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Discover Chaa Creek’s sustainable practices when visiting its 33-acre Organic Maya Farm; it provides freshly harvested produce for The Mariposa Restaurant, The Guava Limb Café in San Ignacio Town, the Belize Rainforest Retreat, and other businesses all over the country.
The Maya Organic Farm takes pride in integrating traditional Maya Farming methods alongside new and emerging farming methods including the production of microgreens.
Some Fruits and Vegetables found in the Maya Farm:
Watermelon
Chaya
Lettuce
Parsley
Papaya
Plantains
Green Bell Peppers
Coconut
Avocado
Kale
Book an Organic Maya Farm Tour and see the different fruits and vegetables that are grown and harvested. When complemented by local dairy and meat products these homegrown and homemade delicaies create a distinct flavor of the Caribbean and Latin American Region.
Tour Details:
Via Horseback Riding – Scheduled at 9:00 am & 1:30 pm
Via Vehicle: Scheduled anytime between 7:30 am & 2:30 pm
Via RTV Safari Rainforest Safari: Schedule at 7:30 & 1:30 pm
Via Naturalist Hike: Schedule at 8:00 am & 1:00 pm
Distance:
10 minutes by vehicle or 30 minutes by horse
Duration:
1 to 1 ½ hours at the farm
Fitness:
Easy by vehicle – Moderate by Horseback & Hiking
Dress:
Long or short pants and sturdy protective footwear – sleeve lengths are optional.
What to Bring along:
Hat, sunscreen, water, insect repellant, and camera.
Rates:
US $25 per person Via Vehicle
US $35 per person Via RTV Rainforest Safari
US $55 per person Via Horseback Riding
US $25 per person Via Naturalist Hike
Belize is home to a potpourri of cultures each with its own unique signature in clothing, music, language and food. We invite you to learn and immerse yourself in delectable gastronomic experiences tailored by Belize’s Creole, Garifuna, East Indian, Mayan and Mestizo Cultures.
In our classes, you’ll immerse yourself in centuries-old cooking techniques. These techniques are taught on an open hearth in a traditional thatched roof setting known as a Belizean “Bush kitchen.”
Led by Belizean culinary professionals, these classes offer an authentic and immersive experience of the country’s diverse food scene.
Here’s a glimpse of what each culture offers:
Mestizo Monday: Experience the fusion of Spanish and Indigenous cultures with dishes like Salbutes and Chirmole.
East Indian Tuesday: Delight in the culinary delicacies and signature curry seasoning brought to Belize by East Indians in the 18th century.
Creole Wednesday: Indulge in the flavors of the descendants of British settlers and African slaves with dishes like Rice and Beans with stew chicken, fried plantain, and a healthy salad.
Garifuna Thursday: Enjoy delicacies cooked with coconut, seafood, cassava, and plantains, brought to Belize by the Afro-indigenous population from the Caribbean Island of St. Vincent.
Maya Friday: Savor dishes like Kakik Soup and Pibil Tacos, which represent the culinary heritage of Belize’s indigenous Maya people.
We’ve used easily accessible ingredients so that you can replicate these recipes at home. Additionally, each guest will receive a complimentary spice packet, printed recipes, and a brochure describing the culture covered during the two-hour experience.
Special requests and dietary restrictions can be accommodated by notifying our Front Desk or Concierge.
Tour Details:
Scheduled Classes
10 am
Duration
2 hours
Fitness
Good
Dress
Short or long pants and casual footwear – sleeve lengths optional
What to bring along
Camera, water, and insect repellant
Note: Minimum of two (2) and maximum of ten (10) persons per class
Rates:
U.S. $49 per person – minimum 2 persons, maximum of 10 persons
