Discover Belize | Travel Guide from Ray Caye Resort

Fun Facts About Belize:

Home to the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world (after Australia’s), Belize is a bucket list destination for divers and snorkelers.Over 60% of Belize is forested, and nearly 40% of its land is protected for conservation.Belize has three of only four true atolls in the entire Western Hemisphere.It’s the only country in Central America where English is the official language—though Kriol, Spanish, and several Mayan dialects are also widely spoken.Belizeans celebrate Lobster Season with massive beach festivals in June and July in Placencia, Caye Caulker, and San Pedro.Belize has over 900 Maya sites, with ruins like Caracol and Xunantunich still standing tall in the jungle.Whether you’re a natu

A Country of Many Worlds

Offshore, explore dazzling marine life in the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve—a UNESCO World Heritage site just minutes from Ray Caye. Inland, trek through the jungle, rappel into caves, or float through underground rivers. And everywhere you go, experience the country’s rich cultural tapestry—Creole, Mestizo, Maya, Garifuna, Mennonite, Chinese, East Indian, and more—all contributing to Belize’s diverse food, music, and way of life.

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