Recently, my boyfriend Joe and I were able to spend five days in the tropical Central American country of Belize. This was my first time traveling outside of the United States, and I was full of excitement as the plane landed at Phillip S.W. International Airport and we walked down the steps and off the runway.

I had no idea what Belize would have in store for me when I arrived. A novice to international travel, I expected to lounge beachside and drink piña coladas under the sunset. I had no clue that I would experience an immersion into Belizean culture that would reshape the way I viewed travel, adventure, and the true mean of living.

My adventures in Belize would take me to the ancient Mayan underworld filled with bats and human remains and to the winding manatee-filled rivers of Hopkins. Hours spent trekking through lush jungle foliage and frolicking in citrus fields are at the top of my list when it comes to finding things to do in Belize. However, there were so many things to do throughout the country that it was impossible to experience everything in only five days.

I split my time between the Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge in Belize’s capital of Belmopan and the Jaguar Reef beach resort in Hopkins. If you visit Belize, I highly recommend seeing both sides of the country to get the full experience. Even if you don’t get to sleep in the jungle, there are plenty of activities to do that’ll give you the Belizean experience your heart desires. Here’s a list of my 10 favorite excursions to do in Belize to get the most out of your vacation and tap into your inner explorer.

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