Top Belize Food & Drink

Discover San Pedro through its flavors after sunset on this guided evening food experience. As the island shifts into its lively nighttime rhythm, we visit six (6) hand-selected locally loved eateries known for their bold flavors and cultural roots, some of which are rarely found by visitors on their own. Try eleven (11) tastings, including rum cream tastings, from fluffy fry jacks and richly seasoned Mestizo salbutes to smoky Maya-inspired tacos and fresh seafood ceviche, each tasting highlights a different influence that shapes Belizean cuisine. Between bites, we share stories of the island’s people, traditions, and history while soaking in the energy of San Pedro after dark. Designed as a social and immersive culinary experience, this tour is ideal for travelers who want to taste widely, learn deeply, and experience the island beyond the daylight hours.

A guide shares information about the cultures and history of Belize City during this shore excursion, catered to cruise passengers with limited time. Relax during a leisurely drive past city landmarks and make several photo stops.

Chocolate lovers won't want to miss this choco-centric tour from Placencia. Spend half a day immersed in all things chocolate. Visit a small cacao farm where you'll see how the plant grows and is harvested. Tour a chocolate factory and have a go making your own chocolate the traditional way, with grinding stones. On the way back, stop at a beautiful waterfall to enjoy the views or refresh with a swim.

Learn about ancient Mayan history and experience some of the most exhilarating outdoor adventure activities in Belize, all in just one day. This tour will take you to the Mayan temple of Altun Ha, on a hike into the jungle where you can innertube through caves, and to a ziplining spot, where you can soar high over the canopy. As an added bonus, you’ll stop for an included lunch along the way.

This activity is the only cooking class in San Pedro. So far, this is the only Belizean Cooking experience in Belize. This is a Belizean educational and cultural experience. Family-run kitchen and restaurant. You'll feel right at home. Enjoy the dishes you prepare. We use fresh and local daily product and learn traditional cooking tips and tricks

Go where cars can't and explore the heart of the jungle on a full-day tubing and caving trip from San Ignacio. Ideal for adventurers, this experience sees you hike into a cave entrance surrounded by lush foliage. Follow a gentle stream through a series of cavern passages, learn about the area’s Maya history, then enjoy a swim in the clear water.

During this 2.5 Hour tour, we take you to explore the main town square of San Pedro. We visit multiple Local food vendors and tasting up to 8 local food, sweets and beverage items that will open your Belizean Taste Buds.

Enjoy a ride in solar-powered TukTuks and explore the vibrant scenes of Belize City, either at day or night, on a cocktail tour that combines bar hopping with sightseeing. Visit three or more partner bars, where you'll enjoy a complimentary cocktail at the start of your tour. As you sip on creative concoctions, experience the sights and sounds of the city, all while music of your choice plays on your tuktuk. This tour is perfect for those looking to unwind and soak in the local culture in a fun, social setting. - Tour features visits to 3 or more partner bars in Belize City - Includes 1 complimentary cocktail at the start of your tour - Enjoy the lively ambiance with music on the tuktuk (karaoke is also an option) - Ideal for cocktail enthusiasts

End your day the right way. Enjoy the Island vibe of a 2 hour sunset tour circling the Island. Enjoy cocktails, fruit and snacks while relaxing to the carribeans sounds of Reggae.

Engaging in a fun filled Mayan corn tortilla making and having the privilege of eating it is epic. Watching a traditional Mayan ball game is mesmerizing and intriguing. Additionally, getting the privilege to practise this ancient game would relate to a lot of history and connects to the mysticism of Belize's Mayan pyramids. A wellness cleansing by a mayan shaman is one of experience while in Belize.

