Top Hopkins Outdoor Activities

Discover one of Belize's best-kept secrets on a day trip to the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve and waterfall near Hopkins. Hike through the jungle to a hidden cascade, and then ride natural river waterslides and inner tubes down the South Stann Creek River. After enjoying this natural playground, enjoy a picnic lunch and spot a variety of Belizean wildlife in the surrounding nature reserve that's home to the country's largest number of jaguars.

Get your thrills with this zipline and rappelling adventure inside the Mayflower Bocawina National Park. Choose your ideal departure time—tours are available throughout the day—throw on your safety gear and glide through the canopy of a Caribbean rainforest. Race along the exciting 2.5 mile (4 kilometer) course, which includes 12 platforms and 8 runs, including one that spans 2,300 feet (701 meters), with a private guide and all safety gear included.

Experience an outdoor adventure in Belize with this combination tour that includes ziplining and waterfall rappelling. First, fly through the jungle across 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) of zipline cable. Following lunch, hike up the Bocawina Falls, then rappel 100 feet (30.5 kilometers) down the face of the waterfall and swim in its crystal blue pools.

Going on this adventure with us means you will experience an amazing tractor ride through the Belize rainforest. Along the way, you will experience 8 river crossings and be surrounded by an amazing landscape. After the tractor ride, an arduous hike through the rainforest awaits you before you get to see Davis Falls.Second only to Thousand-Foot Falls, Davis falls is one of the largest waterfalls in Belize with a height of around 500 ft (120 meters). You get to choose between swimming in the cool and refreshing waters of the waterfall or relaxing on the rocks enjoying the magnificent view of the waterfall, or you can do both as you engrave the wonderful scenery into your minds and hearts.

Explore Belize’s UNESCO-listed barrier reef even if you don't have your scuba certification with this snorkeling tour from Hopkins. Travel by boat to a marine reserve, where you can swim among some of the more than 500 species of fish that populate Belize’s colorful coral reefs. The half-day tour leaves plenty of time to relax on the beach when you get back to Hopkins.

Combine fishing and snorkeling into one convenient full-day excursion for a broad introduction to the Belize coastline. Ideal for both beginner and advanced snorkelers, your guide during this small-group tour will help you navigate the Southern Barrier Reefs and show you the best snorkel spots. Plus, enjoy the opportunity to try two activities you might find difficult to attempt alone.

Experience the Antelope Falls inside the Mayflower Bocawina National Park with this half-day rappelling trip. First, tackle a challenging climb to the top of falls, then descend 250 feet (76 meters) down safely. You’ll be outfitted with a harness and clipped into a rope system operated by one of the guides. The tour ends with a refreshing dip in the pools.

The ATM Cave is one of the most historical sights in the world. It is an incredibly beautiful underground world filled with glittering stalactites and stalagmites.

The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary established in 1990 is world renowned for being the first jaguar reserve.Besides being the home to Belize's largest cat, the sanctuary protects the headwaters of two major river systems and supports an abundance of hardwood vegetation and a diverse faunal assemblage.Over 128,000 acres of lush jungle are ringed by the spectacular Cockscomb Mountains.Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is home to all five (5) of Belize's cats: Jaguar, Puma, Margay, Jaguarundi, and Ocelot. It is estimated that over 80 resident Jaguars are in the area. Belize's national animal, the endangered Baird's Tapir also inhabits the Basin and over 290 different species of birds have been recorded.This tour is ideal for nature lovers and intrepid travelers. Get a chance to be up close and personal with the majestic jaguar.

Get your fill of adventure on a waterfall tour in Belize’s coastal rain forest. Start with a hike through the jungle to reach the top of Bocawina Falls, keeping a lookout for wild animals like monkeys, colorful birds, and even large cats. Then gear up with a rope and harness as a guide helps you safely rappel down the tropical waterfall on a thrilling descent. Cool off with a refreshing swim in the natural pool below before returning to Dangriga.

Keep your adrenaline pumping on a combo waterfall and zipline adventure in Belize, where the rain forest meets the Caribbean Sea. Hike through a coastal jungle rich with wildlife to reach Antelope Falls, getting wet first in the natural pools at the top before rappelling down a thrilling 250-foot (75-meter) drop. Refuel with lunch at a jungle lodge before tackling Belize’s longest zipline course in the afternoon.

Head out into the Anderson Lagoon to see enchanting bioluminescent plankton light up the water with this Sittee River trip. Your guide will take you into the mangroves by boat, where you'll get to see this enchanting natural phenomenon up close and personal. You can even put your hand in the water and swish it around to see how agitated plankton immediately illuminate.

Catch your own seafood meal on this fun guided excursion in Southern Belize. Head out with an experienced skipper and try your hand at catching snapper, grouper, barracuda, lionfish, and if you’re lucky, lobster and conch. Then, head to a private island and grill your catch on the beach before enjoy a relaxing afternoon of eating, swimming, snorkeling, and kicking back by the water.

