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The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Santuary spreads over about 160 square miles of forest, and is home to the world's first Jaguar Preserve. The sanctuary, managed by the Belize Audobon Society, is home to a healthy, but elusive, population of jaguars. One of the many trails leads to a refreshing waterfall. More... |
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Dangriga, the largest town in the Stann Creek District is located 55 miles from Belmopan and 105 miles from Belize City. Dangriga takes its name from the local Garifuna language, meaning, “Here, the sweet water is close at hand”. The town’s drinking supply is refreshingly cool and arguably the best tasting in Belize. More... |
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Hopkins is a small Garifuna village located about eight miles from Dangriga on the Southern Highway. This coastal village has one of Belize's few mainland sandy beaches. Fishing is one of the major economic activities of Hopkins, with tourism showing incredible growth potential.
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The Mayflower Bocawina National Park can be found on a feeder road off mile six on the Southern Highway, just 4 1/2 miles in. The narrow dirt road shaded by the jungle’s lush canopy of trees inspires excitement in travelers and hints at the adventures to be found in the hidden destination covering over 7,000 acres. More... |
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Stretching 16 miles between the calm lagoons of Big Creek and the blue, choppy seas of south Stann Creek, the picturesque Placencia Peninsula is quickly becoming a premiere tourist destination in Belize. Located 100 miles south of Belize City, Placencia boasts the longest sand beach in the entire country. More... |
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Located 32 miles down the Southern Highway, a feeder road leads the way to the Mayan village of Red Bank. With the discovery of brilliant flocks of Scarlet Macaws inhabiting the area, trails have been developed to allow the visitor incredible views of these birds. More... |
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Located and marked by a sign along the Sittee River access road just off the Southern Highway, this historical glimpse into the fleeting sugar industry provides an interesting outing in a rich jungle setting. More... |
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Evidence on site suggests that Caracol once had military victory over Guatemala's great Mayan city of Tikal. |
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