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  • One of Belize City iconic birds, the Macaw, and a highlight on all Belize vacations

Located at the mouth of the Belize River on the coast of the Caribbean is Belize City, the largest city in the country, serving a trip to Belize as the country's principal port as well as its financial and industrial centre.

Once a small Maya city called Holzuz, Belize City was founded as Belize Town by British lumber harvesters in 1638. The town’s location on the water made it ideal for the British to ship and trade timber like mahogany and eventually became the home of many African slaves who were brought in to work the lumber industry. Belize City was the country’s capital until a terrible hurricane in 1961 devastated the region and the capital was moved to Belmopan located further inland.

Today, Belize City is the country’s only major urban area and is a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities. The 21st century has witnessed more tourism in the city due to a surge in cruise ship visitors on their way to explore the country’s unique attractions on a Belize vacation. There is handsome colonial architecture as well as excellent shopping, dining and beautiful seaside parks. With the country’s largest hotels found in Belize City, it is an excellent base from which to discover all that Belize has to offer.

 

Belize Travel Information

At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Belize vacations.

Learn about the history and culture of Belize, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Belize's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Belize for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Belize tours today!

 

Extend Your Trip

After your Belize tours, why not consider another of Goway's Latin America tours? These include a large selection of other exciting countries in Central and South America. We offer Chile vacation packages and Easter Island tours, Ecuador vacation packages which include Galapagos cruises, Peru vacation packages which include Machu Picchu tours and Brazil tours including Iguassu Falls tours among many others. 

 

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Belize City, Belize

  • Tikal & Belize Adventure

    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: This adventure through the Mayan ruins of Belize and Guatemala will satisfy your cravings for a culturally rich holiday, ending with several sun-filled days on the beaches of beautiful San Pedro.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 3,324
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Private Experiences, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Belize Jungle & Beach Experience

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Stripping back to the basics, this weeklong escape to Belize captures two of the country’s most valuable natural assets. Begin your adventure either in the jungle or on the beach, with time at leisure to devote to the activities that interest you the most.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 1,327
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Beach & Island Escapes, Family Vacations, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Belize City, Mayan Temples and Ambergris Caye Beaches

    MODERATE|TAILOR-MADE: A great introduction to Belize, offering a visit to one of its key Mayan sites as well as a tour of a fun, open-air zoo. Spoiler alert: you’ll see jaguars. The main part of your trip takes you to Ambergris Caye and, specifically, its fun capital San Pedro. We take you on a great snorkel tour and your accommodation is right in the epicentre, while Belize’s famous barrier reef is just half a mile offshore.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 1,794
    Trip Type:
    Beach & Island Escapes, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Belize Rainforest and Caribbean Beach Tranquility

    MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Tranquility, the enjoyment of a stunning natural setting both in the jungle as well as on a stretch of a private white sand beach, make this a Belize holiday to remember for a long time. Outdoor yoga and spa sessions after hiking a trail in the Maya Mountains are memories you take with you as you relax under the swaying palm trees and serene beach setting of the Portofino Resort.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,959
    Trip Type:
    Beach & Island Escapes, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Belize: Sleeping Giants, Jaguars and Hopkins Beach

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Spend 8 days exploring beautiful Belize at your own pace. Embrace the natural wonder of the Maya Mountains, the Sibun River, Sibun Nature Reserve, and Cockscomb Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy the pristine beaches, farm-to-table dining, and boutique shops in the Cayo District and at Hopkins Beach.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 3,327
    Trip Type:
    Beach & Island Escapes, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Cayo Espanto Belize: Stay of Distinction

    Discover your own private island at Cayo Espanto, a breathtaking luxury resort in Belize. Staying in this 5-star, world-class resort, you’ll have several days to enjoy your pristine accommodations and take full advantage of the private island and surrounding undersea wonders of the Belize Barrier Reef.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 7,187
    Trip Type:
    Beach & Island Escapes, Stays of Distinction
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  • Chabil Mar Resort Belizean Beach Escape

    Escape to the Caribbean and the beaches of Belize on this incredible resort getaway. Staying at a boutique resort on the banks of the Caribbean, you’ll enjoy luxury accommodations and spend your days exploring the natural wonders of nearby jungles and coral reefs.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 1,110
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Beach & Island Escapes, Single Friendly
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  • Ramons Beach Resort: Belizean Beach Escape

    Ramons Resort is a great place to experience one of the last unspoiled places on earth. Dive the Western Hemisphere's largest barrier reef, explore mystical Maya temples or any number of other experiences offered in this compact paradise.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 477
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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