Why You Should Explore Belize Beyond San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
San Pedro continues to grow in popularity with every traveler who visits, but Belize has many attractions and activities that...
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Northern Belize
Winding rivers. Ancient legacies.
Northern Belize is home to one of our largest Maya sites.
Find the sweetest measure of tranquility within the sugar regions of Belize. With its cultural influences, soothing river and coastal water adventures, there’s much to savor, particularly the local flavors. The New River—an ancient Maya waterway—showcases the wildlife and beautiful scenery of Northern Belize. With traditions imparted by our Mestizo and Maya cultures, you’ll awaken your taste buds. There’s enough adventure to excite the inner-explorer through ancient Maya regions, transforming a laidback day into the ultimate quest! Northern Belize bucket-list sites, such as: Lamanai in Orange Walk District and Cerros in Corozal District.
Destinations in Northern Belize
Attractions in Northern Belize
Gallon Jug Estate
Deep in the jungles of Northwest Belize lies an incredibly wildlife-rich ecosystem home to the Gallon Jug Estate. At the…
Shipstern Nature Reserve
Located in Corozal District, Shipstern Nature Reserve is a 31-square-mile tropical rainforest, with more than 300 different species of birds awaiting…
Santa Rita
If you are looking for a short trip to ancient Maya sites while staying in Corozal, Santa Rita is just…
Gabriel Hoare Market
Located in Corozal, the Gabriel Hoare Market features local fruits and vegetables, as well as a great look at local life….
Corozal House of Culture
Just off the Corozal Bay, the House of Culture is housed in what was once the community center point of…
Las Banquitas House of Culture
Located in the heart of Orange Walk Town, on Main Street, Las Banquitas House of Culture offers a unique historical collection…
Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary
Known as one of Belize’s top birding spots, Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary (pardon the pun) spans 16,400 acres and includes…
Cerros
Take a short boat ride across the Corozal Bay to Cerros or an adventurous trip by road. As the only…
Lamanai
Boat up the New River from Orange Walk to the Lamanai Maya temples. On your boat ride, in addition to…
