Bordering Mexico and Guatemala, with the Caribbean Sea at its doorstep, the tiny nation of Belize was once regarded as a destination for the more ‘adventurous traveller’, but this is no longer the case. Today travellers booking flights to Belize range from honeymooners and families to ecotourists and scuba divers. And although it is one of the smallest countries in the region it has the most abundant natural beauty and a fascinating history to rival any of its neighbours.
Thanks to its strategic location Belize boasts some of the best diving in the Americas which is a good reason for avid divers booking flights to Belize to pack their dive logs. The Belize Barrier Reef – a Unesco World Heritage Site - is the second longest in the world with the most diverse and protected marine ecosystem. The country’s ubiquitous caves are another major draw. Actun Tunichil Muknal, the most popular with visitors, has limestone formations and Mayan artefacts adorning it.
History buffs will revel in Belize’s magnificent ancient ruins dating back to 1500 BC. Caracol located at the foothills of Maya Mountains, and Altun Ha in the north, are two of the most significant sites of the Maya civilization.
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Belize's climate is temperate and marked by two distinct seasons, the rainy and dry. There is a notable transition from the one to the next. Rainfall during the rainy season occurs between June and November with rainfall averages ranging between 1524mm in the north to 4064mm in the south. Except for the southern regions, the rainfall is variable from year to year. Average temperatures range from 27 degrees Celsius along the coast to 21 degrees in the hills. The coldest month is January and the warmest temperatures are experienced in May.
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Peak Season:
Most visitors book Belize flights during the dry season, from November to May.
Off Season:
Rainy season is from May to November. However, you will also see discounts on hotel prices and flights, so this can be an excellent time to visit.
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- One of the most popular destinations in Belize City is its zoo. The zoo predominantly has animals native to the country, including tapirs, pumas and howler monkeys.
- Caye Caulker is popular with tourists on a budget. The small coral island is just 8km by 1.5km wide, but it has an abundance of beautiful beaches and a reef. The Split, a small channel running down the middle of the island, is a great place to relax, sunbathe, get a bite to eat or watch the world go by. Created when Hurricane Hattie ripped through the island, the Split has been enlarged by locals so it is now big enough for boats to pass through.
- Even if you’re not a diver, it is worth taking a snorkeling trip from Caye Caulker. The water is incredibly clear and you have the chance of seeing dolphins, sting rays and nurse sharks. Either hire a snorkel and potter about on your own or join an organised tour. The tours can last from three hours to a full day, and, of course, the leaders know the best places to go to spot wildlife.
- One of the most stunning sights in Belize is the “Blue Hole”, a perfectly circular hole in the sea, more than 300 metres deep and 120 metres across. Inside the hole is a cave system popular with divers that is home to sponges, barracuda and angel fish.
- There are archaeological remains from the Maya period throughout the country, an estimated thousand ruins in all. One of the most impressive is Lamanai, within its own nature reserve. You can reach the area in about an hour from Belize City. Combine a visit to the ruins with a boat trip along the New River.
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British citizens do not require a visa for a stay of up to one month. A valid passport is required.
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