The small offshore islands known as the Cayes, are one of the most unique features of Belize. A paradise for divers, snorklers, marine biologists and beach bums alike. The interior, with its rainforest covered mountains, rivers, caves and waterfalls offers adventure of a different kind. Hiking, riding, nocturnal guided naturewalks, spelunking, canoeing are just a few possibilities. For botanist, biologists and birdwatchers the vast natural diversity of this country is a feast for the senses.
Archeologists can also enjoy many a field day exploring ancient Maya ruins and temples.
For adventurers the Maya ruins of Belize hold a special attraction - their remoteness and inaccessibility has kept development at bay. The journey to get to them itself is often an adventure. The cultural mixture of Belize is unlike any in Central America. Once a British colony the English influence is still quite apparent in some areas. English is one of the official languages, though the soft Creole accent makes it uniquely caribbean.