We know how important it is that you make the most of your time visiting Belize . Xanadu Island Resort doesn’t just provide a great place to stay but we offer a variety of complementary services on property to help you enjoy every moment.
In addition Belize has a diverse and large variety a exciting and adventurous attractions to enjoy.
We have a full service tour desk and will be happy to arrange any tours you would like to do. The dive and tour operators pick up and drop off at our private pier. We take care of everything and you simply pay for everything upon check out!
Our complimentary amenities are as follows:
| Free Wireless Internet | Bicycles | Kayaks | Bird Sanctuary |
| Beach Towels | Beach Chairs | Hammocks | Beach Barbeque |
Water Adventures
Belize offers some of the best water activities in the world. The Belize Barrier Reef provides spectacular diving and snorkeling experiences along with sheltered waters for pristine sailing and fishing.
Scuba Diving
Belize offers two common varieties fo dives. The first being local diving along the Barrier Reef with over 50 dive sites within 30 minutes of our dock. The second being to outer atolls and cayes – most commonl Turneffe atoll and Lighthouse Reef which is home to the world famous Great Blue Hole.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling in Belize is a real treat and something not to be missed. Hol Chan and Shark Ray alley is the favorite amoung guests to the island and gives you the opportunity to take in the wonderous marine life and also swim the gentle nurse sharks and sting rays. It sounds scary, but safe and exciting. Another popular site for snorkeling is Mexico Rocks
Sailing
The protected waters around Belize and steady tradewinds provide some of the premier sailing in the Caribbean. Whether a day sail to sister island Caye Caulker or a romantic sunset sail it is sure to be a pleasurable and memorable experience. Overnight and extended stay charters are also available.
Fishing
The diversity around Ambergris Caye and the Belize Barrier Reef also provide some of the most lucrative fishing opportunities for both the casual and serious angler. Fly fishing, flat fishing, reef fishing and deep sea fishing are all available in half and full day trips. If you’re looking for your next big fishing story, dinner or the Grand Slam of fishing you’ll find it here!
Mainland Adventures
The mainland of Belize is full opportunities for those interested in jungle adventures. With the lush tropical rainforest, inspiring waterfalls and caves to explore there is certainly an adventure for everyone.
Cave Tubing
Mainland Belize is riddled with rivers and caves that have become popular amoung visitors because of their unique appeal. A guided trek through the rainforest along the river while learning about the various native flora to Belize prepares you for the relaxing and inspiring float through multiple ancient caves. A great day trip from the island and can be combined with other mainland or mayan ruin tours.
Jungle Canopy Zipline
ZINGING through the lush canopy of Belize’s rainforest is a real popular adventure tour of visitors to Belize. Get harnessed in (safety first!) and zip across from platform to platform while taking in the jungle from a much better vantage point. It is sure to leave you breathless! A great day trip from the island and can be combined with other mainland or mayan ruin tours.
The Belize Zoo
A hidden treasure that should not be missed. This quaint little zoo is home to a wide variety of species that are native to Belize. Not only are the animals really cool and unique but, many of them have been rescued and are part of an extensive conservation effort. Howler monkey’s, the tapir and keel billed toucan (which are the national animal and bird of Belize) and of course the elusive jaguar are inspiring residents of this incredible little zoo. The zoo can be combined with other mainland or mayan ruin tours.
Other Mainland Options
Depending on your time constraints you could take in some of the other, less travelled mainland activities. Ranging from romantic waterfalls, horseback riding, and helicopter tours.
Mayan Ruin Exploration
Belize is at the heart of the Mayan empire with multipe ruins to discover and explore. These ancient temples and cities bring back to life the inspiring civilization of the Mayans. Explore one or explore them all!
Altun Ha
Altun Ha is the discover site of the famous Jade head. One of the more excavated sites in Belize, a guided tour will reveal the secrets and mysteries of the Mayan residents of this community. Altuna Ha is usually combined with a stop at the world famous Maruba Jungle Resort and Spa.
Caracol
The largest mayan site in all of Belize makes its remote location worth the adventure of getting there. Explore another of Belize’s extensively excavated ruin sites to uncover more about the mayan culture and society.
Lamanai
Located in the northern district of Orange Walk, Lamanai is an impressive site to visit. Not only is the ruin and history exciting, but the journey to the site is also memorable. Speed several miles through narrow rivers while stopping only to be shown crocodiles, howler monkeys and inguanas is an exhilarting experience that shouldn’t be missed. Lamanai can also be enjoyed from the air.
Xunantunich
Another of the great mayan sites in Belize which, from the top of the highest ruin in the country, you can see for miles around and across to the Guatemalan border. A real marvel with some of the best preserved hieroglyphs in Belize. This tour can be combined with other mainland tours.
