what to bring

Bird Watching: A good pair of binoculars and guide book is invaluable to increase your birding enjoyment.

Cameras & Films: Specific kinds of film may be hard to find. Bring extra batteries for your camera along with plenty of film. It's less of an expense and more convenient to bring your own. Upscale gift shops sell pocket-type cameras. Keep film in a cool place.

Clothing:  Climate is subtropical with annual average temperature of 80 degrees F. Dress accordingly. You'll mostly wear casual, lightweight clothing, jeans, shorts and short-sleeved shirts. Take a sun hat to protect your skin. Include a sweater, lightweight waterproof jacket, long-sleeved shirt and long pants. They may be needed on boat trips as well as at night and early morning in higher, cooler elevations, or unexpected cool days during winter.  Be sure to take a change of clothing in your carry-on luggage in case it is temporarily lost or misplaced in transit.

Communication : Please leave our e-mail address and Belize phone number (501-523-8012) with friends and family. The Inn has a guest internet computer available. If you plan to bring your cellular phone from home, you must have it activated at the International airport by Belize Telecommunications Ltd.

Currency: $1US = $2BZ. U.S. currency is accepted everywhere. Credit cards (Visa and MasterCard) and travelers checks are accepted at most places. Leave your American Express card at home. You can also get a cash advance on your credit card at the Atlantic Bank in Placencia. It is a good idea to bring small bills with you because you may have a hard time using $50's and $100's

Departure Tax: $35.00 US departure tax per person required when leaving the Belize Int'l Airport.

Diving, snorkeling & fishing equipment: We do have adult size masks, snorkels and fins–however–many people do bring their own. Its your preference. Many divers will want to bring their own BC, regulator, wet suit, fins and mask, leave your weights at home. They can be rented. Although most fishing trips include bait and tackle, serious fly rod and spin casting anglers will probably want to bring their own gear and equipment.

Documents: Photocopy important documents such as passport, driver's license, credit cards, prescription medication forms, airline ticket and other important information.

Electricity:- 110 volts A.C., same as North America.

Flashlight: -- A small flashlight & extra batteries are a great idea! It is dark here by 6:30 PM and a pocket flashlight is convenient.

Footwear: Sandals are perfect most of the time except when you head into the Rainforest – then running shoes or hiking boots is necessary for foot protection and support.

Immunizations: - No immunizations are required for Belize as long as you are up to date on all normal inoculations. Malaria medication is not necessary for your stay at Maya Breeze Inn. You should consider Malaria medication for extended stays in the jungle.

Medical attention: A part time doctor and pharmacy is available in Placencia. In the event of a serious medication emergency, the British Forces helicopters are available 24 hours a day. In Belize City,a Private Medical Clinic is adjacent to the new Hospital.

Passports: Passports are required. No visas are required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.

Sunscreen, lotions, repellents & pharmaceuticals: Its necessary to protect your skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays. Pack plenty of sunscreen. By now, you probably know that Belize is subtropical and includes jungles and bugs live in jungles, so take along insect repellent. If you are sensitive to bug bites bring along anti-itch cream and anti-histamines, also pack your feminine hygiene products and other pharmaceuticals.

Time zone: The time zone is Central Standard. Daylight savings is not observed.