New York City’s Broadway. Chicago’s Miracle Mile. Lombard Street in San Francisco, and Abbey Road in London. These are a few of the instantly recognizable streets associated with major cities, and Belize wants the world to know that this small nation has its own remarkable road that gets plenty of attention from international visitors.
Belize’s Hummingbird Highway is notable enough to have garnered several explanations for the origins of its name. One of the most compelling: During the highway's construction in the 1950s, one engineer working on the project compared the road’s “rising, falling, and twisting to the darting flight of hummingbirds.”
Happily, folks whose curiosity call for a scenic drive stretching from mountains to coastline won’t have to worry about rising, falling, or twisting, thanks to careful paving of this major roadway, and there are plenty of things to see and do along this route that make it one of Belize’s most interesting arteries. Add a scenic drive along the Hummingbird Highway to your vacation itinerary and find endless surprises.
What’s so special about Hummingbird Highway?
According to restaurant consultant Chef John Malik, Hummingbird Highway may only be 53 miles long, but every inch of it is lavished with beauty. Travel from Belmopan to Dangriga and experience every landscape under the sun, “From lowland savannah, limestone hills, up through the rainforest, past the citrus fields, then down to the Caribbean coast,” writes Chef Malik. “Everything beautiful in Belize is showcased on the Hummingbird.”
Here’s what you’ll experience if you explore all 53 miles:
- The northern foothills of the majestic Maya Mountain range.
- Agricultural valleys like Karst Hills where orange and grapefruit orchards abound.
- Early morning fog settling over Hummingbird Gap and St. Margaret's Village.
- Waterfalls and sinkholes like St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park.
- Endless farmland, home to everything from cattle ranches to roadside fruit stands.
- Tropical rainforest filled with dense, broadleaf jungle, wildlife, and flowering plants.
- Colorful settlements with unique personalities exemplifying rural community life.
- Waterways that include the Sibun River, Mullins River, and North Stann Creek.
- Want a taste of this amazing roadway? Browse this Travel Belize blog post!
Stay where you play, highway explorer
And now, your journey to Belizean Dreams gives you a taste of the scenery before your vacation even begins. Our all inclusive packages include a shared ground shuttle from Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) to the resort, taking you south through the Belize countryside and along a portion of the famous Hummingbird Highway as you make your way toward Hopkins. Sit back, enjoy the changing landscapes, and consider it your first glimpse of the Belize beyond the beaches. Want to experience more? A day exploring the Hummingbird Highway is an easy addition to your Belize vacation itinerary.
Your Hummingbird Highway outing gives you endless opportunities to experience another side of Belize, and Belizean Dreams Resort makes a convenient home base for exploring it all. After a day on the road, return to Belizean Dreams Resort for beachfront relaxation, onsite amenities, tours, and your choice of two all inclusive packages covering accommodations, meals, and more.
Whether you need help arranging a rental car, finding a money-saving offer, or learning more about our current Family Vacation Giveaway, our team is happy to help you plan your stay. Add a Hummingbird Highway adventure to your fall getaway and discover just how much scenery, culture, and adventure can be packed into one unforgettable stretch of Belize.
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