Leaning Palm Resort Guidebook

Hiking Trails, Waterfalls, Caves and MORE! Imagine the crunch of the jungle trail under your feet as you make your way to refreshing pool under a splashing waterfall. Zip through the jungle landscape above the trees. Approach the entrance to one of Belize's mysterious caves where the Mayan connected with the underworld. Belize is filled with lush jungle landscape perfect for horse back rides, cave tubing, hiking and so much more! Let Leaning Palm Resort arrange transportation, guides and refreshments, or take advantage of trail maps and let us suggest an adventurous road trip through the beauty of Belize's rainforest landscapes.

Meet the wildlife – up close and personal. For everyone who’s ever dreamed of slipping into clear waters and swimming among schools of colorful fish, meeting sea turtles and getting close-up with octopi, this is the tour for you. Just 30 minutes from our beach, the thriving Belize Barrier Reef is shallow enough for even the most timid snorkelers and swimmers, while keeping experienced water-lovers thoroughly entertained. You can even do a little fishing for dinner to and from the reef. Our small, intimate tours travel to a reef location and caye that isn't on any cruise ship itinerary, so you’ll explore the water and its sea creatures without a crowd. Transport is by way of our comfortable, fully-stocked private cruise boat. A friendly local expert will help you learn the ins and outs of the reef wildlife, open-water fishing – and much more! Leaning Palm Resort supplies all the necessities: knowledgeable guide, transportation, snorkeling gear, top-quality spinning gear, bait, fishing licenses, a gourmet lunch for full-day tours, snacks, drinking water and sodas. Beer and wine are available for purchase, as are fishing flies.

Belize is one of the most ethnically diverse countries in the world. There are several distinct cultures in Belize, some say as many as ten! It is one of the things that makes Belize such a special and diverse place! Leaning Palm Resort offers tours that explore two of these distinct cultures. Tours offered at Leaning Palm Resort explore both the Maya and Creole cultures. Creole: The nearby village of Gales Point Manatee is populated by descendants of Africans who worked as slaves to the logwood and mahogany industries. Classified as Creole, the village reflects a mix of British culture and African tradition. At Gales Point Manatee Village, the traditional Creole way of life manifests in many culinary traditions, festivals and music. Maya: The Maya were first inhabitants in what is now Belize with a distinct culture. Belize was an important part of the great Maya Empire, which was possibly the most sophisticated civilization in the ancient Americas. The Maya left behind temples, dwellings, pots, fire rings and other signs of their culture – all waiting to be discovered in the jungles and caves of modern Belize. Explore the ruins and the underworld of Xibalba and discover the Maya.

Where Tall Tales Come True ~ Belize Fishing Adventures! Located on an exquisite beachfront, Leaning Palm Resort is your gateway to some of the world’s most exciting fishing. On our intimate Belize adventure tours, you’ll have the benefit of a local guide who pilots a comfortable private cruise boat to remote and prolific spots for fishing the open ocean, reefs, cayes and lagoons. Against the backdrop of the panoramic Belize coastline, you’ll find water teeming with snapper, tarpon, bonefish, barracuda and permit.

A Unique and Varied Waterscape Immerse yourself in our verdant environment of manatee filled lagoons, rivers flowing through the lush rainforest and the turquoises of the Caribbean Sea - whether by kayak or our comfortable cruise boat docked at Leaning Palm Resort. Experience the breathtaking and lush Belize coastline (bring your camera!), paddle through mangrove-lined lagoons in a peaceful nature paradise surrounded by the sights and sounds of the jungle. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll glimpse colorful birds, howler monkeys, turtles and manatees. Visit Gales Point Manatee Village to meet the locals and settle down for a delicious lunch at a favorite family-owned restaurant, Gentile’s Cool Spot.