We are happy to announce both of our properties are recognized among travelers’ favorites!
The Belikin La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge is a four-day canoe race that takes place every year on the Belize Old River. Conceptualized by Richard Harrison of Big-H Enterprises to promote the Vida brand purified water, the race has evolved into one of the longest canoe races in Central America.
Famous for its breathtaking beaches and pristine waters, Belize is also recognized as a sought-after scuba diving destination. Among these beautiful diving spots in the country, Tobacco Caye stands out.
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After over two long and challenging pandemic years, 2022 saw the return of some normalcy in all walks of life here at the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center. It was such a delight to hear the chatter and excitement of Belizean school-children once again in the Zoo. We continued to welcome back international and local visitors alike both at the Zoo and over at the Tropical Education Center.
We are so happy to celebrate a new milestone. As "the Belize experts" for the last 35 years, we have helped tens of thousands of travelers experience the best of this beautiful country.
We are extremely happy to announce that after 6 arduous weeks of hard work, The Belize Zoo & Tropical Education Center is open again! It's official, the doors have reopened to the public on December 17th!
The Belize Zoo & Tropical Education Center has come a long way in its recovery and repair efforts, although there is still a long way to go the Zoo grounds and habitats will be safe and enjoyable for the resident animals, staff, and visitors.
Last Wednesday, November 2, Hurricane Lisa reached Belize, and while all our Island Expeditions locations were spared by the strong winds and heavy rains, the Belize Zoo & Tropical Education Center was severely impacted as they were right on the path of the storm.
Starting February 15, 2022 the Belize Government has manadated that all foreign travellers arriving into Belize must purchase a travel insurance policy for any covid related expenses. The cost for this policy is $18 USD per traveller (including adults & children), and can be purchased in advance of travel.
This policy is in addition to your normal travel medical insurance, and should be considered only for Covid related costs in Belize relating to arriving to Belize, feeling symptoms or testing positive upon departure.