Everything you need to know about Belize phased re-opening on August 15th, 2020

News broke on Thursday, June 25th when the Prime Minister of Belize made the official announcement that Belize’s international airport (BZE), the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA) will reopen on August 15, 2020, as part of the country’s five-phase re-opening strategy for tourism. The opening of the international airport will kick-off Belize’s third phase of re-opening, allowing for further travel relaxation and open entry for chartered flights, private aviation, and limited re-opening of international leisure travel with approved hotels only.

With the reopening of PGIA, enhanced health and safety protocols have been put in place. Travelers to Belize will be comforted to know that based on proper management and containment efforts applied during the height of the pandemic, Belize was able to enjoy over 50 days of a Covid-19 free environment. Ongoing efforts will offer vacation opportunities with minimal risk of contracting Covid-19 while in Belize. In addition, with Belize having such low population density and being just a short flight away from most major US cities, the destination is well poised for post-COVID-19 travel.

All travelers to Belize will be required to adhere to health and safety measures implemented by the Government of Belize (GOB) including social distancing, hand sanitization, proper hygiene and the wearing of face masks in public spaces.

Pre-Travel Arrangements

  1. All passengers traveling to Belize will be required to download the Belize Health App and complete the required information prior to boarding the flight to Belize.  A QR code with a unique ID number will be returned to the passenger and will be used for contact tracing while in Belize.
  2. Passengers are encouraged to take a COVID PCR test within 72 hours of travel to Belize.

As a part of the pre-travel process, the passenger should start by booking their flight and hotel. Opening of hotels will be in a phased approach, and the first grouping of hotels that will be allowed to open include properties that:

  1. have achieved the Tourism Gold Standard Certificate of Recognition, and
  2. provide full service to guests.  This means that these hotels are able to provide all amenities, so as to contain the guest on the property, and minimize opportunities for guest interaction within the local community. These amenities include having transportation to offer pick-up/drop-off services from the airport; access to a restaurant on the property; have a pool or access to beachfront; and be able to provide isolated tours, limited to guests of the property only.

Passengers are therefore encouraged to book Gold Standard approved hotels.  A list of the Gold Standard approved hotels will be available at  www.travelbelize.org  in the coming weeks.

Entry Requirements

  1. Passengers that provide certification of a negative test result from a Covid-19 PCR test done within 72 hours of travel, will be allowed immediate entry into Belize via a ‘fast track’ lane.
  2. Passengers that do not provide a negative Covid-19 test, must test upon arrival in Belize, at the passenger’s expense.  A negative test result will allow entry into Belize.
  3. Passengers who test positive for Covid-19 at the Belize International Airport will be placed in mandatory quarantine for a minimum period of fourteen (14) days at the passenger’s expense.

All visitors to Belize will be required to:

At the Airport

The Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA) has implemented enhanced cleaning and sanitization protocols. These include:

Departure

Residents and visitors departing from Belize will also see new enhanced health and safety measures implemented.  Some of these new measures include:

Preparation for the return of visitation via land borders and cruising are still underway and re-opening plans will be announced at a later date. The Government of Belize, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation, and the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) continue to actively monitor this very fluid situation.

PGIA closed in mid-march due to the outbreak of COVID-19. To date, Belize has recorded a total of 23 cases of COVID-1 and 2 deaths. The country’s success towards this virus comes after its prompt action of closing all borders and implementing strict quarantine measures.

If your flying to Belize, when the international airport reopens and you’re in need of a comfortable and affordable transfer to any part of the country, Untame Belize Tour and Transfer is the best option. In addition, if your still not sure which destination you want to vacation or what tours you should do when in Belize. Feel free to call, message, email, or visit our website at www.untamebelize.com. To keep up with the latest and best news about Belize, feel free to visit  www.untamebelize.com or follow us on our social media platforms ( Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and our Facebook Group Visit Belize).

Belize International Airport is set to Reopen on August 15, 2020

Via a virtual press conference on Thursday, June 25th, The Government of Belize announced that Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA) will reopen on August, 15th, 2020 to international travelers. Prime Minister Dean Barrow stated that after much consideration with the Ministry of Health, they decided to make this decision of reopening.

