THE LODGE AT CHAA CREEK

Days are spent walking or riding through jungle trails, canoeing down the Macal River or unfurling by the infinity pool, and the vibrant small town of San Ignacio is just a short drive away. The hilltop spa has spectacular panoramic mountain views where guests can enjoy a massage or facial to the soothing natural soundtrack of tropical birdsong.

Meals are served in the onsite restaurant, with ingredients either grown on the resort's organic farm or sourced from local producers. Days begin with fresh fruit and homemade yoghurt or corn tortillas, while at lunch; there is an international menu that includes pizza and pasta. Evenings kick off with cocktails in the bar before four-course set menus (there are a handful of a la carte options too) created using a blend of both contemporary and traditional Belizean cooking techniques.

SUITABLE FOR:

• Families and couples
• Adventurers
• Nature lovers
• Birdwatchers

THINGS TO DO AT THE HOTEL:

• Take a dip in the stunning infinity swimming pool overlooking the tropical forest
• Visit the magical Blue Morpho Butterfly Farm
• Sample an invigorating rainforest massage at the Hilltop Spa
• Head down to the on-site stables and set out on a leisurely ride through the reserve's extensive trails
• Uncover the intricacies of Mayan agricultural techniques at the on-site organic farm
• Learn the art of local cuisine during an interactive open-hearth cooking class

THINGS TO DO NEARBY:

• Visit the spectacular Mayan ruins of Caracol
• Go cave tubing through magical underground river systems
• Ride through paradisiacal nature reserves and past ancient Mayan ruins
• Canoe along the wildlife-rich banks of the Macal River