5 Must See Animals in Belize & Where to Find Them

Animal lovers, rejoice and get down to Belize! Home to 145 species of mammals, 139 species of reptiles and amphibians, and 500 species of birds – there is no shortage of wildlife to spot! Whether you’re lucky enough to see one of these animals in their natural habitat or you just see them at an animal sanctuary like the Belize Zoo, they are magnificent creatures and part of what makes the Belize ecosystem so unique.

Pampered in Belize

Imagine yourself relaxing on a massage table, a masseuse kneading your shoulder muscles, working the knots out as you let go of stress and breath in deeply.

Beautiful Ambergris Caye

It’s no surprise that Ambergris Caye (La Isla Bonita), has become one of the most popular vacation destinations of Central America. More than 200 cayes pronounced “keys”, which are islands, that make up a large portion of Belize, Ambergris Caye being the largest. And Ambergris Caye has a very interesting history.

Dear Friend,

Will you be coming to Belize this year for your next vacation, or to spend some time away from home for some much needed R&R? If you are looking for something different to do on your upcoming trip and you are a big animal lover, you may be wondering where to explore some different animal species and admire them in their natural habitat. You’ll be interested to know that Belize is home to 145 species of mammals, 139 species of reptiles and amphibians, and 500 species of birds, so there’s quite an abundance of wildlife to take in. Perhaps you’ll be fortunate enough to spot one of these creatures in their natural habitat, or see them at an animal sanctuary, like the Belize Zoo. Regardless how you come to see these magnificent creatures, they are part of what makes the Belize ecosystem so unique.

While you are taking it easy in Belize, how about experiencing some much needed massage therapy? As you know, massage therapy is both a beneficial and luxurious way to reduce levels of cortisol, the major stress hormone in our bodies. So you’ll be excited to know that massages in Belize typically costs less than half of the price in the US, and there is no compromising on quality either. Belizean massage therapists are both legitimate and licensed professionals, so let our front desk at Grand Baymen know if you’d like to book one during your stay.

Ambergris Caye is called La Isla Bonita for a reason. It is absolutely beautiful, with so much to explore, and the people and culture are as intriguing as they are fascinating. Ambergris Caye has an incredible history and quite a few interesting facts dating back to the pre-Columbian time.

Until next time,