PGIA closed in mid-march due to the outbreak of COVID-19. To date, Belize has recorded a total of 23 cases of COVID-1 and 2 deaths. The country’s success towards this virus comes after its prompt action of closing all borders and implementing strict quarantine measures.

The Philip Goldson International Airport is the official international airport in the country, located in Ladyville, Belize District which is just a 10-minute drive outside Belize City.  If your flying to Belize, when the international airport reopens and you’re in need of a comfortable and affordable transfer to any part of the country, Untame Belize Tour and Transfer is the best option. In addition, if your still not sure which destination you want to vacation or what tours you should do when in Belize. Feel free to call, message, email or visit our website at www.untamebelize.com

In addition, the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) has launched its reopening plans for hotels, restaurants, and tour operators. The new guidelines outline the enhanced health and safety protocols that are being introduced as part of the Government of Belize, the Belize Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Health, and the BTB’s commitment to keeping Belizeans, tourism-dependent communities, and visitors safe from the risks related to COVID-19. Also, upon the airport reopening, travelers will be subject to new guidelines set out for entry, which will include a COVID-19 test.

Untame Belize Tour and Transfers is happy to welcome international visitors back to our Beautiful Belize. So feel free to contact The Premiere Tour Company in Belize for unbelizable adventures and shuttle services.

The Beer of Belize: Belikin Beer

The Beer of Belize, Belikin Beer is the only beer that is worth drinking when vacationing in Belize. Belikin is more than just a beer, it’s what brings us together says Belize Brewing Company.  The company has been brewing Belikin Beer since 1971 with its tagline "the beer of Belize". Therefore, Belikin Beer has become a true taste of Belize. The origin of the name “Belikin” dates back to the ancient Maya Classical Period and means “road to the east”. This could also be referring to the eastward expansion of the Mayas toward Belize. It is believed to be what the native Mayas called Belize and connects Belikin with our Belizean heritage. While the label of the beer features the Maya site of Iconic Altun Ha Maya Ruin located 31 miles north of Belize City. Belikin Beer is a classic European Continental Lager. A special blend of Canadian pilsner malt and German hops, along with a lengthy fermentation and lagering, has made our flagship brew a perfectly balanced, great-tasting full-bodied beer.

About Belikin:

Belize Brewing Company (makers of Belikin Beer) began in 1969 with Sir Barry Bowen and his son Eric Bowen. They couldn’t afford to build the brewery on their own, so they hired an international consultancy firm to produce a feasibility study, with the hope that it would provide a compelling financial story and thus allow them to borrow money from the bank. Despite the conclusion bring the opposite of what they had hoped for, Sir Bowen was undeterred and became even more determined to prove those “experts” wrong. Thus, he and Eric decided to search for potential investors. After looking far and wide, they found support in an unlikely neighbor, Honduras. In 1969, the brewery in Honduras, Cerveceria Hondureña was being managed by Berty R. Hogge. She read the feasibility study, saw the conclusion, and spoke at length with Sir Bowen about why he was pushing for a project that had little chance of success. Sir Bowen was never a salesman, but when he believed in something, he was dogmatic. Hogge recognized and appreciated his vision and drive, and despite the “experts” advice, Cerveceria Hondureña invested in the Bowens’ plan and Belize Brewing was off the ground.


Construction quickly began, with a bootstrap budget and used equipment sourced throughout the region. The brewhouse was a 43-year-old decommissioned solid copper four-vessel brewery made in 1927. It was moved and installed in Belize in 1970, and was run for another 30 years, until 2000. The only new piece of equipment purchased was a boiler, which on the day Hogge had flown in for a site visit, blew up. Back then Belize Brewing was not what it is today, but through sweat and determination, Sir Bowen forged ahead with a struggling business. Occasionally, there were thoughts that maybe the “experts” had been right, but Sir Bowen never gave up. Believing in his dream, his project, and in himself, in 1981 bought Cerveceria Hondureña’s shares.