Hike through the pristine and diverse Maya Mountains of Belize, have the chance to view a plethora of terrestrial animals such as jaguars, margays, ferdelances,howler monkeys and other interesting creatures along with medicinal plants and lush greenery. You will have the option of having a short and easy hike to Ben's Bluff waterfall to take a refreshing waterfall shower and can also continue on to a more vigorous hike to the top of Ben's Bluff. Once there you will have a majestic view of the Maya Mountains and the Belizean coast as you see for miles the Beauty that is Belize.Coming back we also have a series of exciting natural slides that you can take up until the half way part of your hike.

Explore the enchanting ecosphere of Freshwater Creek Lagoon - the Garifuna Way beginning at 7:30AM!!!  Palmento Grove Cultural & Fishing Lodge sits along the Fresh Water Creek Lagoon offering a remarkable experience that includes kayaking, fishing & cultural food exploration. Discover all of its marvels- the lagoon's history and its beauty! Grab a paddle and glide along the cool and calm waterways with your family while being guided by an indigenous fisher-folk. Explore the splendor of this ecologically important watershed and its breathtaking views of the Maya Mountains & the Caribbean Sea.  Relax on the beach or at the lodge where the catch of the day is grilled and served with the best of cultural starch & dessert, fresh vegetable salad, and fresh fruit juice or cultural Drink.

Cruise on the Monkey River and spot Howler monkeys, toucans, manatees, giant iguanas, crocodiles, and other species that call this river their home. Also witness the local residents participating in traditional fishing and other daily tasks. Top this off with an authentic meal.

Gallop through the upper jungle trail with added challenge.  Steep mountain climbs and splashing through  the various creeks that cross your path.  The riding  adventure takes you through ever changing scenery from  broken pine-ridge covered with magnificent ferns to the rainforest  and its magnificent cohune trees and breathtaking scenery of the Belizean countryside from a bird's eye view.   Climb our lookout Tower and take in the amazing view as far as the ocean.   Detour to Sittee River where you can enjoy a cool swim, river tubing or just walk along the river  bank and skip stones.   

Join us on an mesmerizing adventure through Belize's Crystal Cave. View the sparkling stalactites and stalagmites in this mysterious cavern.  Zipline 3  zipline and  traverse cross the jungle, And 1 across from hill top to hill top. Short Nature Hike Rappel into a dry cave filled Mayan  History and artifacts. Walk over a suspended bridge. Cliff Rappel River Side Nature Hike Cave tubing Cave Exploration River float inside the cave. Open River float.  

Get off the beaten track and explore the backroads of Belize’s jungles on an ATV adventure. Get behind the wheel of your personal all-terrain vehicle and venture where most tourists never go, ending at a jungle waterfall lagoon for a refreshing swim and lunch at a rain forest restaurant. It's a fun and rugged off-road ride for travelers looking for something different.

Take a boat ride out and get dropped off at Thatch Caye. Spend most of the day enjoying Thatch Caye’s beautiful island facilities. Go paddle boarding, enjoy the many water toys, or just relax on the beach and overwater Starfish Bar and drink the day away.

Share in the excited of exploring the jungle in the night time. This tour includes 1 hour long guided night hike that allows you to get up close and personal with the nocturnal creatures and flora and fauna of the rainforest like Owls, Kinkajou, Paca, Armadillos, Howler Monkeys, Bats, Foxes, Jaguars and more. Then glide like a bird through the pristine jungle canopy on the longest zipline in Belize. Experience the longest single and fastest run and lead your spirit soar.

Follow our indigenous musicians and dancers as they lead you through a traditional music master piece that is surely going to have you off your feet and grooving to the beat. Sing our melodious songs surely to warm your heart and lift up your spirit and move your feet and hips to the upbeat rhythm of the Garifuna Drums as your worries disappear into a world of happiness and joy. You will surely enjoy every minute listening to various traditional beats such as the Gunjai,Paranda, Punta ,Chumba. If Prince Harry enjoyed it;I'm sure you will too.

You can't ride? So what! You don't have to be an accomplished rider to enjoy your unique riding experience. Our horses have been well schooled and selected to make even the most timid of riders look and feel like a professional.This trail ride is specifically designed for beginner to intermediate riders—lower jungle trail with just the right amount of challenge! The riding adventure takes you through ever changing scenery—from broken pine ridge covered in magnificent ferns to the rain forest and its magnificent cohune trees. Your trail will detour to the Sittee River where you can enjoy a cool swim or just walk along the river bank and skip stones. Then it’s time to remount and head back to our stables to give your mount a well deserved rest.

Seeing is belizing - Freshwater Creek lagoon Bioluminescence - Explore Hopkins with the local indigenous people. Learn about the importance of their aquatic surroundings to the survival of the Garifuna People. Be dazzled by stars as you sit back and enjoy a front row seat to the shimmer of the night on on the Freshwater Creek Lagoon. Tour departs from Palmento Grove Docking station at 6:30PM and return at about 8:30PM. We cruise in our kayaks through the Lagoon looking to spot Crocodiles while heading to our magical location where you will be the witness to a magnificent mystical view of water glowing in the night with every droplet sparkling like stars. You can also look forward to seeing rays and lively fish darting around in otherworldly green glow.. Sure to mesmerize you and the entire family.