belize – Page 2 – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingFebruary 16, 2010March 9, 2011

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) – The Sacrificial Caves

**This is the 2nd part of a two-part series covering the Actun Tunichil Munkal Cave tour. Don't miss part one [here]*** Actun Tunichil Muknal I hate to see things like that happen, but was immensely relieved - as it meant that after an incredibly rough start, the trip was finally getting on …

BackpackingFebruary 16, 2010April 19, 2011

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) – An Adventure Begins

I'd spent the previous day exploring San Ignacio and comparing tours, tour companies, and their prices. Everyone I spoke with informed me that the Actun Tunichil Muknal or ATM tour was an absolute must. I was still he…

BackpackingFebruary 9, 2010March 9, 2011

Christmas in Placencia

Of all the cities I spent time in during my stay in Belize the city of Placencia was the least captivating. Despite being located on a long peninsula with a beautiful crescent white sand beach. I'll admit, that my ex…

BackpackingFebruary 4, 2010March 9, 2011

Sailing the Belize Barrier Reef – Day 2 and 3

The following morning we struck camp; laughing at the slow, stiff movements and pained, hungover looks that plagued our group. The tents proved every bit as difficult to break down as they had been to put up leading t…

BackpackingFebruary 2, 2010March 9, 2011

Sailing the Belize Barrier Reef

The morning was damp. The occasional sprinkle fell to challenge our merry mood. Despite the weather's best efforts we could sense that the storm had blown itself out and was able to but threaten more rain, clouds and …

BackpackingJanuary 25, 2010March 9, 2011

Caye Caulker – Pictures, Video and Local Cuisine!

Having already mentioned my delightful case of food poisoning in my previous post, I'll refrain from re-telling the story and instead focus on a few snapshots I took around Caye Caulker during my remaining two days on the island. You'll note that the photos are often a bit dark and gray. This i…

BackpackingJanuary 20, 2010March 9, 2011

Caye Caulker – Belize’s Hidden Gem

When I talk about Belize - Caye Caulker (pronounced Key-Caulker) - is the place that quickly comes to mind as my favorite. The somewhat sleepy island village is a backpacker's dream. Beautiful water, exciting day tri…

BackpackingJanuary 13, 2010March 9, 2011

Snorkeling in Belize – Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley

The morning had been delightful. My nap had been enjoyable and now it was time to get to work. Eager to finally have a chance to see the reef and go for a swim I quickly booked the trip, tried on my fins and snorkel a…

BackpackingJanuary 13, 2010March 9, 2011

Exploring the City of San Pedro in Belize

Rested, well fed and eager to explore San Pedro I rolled out of bed and just barely remembered to throw on my swimming trunks before stumbling out into the open 2nd story porch area that led to my room. With sleep sti…

BackpackingDecember 30, 2009March 9, 2011

Shipwrecked on the way to San Pedro

After a relatively early start I set off to catch the 11AM bus from Playa del Carmen, Mexico down to Chetumal, Mexico. The plan was to cross the border into Belize, head to Corozal and then catch a water taxi or cheap…