A Caribbean paradise, Belize is also a land of extraordinary contrasts. Turquoise ocean waters washing against white sand beaches. Emerald rainforests giving way to majestic mountains. Tranquil rivers punctuated by thundering waterfalls. A labyrinth of caves opening to sun-drenched skies. Sanctuary Belize puts the very best of Belize's abundant natural wonders mere footsteps from your door. Every day at Sanctuary Belize is another opportunity to discover a new destination, a new passion, a new reason to make this your home.
A haven for divers, snorkelers and sports-fishing enthusiasts, Belize's Caribbean coastline is prized for its crystal-clear waters and stunning tropical sea life. Sanctuary Belize residents enjoy easy access to their own private seven-mile stretch of this celebrated coast, including a half-mile of pristine white sand beach. Just offshore lies the Belize Barrier Reef, the longest in the Westeren hemisphere dotted with countless islands for exploring, and the Glovers Reef Marine Reserver - both excellent spots for world-class diving, snorkeling and reef fishing. Catch a glimpse of the rays, dolphins, sea turtles, eels, barracuda and even migrating whale sharks that inhabit this coral paradise. Or reel in the biggest catch of your life, including tarpon, bonefish, Spanish mackerel and cubera snapper.
Just a little further inland, residents also enjoy access to some of Belize's most beautiful lagoons and rivers. To the north, Sanctuary Belize borders the Sittee River, one of the nation's deepest and most scenic. The property also borders the Anderson and Sapodilla Lagoons, and their bounty of wildlife. Kayak or canoe the lagoons and meandering rivers, then cool off under one of the area's many gorgeous waterfalls. Your Sanctuary Belize home puts a world of water recreation within easy reach. And within your budget.
Belize is a land of many habitats and ecosystems - each one unique in its mystery and beauty. Here at Sanctuary Belize, you'll have the opportunity to explore them all. Hike through the lush rainforests of the Jaguar Preserve and Sittee River Wildlife Reserve that make up your backyard. Just over the rainforest canopy, you'll see the majestic Maya mountains and Victoria Peak, beautiful to observe as well as to trek.
Belize's beauty goes deep underground, as well. Sanctuary Belize puts you within reach of the nation's labyrinthian collection of ancient limestone caves that still contain Mayan ceremonial relics as well as incredible stalactite and stalagmite formations. Prefer to see the terrain on horseback rather than on foot? Sanctuary Belize offers its residents access to the Equestrian Center as well as a myriad of horse trails through spectacular scenery.
A nation of abundant natural wonders, Belize has its share of manmade wonders as well. Perhaps the most impressive - and mysterious - of these are the 1500 year-old Mayan structures, the last remnants of the great Mayan cities. A day trip away are the world renowned Mayan sites of Xunantunich, Caracol, Cahal Pech, and to the south, the Lubaantun and Nim Li Punit. Close by in Stann Creek District is the Mayflower Bocawina National park, home to a scattering of Mayan sites that are still under excavation. You'll soon discover, there's no better place to catch a Belizean sunset than from the top of an ancient Mayan temple towering over a rainforest canopy.
