Adventures in the wild blue underwater await off Belize's coast, while myriad wildlife-viewing opportunities lurk inland. This detailed guide leads you to it all, including ancient Mayan ruins, jungle lodges on the forefront of ecotourism and beaches, bars and resorts where you can just kick back and relax.

- details on barrier-reef dive sites world-renowned for their beauty, visibility and variety

- coverage of archaeological sites, including Lamanai, Caracol and Guatemala's Tikal

- where to stay and eat, from charming grass shacks to luxury lodges

- 32 detailed, user-friendly maps