If you love nature, the great outdoors, and the majesty of the unconquered world, there are few vacation spots more deserving of your attention and visitation than Belize. This little pocket of paradise located along the Caribbean offers a variety of different ecosystems and nature experiences for any nature-lover or conservation-minded individual looking for an enriching break from the daily grind. For a better idea of just what Belize has to offer you, keep reading.

Adventures on the Land

Riding a Horse Across the Land. Belize is a relatively small country, and most of its land is suitable for some equestrian exploration.

Hiking Through the Jungle. Belize has acres of jungles and rainforest to explore, with many of them leading to waterfalls or ruins belonging to the ancient Maya, and all of them flush with tropical flora and fauna.

Cockscomb Basin Forest Reserve. This is a 400-square-mile, multi-biome nature preserve and the sole place on the planet dedicated to preserving the indigenous jaguar, though it also houses many other animals.

Adventures in the Water

General Aquatic Fun in Belize’s Pristine Barrier Reef. Given its close proximity to the clear blue waters of the Caribbean Sea, there is obviously plenty of diving, snorkeling, and even fishing that you can engage in. There are also options to tour the rivers, spot various flora and fauna, or even canoe along the riverways.

The Great Blue Hole. Belize is home to a gorgeous underwater landmark that is just as eye-catching during a flyover. This particular fixture is an underwater sinkhole that does a wonderful job at distinguishing the water within from the water without, resulting in an amazing gradient of blue. This venue is great for divers and aerial photographers.

If any of these activities or venues has got you itching to come to visit Belize, be it the fall, winter, or just about any other time of the next year, you will need a place to hang your hat and use as a base of operations during your stay. There is no place better to suit a traveler’s needs than the award-winning Chabil Mar resort. Located along the southern portion of the country, Chabil Mar is found within the peninsula of Placencia and serves as a fine launching point for any nature excursion you might fancy.