Explore the vibrant culture of Belize City on a unique TukTuk tour that combines coffee tasting, history, and literature. Visit a charming 170-year-old colonial building that now serves as a café and bookstore. Enjoy a guided tour led by a descendant and co-owner who shares fascinating stories about the building's past and its first owners. Savor three complimentary coffee tastings at the café, making this tour a perfect blend of flavors and stories in the heart of Belize City. - Discover Belize City's rich history on a TukTuk ride - Visit a 170-year-old colonial building, now a café and bookstore - Enjoy a guided tour with captivating stories from a descendant of the first owners - Savor three complimentary coffee tastings at the café during the tour

Authentic Garifuna Gastronomic Experience in Hopkins Village, Belize offers the most interactive hands-on opportunity to cook with a Garifuna Ambassador in an enchanting Garifuna village replica located on Kalipuna Heritage Island. Learn about the indigenous flavors and cooking techniques that makes Garifuna meal tasty. The cooking experience is punctuated by informative conversations about the culture, history & people and spiced with laughter. Guests explore the herbal garden on the island and harvest organic ingredients to be used in meal preparation. The art of Coconut processing is always a highlight and includes husking, cracking, grating & making coconut milk. Learning how to cook over a traditional stove and prepare the most delicious traditional afro-indigenous lunch is sure to be fun. Guests with special dietary needs are equally catered for however advance notification is appreciated.

This activity is unique to each fishing enthusiast because it allows you to reel in some of the most desired and hard-fought fish there are in Belize. The targeted species of fish for this activity are the Permit, Tarpon, and Bonefish which is considered the Grand Slam. It improves your bragging rights among family and friends while bringing out that competitive nature in anyone. With our licensed, trained, experienced, friendly tour guides, they can turn anyone from an amateur to a pro within minutes of boarding the boat. Grand Slam is a one-of-a-kind fishing experience that many people have come to enjoy, so you should get into this experience and book with us now.

Discover the highlights of the area on the semi-private Exclusive "All-in-1" tour, with max. 8 guests onboard. We depart later to let you sleep in, avoid the crowds, and see the sunset. We start with snorkeling at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. Hol Chan has the largest variety of species to be seen in the area and is often compared to an aquarium, while at Shark Ray Alley you get to experience a close encounter with nurse-sharks and stingrays. Watch from the boat or swim with them! We serve our famous *Premium* Belizean buffet on-board. Traditional dishes like stewed chicken, rice and beans, our Captain’s secret recipe BBQ fish and the premium additions corn on the cob and skewers. After lunch, we stop at the neighbor island Caye Caulker for approx. 1 hour of free time to explore the island, followed by a relaxed sunset cruise back to San Pedro, with ceviche served. Open bar with local rum, vodka, gin, soft drinks and juices is included. Try the specials, rum punch and "panty rippers"!

Dive into the most interactive, fun and educational Garifuna Cultural & Culinary Experience in Belize. Visit Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island a unique destination designated for the preservation of Garifuna Culture and share and learn from passionate and knowledgeable afro-indigenous advocates by participating in hands on cooking classes learning authentic & traditional Garifuna recipes and cooking methods. Chit chat about Garifuna History with knowledgable elders. Explore the lush herbal garden and learning about herbs used for both recreation and medicinal purposes. Savor the fruits of your labor as you enjoy a mouthwatering Garifuna meal. Every bite tells a story, connecting you to the flavors of this vibrant culture. Cultural dishes can be customize so that guests with special dietary restrictions can also enjoy. Conclude your day with a mesmerizing Garifuna drumming session led by our master drumming instructor.

**Why This Garifuna Drumming Class Is Truly Unique in San Pedro** Only at The Mayan can you learn authentic Garifuna drumming hands-on with a nationally celebrated master drummer. Real Garifuna culture lives on the mainland and southern cayes, so genuine Primero, Segunda drums and hand-crafted Dangriga maracas almost never reach Ambergris Caye — making this the rarest cultural experience on the island. Set beneath the largest Sacred Ceiba tree on Ambergris Caye (sacred to both Maya and Garifuna), in our overwater palapa at sunset, you play the actual ancestral instruments while the Caribbean breeze carries every beat. No other place in San Pedro brings together: - A true Garifuna champion drummer from the community - Real hand-made drums & maracas - This breathtaking seaside Ceiba setting Most visitors leave San Pedro without ever touching Belize’s true heartbeat. Here, you don’t just hear Garifuna music — you become it, in a sacred space that exists nowhere else on the caye.

