Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
BUTTERFLY AT GREEN HILLS
Highlights
1
River tubing and mountain adventures
at Caves Branch
Experience one-of-a-kind
river adventures at this wonderful jungle lodge.
See p.125
2
Actun Tunichil Muknal
Hike across rivers
and through jungle before descending into an
astonishing cave that was, for the Maya, the
abode of the Lords of Death.
See p.125
3
Green Hills Butterfly Ranch and
Botanical Collections
Relax surrounded by
clouds of colourful butterflies in this fascinating
and informative botanical garden.
See p.129
4
Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve
Escape the humidity of the jungle to the cooler
air of the pine forest and its many clear streams
and waterfalls.
See p.131
5
Caracol
At the greatest Maya city in Belize,
you can ascend Caana, a 1200-year-old palace
and temple complex that's still the tallest
building in the country.
See p.135
6
San Ignacio
Stay in a comfortable, affordable
hotel and choose from dozens of adventure
trips in this charming town, still full of colonial
buildings.
See p.137
7
The Macal River
Observe iguanas in the
trees and watch the scenery slide by as you
take a tranquil float along this gentle jungle
river.
See p.146
HIGHLIGHTS ARE MARKED ON THE MAP ON P.120