Belize presents unlimited opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast and has much in common with the Caribbean island states.

Descend into the depths of the Blue Hole, the startlingly vivid blue sinkhole which measures 300m across and is over 120m deep. It is considered one of the best dive sites in the world and the surrounds are a popular swimming spot.

Windsurf or kite surf off Caye Caulker. The water is so clear beneath, it may be possible to spot fish, stingrays and even dolphins. The best wind conditions usually occur from February to June.

Hike along the Macal River in Cayo district to the Hidden Valley Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in Central America, and see hundreds of different bird species and mammals along the way.