Meaning “sweet water” in the Garifuna language, the coastal town of Dangriga is affectionately known as the “Garifuna Culture Capital of Belize.”
An authentic Belizean town, wooden houses perched on stilts coexist with more modern concrete homes and it is not unusual to find mango, cassava or plantain trees in the yards. With the rich spiritual beliefs of the Garifuna the sound of handcrafted Garifuna drums of mahogany and cedar may be heard at anytime day or night.
This charismatic town offers numerous opportunities to visit with Garifuna artists, drum-makers,learn about the Garifuna culture at the Gulusi Museum or participate in the reenactment of the Garifuna arrival to Belize on Garifuna Settlement Day.
In addition to the rich Garifuna culture Dangriga offers, it is a base for inland excursions to: the nearby rainforest attractions, take a quick tour of world famous Marie Sharp’s habanero pepper factory, or head out for the incredible dive and snorkel spots in waters near Tobacco Caye, South Water Caye and Glover’s Reef.
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