Belize Is Every Water Lovers' Paradise

By Linda Patterson


Have you heard of the place called Belize? If you do not know then you are not alone; in fact there are loads of people who are not aware of this little tiny Central American country sandwiched between the western Caribbean Sea, Mexico and Guatemala.

Belize is where one of the earliest Maya civilization prospered. It is rich when it comes to natural resources. It is in fact a blessing for this country to be lesser known as this has helped preserved its environment. Belize tours are what you must consider if you love outdoor adventures.

A number of picturesque resorts filled the coast and there are a number of islands known as cays which serve as a habitat for marine life. Amongst these are the Ambergris Caye which is famous however, if you are trying to find a less crowded and much less modern setting then it is Caye Caulker that you should go to. Apart from a country ambiance, this atoll is close to several diving and also snorkeling sites.

Among the most well known locations for diving that have earned popularity around the world is the Great Blue Hole. If you are interested to go scuba diving here then you can include this in your Belize scuba diving travel package.

Are you aware where the Great Blue Hole originated from? It's an outcome of a process which was triggered 15,000 years back during the Ice Age, when the sea water level dropped significantly therefore revealing the limestone beneath. Much of the limestone was eroded after the water poured in gradually and formed underwater caverns. For a long period of time, there was a solid roof that supports a hollow network under then when it could not hold, it crumbled leaving behind a huge sinkhole. It is challenging to explore this deep blue hole. Having an experienced diving instructor with you is highly recommended because the depth of this hole is bottomless.

Tres Cocos and Hol Chan Marine Reserve are some of the other well known scuba diving sites that are worth exploring. Little Channel or Hol Chan in Maya language was created in the year 1987 and this marine reserve has provided sanctuary for an abundant variety of marine life such as nurse sharks and stingrays.

Why not experience diving in Punta Arena Canyons through a guided Belize travel package. Often called 'Small Cut', this diving location constitutes a pair of canyons which can be reached through a triangular entrance. The marine life is amazing which makes the diving experience very enriching as well as unforgettable.

If you are an avid bird watcher then you should not miss the chance to check out the Booby birds on Half Moon Caye in the Zircote forest. From the three Booby bird species which one can find in Belize, this isle is where you can find the white variety which has different black markings on its wings. The best place to see these birds and their light blue eggs that are nestled among the orange flowers of the Zircote thicket is from the observation tower.

Got some time left? Why not take this chance to interact with the ethnic inhabitants or take a walk along the beach. At the end of your vacation, you will surely want to go back to Belize someday.




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