Add Hopkins and Dangriga To Your Belize Bucket List  

Many travelers that visit Belize don't make it to the southern part of the country. They're missing out because this part of the country offers the finest beaches in the region. Southern Belize is also home to Dangriga and Hopkins, two destinations that offer their own intriguing attractions. Here's why you should put them on your itinerary.
Dangriga Town

Dangriga is a small, lively town that goes by the nickname the "Culture Capital of Belize." Enjoy music, art galleries, dancing, authentic dining, and more in this small gem of a town.

Dangriga is the heart of Belize's Afro-Caribbean Garifuna culture. Visit the Gulisi museum that is dedicated to the Garifuna's history in Belize. Take classes in Garifuna cooking and dancing. Dangriga is also close to several Maya communities. While you're here, learn how the modern Maya use ancient techniques to make unique products like Maya chocolate.

From Dangriga, it's an easy trip to the Belize Barrier Reef. It's the perfect launching spot for your scuba diving, fishing, sea kayaking, and snorkeling expeditions. Traveling through the Caribbean Sea takes you through unspoiled cayes and atolls where wildlife and sea life are abundant.

Hopkins Village

Just south of Dangriga is the small Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins. You'll find a true beach destination in this easygoing community. Enjoy 12 miles of unspoiled, white-sand beaches. Relax in the sun with an ice-cold Belikin or a tropical drink made with local rum.

Hopkins is a great starting point for two of Belize's best wildlife preserves. Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve is the world's first jaguar sanctuary. It offers acres of waterfalls, hiking trails, natural pools, and incredible views. The Mayflower Bocawina National Park is another amazing preserve that is home to several species of wild cat, bats, and other local wildlife. Both preserves are less than an hour's drive from Hopkins.

Get Wild with Untame Belize

True to its name, Untame Belize specializes in tours and excursions that are on the wild side. If you're ready to take on a challenge, you're ready for an adventure package that's created just for you. The expert guides at Untame Belize can arrange snorkeling, scuba diving, zip-lining, bird-watching or wildlife spotting tours. We also provide transportation to and from Dangriga and Hopkins.

If you want the best of Belize's wild side, contact Untame Belize Tours and Transfers.

Top Five Things to Do in Dangriga

When you visit Belize, set aside time to visit vibrant, colorful Dangriga. Known as the cultural capital of Belize, Dangriga is the heart of Belize's Garifuna culture. Discover a thriving town on the banks of the Stann Creek. Here are five amazing things to do in Dangriga.

1. Visit Pen Cayetano Studio Gallery

Ingrid and Pen Cayetano own and run the Pen Cayetano Gallery. Pen is one of Belize's most famous artists. At the gallery, you can find Pen's paintings of Belize along with Ingrid's homemade jellies and teas. The gallery is also a bookstore, an art studio, a music studio and a showcase for local musicians. Get the full flavor of Belize at the Pen Cayetano Gallery. It's located in a colonial home on Aranda Crescent.

2. Take a Garifuna Cooking Class

Indulge in every savory flavor of Belize's ethnic diversity with a culinary exploration. The Garifuna people of Belize are recognized by UNESCO as a living cultural heritage. Learn to make their traditional dish hudut, a blend of coconut milk, fried fish and plantains. Cook with fish caught that day, fresh coconut and the unique spice blends of the Garifuna. Immerse yourself in a unique Belizean culinary adventure.

3. Marie Sharp Factory Tour

Marie Sharp's Hot Sauce is one of Belize's most famous products. You'll find it in every restaurant and most people's homes. Marie was inducted into the Sauce Hall of Fame in 2016. Come visit her factory and watch Marie's team turn habanero peppers into four different varieties of this tasty condiment.

4. Gulisi Garifuna Museum

Learn all about the fascinating Garifuna people. Historians believe that the Garifuna are descendants of people who escaped from a sinking slave ship and made their way to what is present-day Honduras. Many of them migrated to Belize, where they established a thriving community. Learn about their history, culture, language and customs at the Gulisi Garifuna Museum.

5. Southern Belize Beaches

The beaches in southern Belize are stunning. They're also wonderfully untouched. Escape the crowds while you enjoy a lazy day sunning and swimming. The clear waters, soft sand and warm sunshine will lift your spirits.

Travel to Dangriga with Untame Belize

The best way to get to all of Dangriga's doings is to arrange your transportation through Untame Belize. We provide comfortable, air-conditioned and secure transportation to and from Dangriga. If you prefer, you can join us on a full-service tour that takes you to all the Dangriga highlights. Contact Untame Belize for all your Belize adventures.

4 Reasons to Visit Belize This Fall

If you aren't quite ready to say goodbye to summer and say hello to pumpkin spice lattes and back-to-school sales, why not plan a fall vacation to extend those chilled out vibes a little longer? A visit to the stunning Central American nation of Belize this fall is sure to leave you feeling reinvigorated and ready to tackle the rest of your year.

Here are 4 great reasons why you should escape to Belize this fall:

Fewer Crowds

Fall vacations in Belize tend to be very peaceful and tranquil. This is mostly due to the fact that the region is significantly less crowded at this particular time of the year. While the rest of the world is returning to their normal lives, you will have the beautiful beaches and lush landscapes of Belize all to yourself.

Lower Prices

Reduced prices for accommodation and excursions are an added benefit of the lack of people in the area during the fall months. When you take a trip to Belize during this time, you can expect to pay quite a bit less than you would if you traveled at a busier time of year.

Beautiful Weather in Fall

Of course, one of the best things about visiting Belize during fall is the amazing weather. This is particularly true if you live in an area that starts to get a little chilly in September or October. When you hop off the plane for your fall getaway, you can expect to enjoy plenty of sunshine and temperatures coming in at around 81 degrees. You might even say that the weather at this time of year is UnBelizeable.

Fun and Festivals in Fall

The people of Belize know how to have fun. This is never more true than during their numerous September festivals such as St. George's Caye Day on September 10th and Belize Independence Day on September 21st. When you travel to the region on your fall vacation, you will be more than welcome to join in the celebrations and party like the locals do.

Untame Belize

No matter what you want to do during your time in Belize this fall, you can book it all through Untame Belize. From tours and activities to shuttles and transfers, our team of local travel experts can handle just about every aspect of your vacation planning process. You can learn more about our services by visiting our website.