While in Belize

Activities and excursions

We arrive in Belize City later in the afternoon on Saturday and spend Sunday resting and enjoying our surroundings. Students may choose to visit local shops or the beach area. Here are some of the sites, locations, and people we may see in Belize.

Lubaantun

Lubaantun ("Place of the Fallen Stones") is a pre-Columbian ruined city of the Maya civilization, which flourished briefly between AD 730 and 890. This ancient city served as a vital regional capital, administrative center, and trade hub. It is highly celebrated for its distinctive construction style, which completely abandons the traditional limestone and mortar used in other Maya regions.

Here, we will learn about the Maya people, past and present.

Tunich Ha Reserve and Ecological Center

Tunich Ha is a captivating tourist attraction located in the picturesque Cattle Landing Village, just a short distance from Punta Gorda. This hidden gem is known for its lush landscapes, vibrant flora and fauna, and the warm hospitality of the local community. For nature lovers and adventure seekers alike, Tunich Ha presents an array of opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Belize, from hiking through scenic trails to observing the rich biodiversity that thrives in the area.

Here, we will learn about the ecosystem and marine protected areas of Belize.

Maya Leaders Alliance

The Maya Leaders Alliance (MLA) is a grassroots coalition of indigenous Q'eqchi' and Mopan Maya organizations and leaders in southern Belize dedicated to promoting community wellbeing and defending collective land rights.

Here, we will learn about indigenous land rights,

St. Benedict R.C. Elementary School

St. Benedict R.C. School is a Roman Catholic elementary school located in the Toledo Hope/Indianville Area of Punta Gorda Town, Belize. It serves a diverse student body from Infant I through Standard VI (grades 1–8).

Here, we will do a service project for the school and enjoy an afternoon learning about the school

Naledo

Naledo is a social enterprise founded by mother-daughter team Umeeda and Nareena Switlo. Being a better business for better lives means sourcing sustainably and partnering with hundreds of small-scale growers to ensure we have a positive impact from forest to fridge.

Here, we will learn about social enterprise and local Belizean small business ownership.

Andrea's Chocolate

Andrea's Chocolate is a small artisan, Maya Q'eqchi' family-owned chocolate business located in the village of San Miguel. Here, we will learn how traditional Maya chocolate is made, participate in the chocolate-making process, and enjoy ka'kau (hot chocolate).

Rio Blanco Falls

Rio Blanco Falls is a scenic 15-to-20-foot cascading waterfall and deep natural swimming pool located within the 500-acre Rio Blanco National Park in the Toledo District of southern Belize.

While there, we will visit a local women's co-op to learn about heritage crafts and traditional Maya heirlooms.

Fallen stones butterfly farm

Fallen Stones Butterfly Farm is a butterfly preserve and breeding location, built to expand on species bred in Belize.

Have you ever wondered where the butterflies come from for live displays at museums, rainforest exhibits, and the like? Here you will find out!

Farm and Beekeeping tours

Each year, we visit local beekeepers and farmers to learn about agroforestry, biodiversity, and the importance of environmental sustainability to their work.

Belize Zoo

At The Belize Zoo, visitors can get up close with over 175 animals representing more than 45 native species living within 29 acres of completely intact natural rainforest habitat.

As part of Belize Zoo's critical conservation program, we will encounter local species (jaguars, tapirs, howler monkeys, and scarlet macaws), visit their education center exclusively for orphaned, rescued, or rehabilitated wildlife that cannot be returned to the wild.

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