In 1969 Sir Bowen launched Belize Brewing Company, makers of Belikin, to be sold ‘Onli Eena Belize’ (only in Belize). And through the support of its fellow Belizeans, the brewery has steadily grown. Not bad for a brewery that shouldn’t be! Not bad for a Belizean population too small for a brewery! Today, Belize Brewing celebrates fifty years of pursuing excellence. The company remains independent and family-owned, today run by Michael H. M. Bowen, an eighth-generation Belizean. We are proud to be “The Beer of Belize,” and have done well for a company the experts thought had little chance of success.  Belize Brewing Company now produces Belikin Beer, Belikin Stout, Belikin Light, Belikin Premium, Belikin Black N Tan, Belikin Sorrel Stout, Belikin Chocolate Stout, Guinness Stout, and Lighthouse Lager.

If you’re a beer lover there is no way you can leave Belize without tasting the worlds’ best beer, Belikin Beer. If you’re planning to vacation in Belize, feel free to contact the Premiere Tour Company in-country, Untame Belize Tours and Transfers. We offer UnBelizable adventures and shuttles services from the Philip Goldson International Airport to any vacation destination in the country.

Belikin Beer Photo Via Instagram: shmelbmoore

Awesome and Refreshing Day Tours to do in Belize

Belize is a perfect haven for those looking for a relaxing vacation while being an adventurous traveler. If you decide to vacation in southern Belize, there are various awesome and refreshing day trips that you can do from whatever destination you are. Here are some awesome and refreshing tours you can do in one day while vacationing in Southern  Belize:

1. Cave Tubing and Inland Blue Hole Swimming.

2. Hike the Jaguar Preserve and Make Chocolate Treats.

3. Snorkel on the Belize Great Barrier Reef.

4. Climb Xunantunich Maya Ruins and then refresh yourself with Cave tubing or Inland Blue Hole Swimming.

5. Zipline, River Tube, and Waterfall Swim.

6. Go looking for Howler Monkeys.

All these tours are great options whether you’re a solo or couple traveler, or if you're vacationing with your family or a group of friends. when vacationing, you want to book with a responsible and efficient company that will take care of everything for you. Untame Belize Tours and Transfers is the best tour company in the country as they can take care of all your tours, transfer from International Airport to any destination in Belize and even book the hotel you desire. No need to worry about nothing, they can take care of everything for you, so we would recommend to book with them. To keep up with the latest and best news about Belize, feel free to visit  www.untamebelize.com or follow us on our social media platforms ( Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and our Facebook Group Visit Belize).

Top Adrenaline Rush Adventures to do in Belize

Vacationing is that period that you get to relax, reconnect with yourself, and enjoy every moment of leisure time you have with whatever makes you outmost happy. However, during all vacations, you always need that adrenaline rush moment that will be unforgettable even after you return to your normal life. Therefore, if you feel like you need an adrenaline rush moment or you’re an adventurous traveler, we have the best adventures do when vacationing in Belize.

1.Waterfall Rappelling at Mayflower Bocawina National Park

Located in the Stann Creek District of Belize, Mayflower Bocawina National Park is over 7,100-acre home to lush jungles, breathtaking waterfalls, and wildlife animals. Start with a hike through the jungle to reach the top of Bocawina Falls, while spotting wild animals like monkeys, colorful birds, and even large cats. Then gear up with a rope and harness as a guide helps you safely rappel down the tropical waterfall on a thrilling descent. Cool off with a refreshing swim in the natural pool below at the end of the adventure.

2. Black Hole Drop

The “Mother of all Caves,” Actun Loch Tunich! Start with a vigorous hike up into the foothills of the Maya Mountains to the mouth of the cave. This tour works every muscle so be physically prepared before signing up to explore the “Mother of all Caves”. Formed from a sinkhole, you will rappel down through the rainforest canopy. Journey about 300ft until you reach the bottom! A picnic lunch will refuel you for the return trek back home!

The Black Hole Drop

3. Ziplining

Ziplining is a must to do when vacationing in Belize. With some of the highest and longest zip lines in the world, you can be flying at the same height as the birds while viewing Belize’s mountain hills. Zip Lining is another way to surround yourself with nature while being that adrenaline rush moment you need during your vacation.

Ziplining

4. ATV Ride

One of the best ways to explore the rugged, natural beauty of Belize is with an ATV tour. Using tough, 4WD all-terrain vehicles, ATV tours allow visitors to reach some of the most pristine, untouched areas of the Belizean jungle.

