Southern BelizeActivities

Activities in Southern Belize

  1. Maya Mountain Research Farm

    Those interested in learning about permaculture, Maya farming techniques and sustainable living should consider an internship at Maya Mountain Research Farm Located in a beautiful jungle valley 2 miles upriver from San Pedro Columbia, the 70-acre organic farm and registered NGO is run by Christopher Nesbitt and his wife Dawn. With the philosophy of promoting fully sustainable food production, the farm offers internships for those interested in learning about organic farming, biodiversity and alternative energy. Accommodations are simple and beautiful: students can choose from a series of rustic cabanas and thatched-roof palapas, all of which come equipped with beds, blank…

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    Tide Tours

    Ideally located for exploring Belize’s Deep South, Punta Gorda has a number of certified tour guides who can arrange day trips to places such as Blue Creek, Lubaantun and Nim Li Punit, as well as rent out canoes and kayaks. The best of these are Wild Encounters, Tide Tours and Galvez’s Tours. The BTB office can also direct you to recommended guides.

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  3. Wild Encounters

    Ideally located for exploring Belize’s Deep South, Punta Gorda has a number of certified tour guides who can arrange day trips to places such as Blue Creek, Lubaantun and Nim Li Punit, as well as rent out canoes and kayaks. The best of these are Wild Encounters, Tide Tours and Galvez’s Tours. The BTB office can also direct you to recommended guides.

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    Next Wave Sailing

    Does day sails on a 50ft catamaran out to sandy islands where you can snorkel, swim and lunch (adult/under 12s BZ$176/88); also offers popular sunset cruises (BZ$99/50). Kids under four are free of charge. Departures are from Placencia docks; you can book at the Purple Space Monkey.

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    Toadal Adventure

    Led by highly experienced local guide Dave Vernon, who does popular multiday sea-kayaking trips. Call or check the website for packages and pricing. It also rents kayaks for BZ$70 per day.

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    Joy Tours

    Offers a variety of fishing, snorkeling and diving activities. Staff will also be glad to arrange hiking tours to Maya ruins around southern Belize.

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    Sambur Jaguar Adventure Tours

    Friendly little operation with colorful blackboard listing trips.

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    South Belize Reef & Jungle

    A well-known dive operator that also dabbles in jungle tours.

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    Sailing Belize

    Day sails on a 50ft monohull (BZ$240 per person).

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    Nite Wind Guide Service

    Offers a variety of land and nautical tours.

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    Advanced Diving

    Does diving, snorkeling and fishing trips.

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    Ocean Motion Guide Service

    Does fishing and snorkeling trips.

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