Belize: A wildlife adventure for the whole family

Leaving Belize City behind and delving into the tropical interior, we pay a visit to the Community Baboon Sanctuary. This one-of-a-kind sanctuary gives you plenty of opportunities to see Yucatan Black Howler Monkeys – and hear them, too, as they have a very distinctive loud call. So much so, they're the second-loudest land mammal in the world!

In the traditional Belizean town of San Ignacio, we visit the fascinating Green Iguana Conservation Project. Learn all about these remarkable reptiles; the breeding programme is dedicated to conservation, including the reintroduction of iguanas into their natural habitat.

Watching the iguanas up close and from a safe distance makes it both educational and memorable for kids and adults alike. Better still, proceeds from the programme help fund scholarships for local children, so your visit benefits both wildlife and the community!

Bats are Belize's most diverse mammal group, with over 70 species recorded across the country. Take part in hands-on data collection and observation, gaining insight into the vital role these nocturnal creatures play.

During our trip, we'll visit T.R.E.E.S (Toucan Ridge and Ecology and Education Society) and stay at their eco-friendly accommodatoin, T.R.E.E.S Bunkhouse. This biology field station gives kids and teenagers the rare chance to experience real scientific work in action. Our adventure begins with a bat mist-netting session one evening – a fascinating method used to safely capture and study bats. Hands-on, immersive experiences like these make Belize one of the best places to travel with teens, as there's plenty to keep their interest – and show off to their friends about once they're back home! 

When it comes to choosing where to stay in Belize with the family, all accommodations on our wildlife-focused family adventure are thoughtfully selected, include en-suite rooms with air conditioning, and there are on-site restaurants, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring.

Whether you want to hire a kayak, kick back in a hammock or splash around in the swimming pool, the accommodation on this trip includes some of the best places to stay with families with teens, as there's something for everyone. Think thatched-roof cabanas in lush natural surrounds, well-appointed hotels with rooftop bars and lodges catering to all diets and fussy eaters.