Belize is a small country in northern Central America, just a bit larger than Wales. To the north is Mexico and to the west is Guatemala. The western Caribbean fronts the rest of Belize. It is often referred to as ‘Mother Nature’s Best Kept Secret’ and we don’t ever wonder why.
Belize boasts one of the world’s most remarkable features, making this destination perfect for a Belize sailing vacation; it’s the Mesoamerican Reef that stretches approximately 350 nautical miles from the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula down along most of the Belizean coast. In Belize the reef shelters more than 400 islands and cays. Most are fringed with additional reefs making this destination world renowned for diving and snorkeling. The wildlife and marine life is truly spectacular and definitely in abundance - don’t forget a fishing rod for the all important on board BBQ!
Unspoiled and less crowded that other parts of the Caribbean, Belize offers some of the most superb sailing conditions available with the trade winds blowing steadily across the reef. Picture perfect white sand beaches front the secluded anchorages of mainly uninhabited islands and cays. A trip would not be complete without a visit to the spectacular Mayan ruins and a kayak trip up the Monkey River. Enjoy Belize the Sunsail way!
With warm balmy trade winds and short passages of line-of-sight sailing in calm crystal clear waters, Belize lures all levels of sailor. With the world’s second largest barrier reef on your doorstep, there’s plenty of opportunity to explore the areas amazing marine life or drop anchor and head inland to enjoy a slower-paced way of life with palm-fringed bars, lively street jump-ups and lobster festivals.