ATV Tour

5. ATM Cave

Situated in the middle of a lush jungle, theActun Tunichil Muknal or  ATM Cave is one of the most magnificent sights in Belize and the world. National Geographic ranked the cave as one of the planet’s top sacred caves. Many visitors are drawn to the ATM Cave because of its history, beauty, and mystical appeal. One thing is for sure: After participants explore the ATM Cave, they will be truly amazed by this lost underworld in Belize. There are also many remains in the cave, including those of extremely young children. Most participants will spend roughly three hours exploring everything in the cave. Untame Belize is one of the few companies in the country that offers guided excursions to the ATM Cave.

The entrance of the ATM Cave
Photo via Instagram: @dashleyworldtour

Belize is the best vacation destination in the world as it has something special for each person. With lush rainforest, incredible beaches, extreme adventures, cultural activities, and the second-largest barrier reef in the world, Belize is a must-visit destination. Untame Belize Tours and Transfer is the number one company of its type in the country for creating unforgettable memories through their services. Therefore, we recommend booking all your adventures with Untame Belize. Also, we offer shuttles services from the Belize Philip Goldson S.W International Airport to any destination in the country you desire.

Immerse Yourself in Belize Cultures

With just a population of approximately 397,628 citizens, Belize is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. Belize is a ‘Melting Pot of Cultures’ for its unique blend of various influences from all over the world. Home to various ethnic groups such as the Garifuna, Mennonites, Maya, Creole, East Indian, Mestizos, Chinese, and much more. Each one of these cultures plays an amazing role in making Belize a culturally diverse destination for their unique traditions, dances, foods, music, and language.

Cultures of Belize:

1. The Garifunas

The Garifuna people arrived in Belize in 1832 after they left their native St. Vincent in the Caribbean. Their cultural contribution to Belize has been so remarkable that in 1977, November 19th was officially declared a public and bank holiday. Today, the Garifuna is one of the leading cultures in Belize for their authentic dishes, traditions, clothing, music, and dances.  Every year, the 19th of November is observed at National Garifuna Settlement Day where the Garifuna would do a reenactment of their arrival to Belize as well as host several celebrations throughout their communities in the country. You cannot come to Belize and not enjoy some of their delicious dishes like Hudut, cassava bread, darasa, bundiga or dance punta, HunguHungu, Chumba to the beat of the drums.

The Garifuna

2. The Mennonites

Migrating from the Netherlands in 1790, to Prussia, Germany, South Russia, Canada, the United States, and Mexico, the Mennonites finally settled in Belize in 1958. Under an agreement with the government, they bore all expenses of removal and settling, bringing with them capital amounting to one million dollars. They are exempted from military service; and although they pay all other taxes, they do not partake in any form of compulsory or social welfare schemes. Initially, some 3,500 Canadian Mennonites arrived in Belize, and today form communities on the upper reaches of the Belize River: Blue Creek on the Mexican border; Shipyard, Indian Creek, Richmond Hill in the Orange Walk District; Spanish Lookout and Barton Creek in the Cayo District; Little Belize in the Corozal District. Comprising 3.6 % of Belize’s population, they have made it a point to have their school, church, and financial institutions in their various communities. No matter in which region of Belize the Mennonites live and work, they are liked and respected, especially for the true Christian characteristics and helpfulness to others which they willingly display.

The Mennonites

3. The Mayas

Archeological records have dated the arrival of the Maya to what is now Belize to 2500 B.C. when they arrived in the Cuello area in the northern part of the country. Today, the descendants of that ancient people make up one of the distinct populations in Belize. Scholars divide the period of the Ancient Maya into three categories. The Classic Period is when the Maya culture reaches its zenith in the years between A.D. 250 and A.D. 1000. For unknown reasons, Maya city-states began to disintegrate after that point. Archeologists have speculated that it was due to environmental causes, plagues, or widespread civil unrest but no exact cause has ever been determined.

