belize is absolutely amazing!! this is a must go destination if you are looking for adventure and relaxation.  it has it all.  😀

[part 1: 4 adventures – 5 nights in ian anderson’s caves branch]

caves branch is located 12 miles south of belmopan, the capital city, on the hummingbird highway and can be reached in 3 accessible ways: driving (1.5hrs), bus, or private transfers.

(tree house cabin lodge)

adventure #1 [tikal – guatemala]

after a 3 hours car ride, we crossed the border, entered guatemala, and finally arrived at the magnificent mayan ruins- tikal.  it was absolutely breathtaking!

adventure #2 [waterfall]

after a short car ride, we geared up with a helmet, headlamp, and backpack as we walked into a completely dark cave filled with amazing mineral formations and waterfalls.  i was completed soaked from head to toe (so was everyone else).  it was such a thrill jumping into two waterfalls.

adventure #3 [sink hole]

after we hiked for 1.5hrs straight up to the top of the cliff, we repelled down 310 feet into the sink hole.  the hike was super strenuous, but the drop was so much fun!  this was definitely my favorite adventure!!

adventure #4 [ziplining]

we zipped through the jungle and the river.  this was by far the most relaxing adventure we’ve done.