DESTINATIONS
Talk to an expert
Arabian Gulf
020 7666 1211
Caribbean
020 7666 1214
Europe/Mediterranean
020 7666 1218
Far East
020 7666 1213
India & Subcontinent
020 7666 1212
Indian Ocean
020 7666 1210
Latin America
020 7666 1260
North Africa
020 7666 1230
North America City Breaks
020 7666 1217
North America Ranch
020 7666 1217
Southern & East Africa
020 7666 1250
HOLIDAY TYPES
Beach Holidays in Belize
One of the most beautiful and surprising of the Central American States,Belize is the only official English-speaking country in Latin America. With fantastic scuba diving and snorkelling, islands and white sand beaches, protected areas of forest sheltering rare wildlife and extraordinary Mayan sites, Belize may be small but it certainly offers an incredibly diverse range of attractions.
Belize was a British colony for more than a century. Today its small population of just over 300,000 makes it one of the least populated in all of Central America, with a mix of Maya and Garifuna cultures as well as many different Mennonite communities.
Belize is known principally as a top diving holiday destination - the Belize Barrier Reef is the second longest in the world after the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
On your holiday in Belize, you can plan a visit to Caracol, the largest known Mayan site in the country as well as find time to relax on one of the first class beaches, choosing between the offshore Cayes or the mainland. You may be lucky enough to spot a jaguar in the remote protected forests of the interior around Orange Walk or explore local communities and organic cacao plantations along the southern coast.
As part of the Mundo Maya (Mayan World) a holiday to Belize can be easily combined with Guatemala and the Mexican Yucatan for a fantastic insight into the splendour and magnificence of the ancient Mayan empire.
Rainbow Tours
Specialists in Latin America, Western & Oriental’s sister company, Rainbow Tours, offers a range of tailor-made Belize holidays. Visit Rainbow Tours' website to see their range of bespoke itineraries and to plan your Belize holiday. Genuine expertise, personal service and the ability to design a truly special holiday make them the perfect choice to discover the best of Belize.
Our knowledgeable Latin America specialists will bring their first-hand experience of the region to help create a tailor-made holiday to Belize for you.
Located in the northeastern corner of Central America, Belize has some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in the Caribbean. From the magnificent landscapes to the beautiful wildlife, it is easy to see why the number of visitors here increases every year.
The territory is compromised marginally more by sea than land, which is a main attraction for many visitors.
The rich tropical forest supports a range of wildlife as well.
The restaurants of Belize serve some of the finest delicacy dishes in the world. The palette of the cuisine is influenced by Chinese, Latin American, and Creole tastes. Popular food includes split peas and pigtail over rice, beans, and other meat dishes.
Specialty juices made from fruits such as orange, watermelon, and lime are served as beverages.
The entertainment of Belize enables visitors to explore the culture and make the most of their visit. Such popular features include nightclubbing, shopping, and tasting fine delicacies at local restaurants.
There is no visa requirement to enter Belize.
The electric current of Belize is 110 volts, identical to the United States.
Belize is a reasonable safe country although petty theft and pickpocketing are common. As it all travel destinations, you should be advised to safe keep your belongings and remain aware of your surroundings, especially in large crowds.
The height of Belize’s tourism season runs from late November to late April and is considered the dry season.
The weather is subtropical in general, similar to that in southern Florida.
The rainy season runs from June to mid-November while the hurricane season runs from July to October which also brings potential of hurricanes.
It is recommended that travellers ensure their Tetanus and Polio vaccines are up do date prior to travel.
The flying time from the UK is 10.5 hours.
English is the official language of Belize but most locals also speak Creole fluently.
The official currency is the Belize Dollar.
The time difference is GMT -7 hours.
We can send you a quote for your tailor-made holiday
For the latest offers and travel news
Please complete all relevant fields fully,
as this ensures we have all the details to
answer your request.
