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Set within
a 330-acre private rainforest reserve, high on the banks of the
pristine Macal River, Chaa Creek is one of the most picturesque
destinations in Belize. Chaa Creek has been recognized with the
2002 Cond Nast Traveler Ecotourism Award, one of many such honors
related to the environmental side of travel that this nature retreat
has received over the years.
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The elegant
thatched-roof and stucco cottages and suites are surrounded by exotic
tropical gardens. Guided tours are offered to nearby Tikal, Xunantunich,
Caracol, Maya Ceremonial Caves, the Mountain Pine Ridge, Chumpiate
Maya Cave, and Vaca Falls.
The resort
also offers hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and canoeing.
Chaa Creek’s Butterfly Farm and Natural History Centre are
just a short walk away, and the Ruta Maya Trail system offers easy
access to recently excavated on-site Maya ruins.
Naturalist
guides conduct scheduled bird watching and sunset “Canoe and
Creatures of the Night tours. If you’re looking for a more
intimate rainforest experience without sacrificing comfort, try
Chaa Creek’s Macal River Jungle Camp, located in a forested
area downriver from the main lodge.
For those
who want a pampered rainforest experience, The Spa at Chaa Creek
offers all the amenities of a day spa. A full-service restaurant
and conference center, wellstocked bar, gift shop and friendly staff
complete the picture for an elegant, exciting and educational rainforest
experience.
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Chaa
Creek Lodge