Today, there are three distinct groups of Maya living in Belize. In the northern districts of Corozal and Orange Walk lives a population known as the Yucatec Maya who originally migrated from neighboring Mexico. In the southern Toledo District of Belize live the Mopan Maya who originally migrated from the San Luis area of the Peten region in neighboring Guatemala. There is also a branch of the Mopan Maya clustered around the village of San Jose Succotz formed of a mixture of Maya from Mexican and Guatemalan immigrants. Also located in the southern Toledo District is the Kekchi Maya who migrated from San Pedro Corcha in Guatemala.

The Mayas

4. The Creole

The Belizean Creole or Kriol are Creole descendants of English log cutters and Black African slaves who were brought primarily from Jamaica to cut down mahogany trees. Many settlers would often marry or engage in sexual relations with Black African women, creating this new ethnic group. Today, identifying a Creole may confuse some; a blonde, blue-eyed Creole is not an uncommon sight as the term also denotes a culture that distinguishes more than physical appearance.

The Creole

5. The East Indians

Some years after slavery was abolished, a group of Hindus from India came to Belize by way of Jamaica. They had entered Jamaica as part of an indentureship program that the British arranged to provide labor for various industries in the Caribbean after slavery was abolished. After these people had finished five years of indentureship, they were free to move to any territory in the West Indies to work. In Belize, the Hindus first settled in the Corozal District where they formed a community they called Calcutta and worked for the Mestizo and British sugar interests.

East Indians were believed to be better for lighter agricultural work than Africans or Garinagu. This racial stereotype meant that they were absorbed mainly by the British and Mestizo Sugar Estates in northern Belize as well as the twelve Confederate sugar estates in the south of the country. A wave of Hindus also arrived directly from India in the 1920s.

The East Indians

6. The Mestizos

Northern Belize is home to the largest Mestizo population in Belize. The term "Mestizo" refers to individuals of mixed Spanish and Yucatan Mayan descent whose primary language is Spanish and religion Catholic. Because of the large Mestizo population within Orange Walk and Corozal, northern Belize demographically resembles Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula more than any Belizean region. Mestizos originally landed within the borders of modern-day Belize after fleeing the Guerra de las Castas in the Yucatan in 1848. When the conflict ended, many refugees remained and settled along the River Hondo on Belize's northern border. More recently, immigrants from Guatemala and El Salvador have contributed to the Spanish community in the north and west of Belize. Their presence over the years has established the Spanish language as an integral part of daily life within households and schools throughout the country.

The Mestizos

7. The Chinese 

The first Chinese in Belize arrived as indentured laborers from the Amoy region in southeastern China in 1865.  These immigrants were never agriculturally oriented and many died or went to live with the Santa Cruz Maya between the time they arrived in Belize and 1891.  The next migration of Chinese came from Livingston, Guatemala.  The subsequent wave of Chinese immigration was more permanent with several new families making Belize their home.

After Independence, citizens of Taiwan have immigrated to Belize.  Mainland Chinese have also continued to make Belize their homes. Another Asian group that has contributed to Belize is a small group from Korea who have made attempts at manufacturing in the country.  Asians have contributed much to the development of commerce in Belize.

The Chinese

How to Immerse Yourself in Belize Cultures?

Aside from creating unforgettable experiences with our adventures, we aim to educate visitors about the history and culture of Belize, therefore, we provide some amazing cultural immersion tours too.

Garifuna Immersion Tour

This is one of the most amazing, interactive, and informative tours you can do in Belize. Here you will have the opportunity to dress in the beautiful and amazing Garifuna traditional clothing throughout the experience. Here you will learn the legacy, traditions, taste authentic culinary of the Garifuna culture and of course, listen and dance to some of their top dances such as the HunguHungu, Chumba, Punta, and Wanaragua. This tour is usually done in the beautiful Hopkins Villages as it is a Garifuna community.

Maya Culture Tour

This tour allows participants to learn more about the  Maya people who built the legendary cities of Xunantunich, Tikal, Lamanai, Caracol, and Altun Ha that still tower over the Belizean landscape today.

In addition to these incredible culture tours, Untame Belize offers amazing outdoor jungle adventures throughout Belize and comfortable shuttle services from the country’s Philip Goldson International Airport to any vacation destination you desire. So if you want to immerse yourself in some of Belize's culture when vacationing here, we recommend booking with Untame Belize to make it a memorable experience.  To keep up with information about Belize feel free to visit our website at www.www.untamebelize.com or follow us on our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok).