Explore the pristine Northern coast of Ambergris Caye, with amazing blue waters and beautiful views along the way. While we start our morning sail, we serve you fresh fruit and homemade Belizean meat-pies. In the end of 2015 Mexico Rocks became a part of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, to protect its rich marine life and precious corals. We do our first stop for snorkeling there and then continue to our favorite spot - a shallow area close by the reef, that is just like a natural pool (great for non-swimmers as well)! Here we make a break to relax in the shallow warm water, while the crew prepares our famous Belizean buffet on-board. Traditional dishes like stewed chicken and rice and beans with our Captain’s secret recipe BBQ fish! After lunch we return South doing a second snorkel stop at Tres Cocos. Open bar with local rum, vodka, gin, soft drinks and juices is included. Try the specials, rum punch and "panty rippers"!

A foodie’s jackpot, this tour offers a look (and taste) into Belize culinary culture. Sample Belizean patties, visit a rum factory, a fresh fruit market, and a bakery to sample the goods, and then it’s time for the main event—a sit-down meal at a local restaurant. Here, dine on coconut rice, fried plantains, whole fish, rice and beans, tamales, cow foot soup, oxtail, chimole, and more.

Discover what makes Lamanai one of Belize’s most impressive Mayan ruins on this full-day tour that takes you through an excavated ancient city that rises mysteriously out of the jungle. Look for native wildlife including birds and crocodiles on a river cruise to the archaeological site, where the ruins of the Jaguar and Mask Temples and ancient Mayan palaces beg exploration. See fascinating artifacts like clay pots and temple carvings at the on-site museum, and round out the day with a typical Belizean lunch at a restaurant.

Find your own tropical paradise on Goff’s Caye, a tiny island surrounded by the warm blue Caribbean and Belize’s barrier reef. Located just a quick 30-minute boat ride from Belize City, it’s an easy way to escape civilization and spend the day basking on white sandy beaches and snorkeling among colorful fish and coral gardens. Enjoy the comforts of larger islands without the crowds on this blissful Belizean day trip.

Experience the best of Belize’s coastline on this fishing and snorkeling tour from San Pedro. Choose a full- or half-day tour to suit your schedule, with the full-day option including a beach cookout with fresh fish caught during your trip. Benefit from the personalized attention and tips of your private guide to find the best spots to fish and dive, and enjoy an intimate glimpse of Belize’s UNESCO-listed barrier reef.

Experience a collection of places only accessible by boat without the hassle of chartering one yourself with this full-day from San Pedro. Cruise first to Hol Chan Marine Reserve for some snorkeling to see marine life and coral. Continue to Shark Ray Alley to see and swim with nurse sharks and sting-rays. Explore Caye Caulker and relax before heading back.

Discover one of Belize’s most complete all-inclusive catamaran experiences. Sail from San Pedro (Ambergris Caye) across crystal-clear Caribbean waters to the world-famous Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. Snorkel alongside tropical fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and nurse sharks in one of Belize’s most vibrant reef systems. After snorkeling, relax onboard with unlimited drinks and a freshly prepared lunch, then continue to Caye Caulker — Belize’s most iconic island known for its laid-back Caribbean atmosphere. This is not just a snorkeling trip — it’s a full-day Caribbean experience combining sailing, snorkeling, food, drinks, and island exploration. HIGHLIGHTS Snorkel Hol Chan Marine Reserve & Shark Ray Alley Swim with sharks, rays, and turtles All-inclusive catamaran experience Fresh lunch prepared onboard Unlimited rum punch, beers & soft drinks Visit Caye Caulker island Comfortable group size (max 30 guests) Departure from San Pedro