BELIZE Recommendations

THE CAYES
The 411 - The numerous little islands that run all along the great barrier reef there. I spent several days on the dinky Tobacco Caye where I could literally stand in the middle of the island, do a 360, and see the carribean on all sides! Only 16 people live on the island, so you become like a little surrogate family. Very cool! Walk right off the beach for good snorkeling, check out fisherman catching lobster and conch, and just hang out. Caye Caulker also was recommended by pther travelers.

SAN IGNACIO (CAYO)
The 411 - Book a day tour to play in waterfalls, and another day exploring a cave with Mayan artifacts and skeletons, wading in the dark through ankle to neck-deep water all-the-while. The later is highly recommended.

MOUNTAIN PINE RIDGE
The 411 - This area suffered from a major fire a few years pack and will take some time to recover.


RECOMMENDED 1-3 WEEK ITINERARY -
Fly into Belize City and head out to San Ignacio area for a few days before going to your Caye(s) of choice.

APPROXIMATE COSTS (For Low Budget Travel)
Room - $8-15/1p
Meal - $1-4/pp
Beer - $1.50
Visa - 90 days FREE

What's to Like?
Minimal tourism + the chill, island vibe with fantastic snorkling + scuba diving, and the fact that Belizians love to party.

What's Not?
Belize City (from what I've been told) + the higher costs.

Will you Starve to Death?
Expect to eat alot of beans + rice and seafood.

Will you Dig It?
If you like to snokel or dive, have limited time + a few extra bucks to blow this is a good pick. They also speak English for those that are intimidated by a new language.

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