Top Social Distancing and Best Resorts to Vacation in Southern Belize

The Southern part of Belize is known to be one of the prime vacation areas in the country. As here you can not only enjoy some of the best beaches in the world but also lush rainforest, amazing waterfalls, and Unbelizable adventures. However, the top two destinations to vacation in Southern Belize are Hopkins Village and the Placencia Peninsula. As per our previous blog, with this newly outbreak of COVID-19 virus, it seems that social distancing will be the new normal. However, social distancing doesn't have to spoil your vacation plans to Belize as they are some amazing resorts that this can be practice at.  Here are the top social distancing and best resorts to vacation in southern Belize:

Hopkins Village

The Lodge at Jaguar Reef Lodge

This Belizean beachfront resort is the perfect escape to a tropical paradise, a haven of relaxation, with a full-service onsite spa and a one-of-a-kind, two-story Big Dock Bar. In addition to their lushly appointed cottages, suites or villas, you’ll find a lounge bar, a kids’ pool, a heated infinity pool with swim-up bar, kayaks, bicycles, Hobie cat, paddleboards, and water sports adventures.

The Lodge at Jaguar Reef

Hopkins Bay, a Muy’Ono Resort

Ideally situated at the edge of Belize, on the Caribbean Sea, in the heart of the cozy Garifuna village of Hopkins. Voted friendliest city in Belize and otherwise known as the real Belize. The resort features two swimming pools, a pool bar, a restaurant and comfortable villas and rooms that will make you have the best time of your life.

Hopkins Bay, a Muy'Ono Resort

Belizean Dreams Resort

This resort has everything you’re looking for in a Belize, all-inclusive beach vacation. From customized adventure tours to delicious food and drinks at their ocean view restaurant and bar, you will surely have the vacation of a lifetime.

Belizean Dreams Resort

Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort

Hamanasi’s grounds are an adventure of their own! Situated on 45 acres of beachfront property, with land set aside as a private nature preserve, Hamanasi features 4 eco zones: Beachfront, Littoral Forest, Pond and Savannah. In addition, they have many lush gardens.

Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort

The Placencia Peninsula

The Placencia Resort, a Muy’Ono Resort

The Placencia Resort is situated on the beautiful Placencia Peninsula and is perfectly located for access to both jungle and ocean adventures. Enjoy the on-site amenities such as swim-up bar, spacious pool, restaurants, an overwater bar, marina, and much more.

The Placencia, a Muy'Ono Resort

Hideaway Villas

Located on the Placencia Peninsula, Hideaway Villas Belize offers 1st class vacation homes in the country. With an amazing pool, beach side, friendly staff, and accessible to unbelizable adventures. This is the perfect private vacation villas you need! 

Hideaway Villas

Umaya Resort and Adventures

Umaya is home to the best of Belize and its cultural and natural offerings. The name Umaya honors and celebrates the enduring influence the Mayan culture, whose home is in Belize. Taking inspiration from the Mayan word for "one" in the Yucatec Mayan language (“hun”), Umaya connects all that is Belize and Mayan culture at home in its resort and experiences. Previously known as Belize Ocean Club, Umaya Resort & Adventures offers an array of heightened new experiences rooted in Mayan influences.

Umaya Resort and Adventures

Chabil Mar Resort

A contemporary Full-Service Luxury boutique beach resort. The Guest Exclusive Resort on the Placencia Peninsula, exceptionally located on the beach, the closest full-service Resort to Placencia Village. An All-Villa resort, infused with local art, Belizean hardwoods and décor, graced by an exquisite landscape of flora and fauna, inspired by the natural beauty of Belize.

Chabil Mar Resort

Selecting the right resort for your vacation is a must as you need to be comfortable and get pampered to the fullest. To accompany the best resort, you must book your Unbelizable adventures with the Premiere Tour Company of Belize, Untame Belize Tours and Transfers. We offer a variety of adventures from jungle activities like zip lining, river tubing, waterfall rappelling, horseback riding, to cultural immersion tours and adrenaline rush adventures like cave tubing, black hole drops and much more. Untame Belize has an adventure for every type of traveler. And no need to worry, whichever resort you decide to vacation in Southern Belize, Untame Belize Tours and Transfers offers their amazing services from both Hopkins Village and The Placencia Peninsula as well as all across southern Belize.

