization. It prides itself for being one of the best sustainable green tourism spots on the whole Caribbean area operating since the early 80’s.
The luxury resort is located near San Ignacio, in the western part of the country. On the 365 acre natural reserve you will find an infinity pool, an amazing full service spa and amazing exotic gardens. Apart from the 40 suites and rooms, the resort also has a real gourmet restaurant and awesome tours to the surrounding rainforests. This lodge might be quite expensive, but it provides and unforgettable experience.
Hidden Valley Inn & Reserve
The elegant Hidden Valley Inn and Reserve is decorated in Victorian plantation style. It brings you into the atmosphere of period movies in an exotic land but also has all the modern amenities you need for a great Belize jungle vacation. Located within the Mountain Pine Ridge, the resort is on the top of a hill surrounded by 7,200 acres of private reserve that also has 90 miles of trails only for guests, leading to the stunning waterfalls of the reserve.
Each of the 12 cottages on the resort has got its own fireplace, ceiling fan, Wi-fi and private telephone. But to make your vacation even more ‘natural’, cottages do not have televisions and air conditioning. The hard wood mahogany furniture and terracotta tiles create a very elegant ambiance and you will also love the luxury bedding and bathroom amenities. The full service spa offers many different relaxing treatments while the restaurant brings you local specialties of fresh ingredients plus great cocktails.
Table Rock Jungle Lodge
Located in the Cayo District of Belize, the Table Rock Jungle Lodge is a sustainable resort in the middle of the rainforest. This eco resort is also near San Ignacio, on the bank of the Macal River and despite its great services and beautiful facilities, the price of a vacation on the 105 acre natural reserve is quite moderate. The resort consists of 5 cottages with large windows, rustic poster beds and showers lined with river stones – it is just gorgeous.
The many activities at the lodge include canoeing, river tubing, swimming at the pebbled beach and watching birds from the pavilion. You would love the open air gourmet restaurant as well as the liquor bar among the trees. Tours are organized to the surrounding jungle and the resort has got its own farm producing fresh food as part of their enthusiasm for sustainable tourism.
The Lodge at Big Falls
The Lodge at Big Falls is located about eighteen miles from Punta Gorda, in the heart of Toledo. This moderate prices Belize jungle resort in on the bank of Rio Grande river facing the beautiful Maya Mountains. It has nine cabanas, some of which have a kitchenette as well so they are perfect for families planning a longer vacation – these also have air conditioning.
As the other similar lodges, this one also organizes different tours to its guests to discovering the flora and fauna of the surrounding rainforest. There are several attractions that can be reached on land or on boat within 30 minutes from the resort that can also make great day trips during your stay.
Parrot Nest Lodge
This great and very much affordable lodge is located on the Mopan River, in Bullet Tree Falls. It is the ultimate nature lover destination with less commodities but a lot more authenticity, two of the nine cabanas are even located on the tree top giving you the ultimate tree house experience of your childhood. You can swim in the clear water of the river whenever you want and take long walks among the tall trees of the jungle around.
Apart from feeling like Robinson Crusoe in one of these cabanas, you can also go and explore the forest, caves, waterfalls and archaeological sites individually or as part of an organized tour. Just be careful not to get lost in the jungle…
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