Hopkins Photo via Instagram: The Lodge at Jaguar Reef.

Top Social Distancing Tours to do in Southern Belize

With social distancing looking to be the new normal in our lives due to the recent outbreak of the newly COVID-19 virus we must finds ways to adopt to it. However, there’s no need for social distancing to spoil your vacation plans to Belize as here in the country we have various tours and destinations that have always been that way. As we prepare to reopen Belize’s Philip S.W Goldson International Airport (no confirm date as yet), here are the top social distancing tours to do in southern Belize:

Horseback Riding

Exploring Belize’s rainforest via horseback riding is a top tour to do when vacationing in Belize. Aside from being a social-distance tour, it is a fun way to spot wildlife, explore Belize’s pristine rainforest and even swim in some refreshing river water.

Zip Lining

You can’t ask for a better way to social distance as you are up in the sky, flying at the same height of the birds while viewing Belize’s mountain hills. Zip lining is another way to surround yourself with nature while being that adrenaline rush moment you need during your vacation.

Cave Tubing

If you haven’t added this to your Belize bucket list, then it means it’s not complete as yet. Cave Tubing is one of the most unique and amazing adventures to do in Belize. During this tour you get to drift downriver inside a cave while sighting stalactites, stalagmites, and learn about the history of cave and its people, the Mayas.

Monkey River Tour

This experience begins where the famous Monkey River meets the Ocean. As you tour on a boat you pass the wooden homes owned by the locals at the Monkey River Village. While on the river bank be on the lookout for giant Iguanas, toucans, manatees, crocodiles and other species that make Belize their home. Thereafter, you get off the boat at a specific location and begin your hike through the jungle looking for the Howler Monkeys (And yes! you get to see them).

Swimming in the Inland Blue Hole

During all vacations, we always need a perfect pool to cool-off, relax and enjoy. In Belize we have your perfect 25 feet deep swimming pool which is a blue sinkhole located in the middle of the jungle known as the Inland Blue Hole. Social distancing couldn’t get any better!

Black Hole Drop

Looking for that extreme adventure while practicing social distancing, the Black Hole drop is your perfect match. Actun Loch Tunich is not for the faint of heart! This tour works every muscle so be physically prepared before signing up to explore the “Mother of Caves”. Formed from a sinkhole, you will rappel down through the rainforest canopy. Journey about 300ft until you reach the bottom! A picnic lunch will refuel you for the return trek back home!

Hike the World’s Only Jaguar Preserve

When we hear social distancing, the first thing that comes to our mind is taking a break from public and crowded places. Therefore, hiking Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to the world’s first and only Jaguar Preserve is a must. With more than 128,000 acres of lush jungle, this gem is also home to various wildlife such as parrots, black howler monkeys, toucans and much more. They are various hike traits within it with some leading to refreshing waterfalls, plane wrecks and even to some of the highest mountains in the country.

To have an unforgettable experience in all your tours we recommend to book with the leading and Premiere Tour Company in Belize, Untame Belize Tours and Transfer. We further offer transfers from Belize Philip Goldson International Airport to various vacation destinations throughout Belize.

Belize COVID-19 update

With over 45 days with no new case of COVID-19, Belize Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is expected to reopen with precautionary measures for international visitors at the end of the July, 2020. This date is still tentative as it depends on no further COVID-19 cases in Belize. Belize continues to be the only country in the America’s region mainland to be COVID-19 free. Belize seemed to be going through a positive path as it has not reported no new COVID-19 case since April 13th, 2020.  Overall Belize only registered 2 deaths from COVID-19 and 18 total cases, with April 13th, 2020 being the last reported spike of 4 cases. To keep up with the latest news about COVID-19 in Belize you can visit our website at www.untamebelize.com or follow us on our social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram and TikTok).

Picture via Instagram, by: liz_selebrate