Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Lodge · Orange Walk

Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Lodge · Orange Walk

Water Bank, Belize

Highlights

Nestled in a lush jungle and accessed by a scenic boat ride, Lamanai Lodge offers cozy cabanas, delicious local cuisine, and thrilling wildlife adventures.

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@afar

"Understated Luxury The 20 or so guest cabanas that make up the living quarters for Lamanai Outpost Lodge are scattered over a small area on the banks of Crab-Catcher lagoon not far from the boundaries of the ruins of Lamanai. It’s a rustic-looking complex at first glance but a deeper inspection reveals understated luxury and well-planned details. The dining lodge served the best hibiscus juice and beef stew I have ever had. While on the property, I met researchers studying the area’s jaguar population, a wrangler who had previously worked in Africa on big game hunts and tourists who were endeavoring to explore all the ruins in Belize in one trip. The lodge attracts a diverse group of people, perhaps for its amenities and location as much as its natural beauty. While it has all the modern conveniences of a property far closer to civilization, it also has the feeling of being absolutely in the middle of nowhere. There’s a peace and serenity that imbues the property. All-inclusive packages include accommodations, meals, two activities per each night’s stay, transfer to/from Belize International Airport, refreshments, taxes, guide and entrance fees, porter service, and Internet access. Rates are available by request to 888-733-7864 or reefsruins@aol.com."

Two Weeks in Belize

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Lucia L

Google

The stay in Lamanai Lodge was very exciting and adventurous. The little Maya-Style-Houses were very comfortable and cute! The food was fantastic as well. On our two night stay we did four standard activities with our guide Lucio (hey Lucio <3). We visited the Lamanai Ruins, did the Nature Walk, Sunset Cocktail Cruise and the Spotlight Safari. Lucio knew everything about any bird, plant or ruin we saw - absolutely amazing!

Jet10752102095

Google

I rarely write reviews, but I wanted to give credit to the resort and their team. They did a wonderful job. We came during “slow” season, which meant the resort wasn’t crowded, but the service was still outstanding. ||The night walk tour was fun, but the highlight was the croc excursion. George and Chris were very friendly and helpful. ||The food was good and they were very accommodating. Lodge was clean. Some people may get hot, but we were fine at night with just the fans and a sheet. ||Most people get picked up by the lodge, but we chose to drive on our own after renting a car through Crystal. As we were going to San Pedro afterwards, we dropped the car off with Crystal and flew out of the Belize City municipal airport ( it’s cheaper than flying out of international.) The drive out to Lamanai was easy, but the road isn’t all that great- not real terrible, but south of Orange Walk is unpacked and can be bumpy. And many Mennonite families put their own speed bumps in front of their houses that you have to watch out for.

Lucy J

Google

Wow. From our arrival to departure , both by river, this was a magical place. Eduardo’s bird knowledge is encyclopaedic so our trip to the lodge took an extra hour or so, as we stopped to see epic birds while he wound the boat down myriad channels. We arrived in the gathering night in torrential rain - kind staff with big umbrellas. Gorgeous cabin, delicious dinner, early bird walk. Then breakfast with humming birds, Mayan ruins (and a good little museum), and assorted birding safaris each day- canoeing in the early morning, a walk across damp savannah, a drive through Mennonite farmland, a walk through the village (and lunch with the women’s cooperative!) and the most incredible night boat trip…Fishing bats, who knew… and at every turn a plethora of birds and creatures. This is a really special place. A proper highlight of an amazing Belizean holiday. Never to be forgotten!

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Google

Visiting here is an such a unique and adventurous experience. It was the first stop on our tour of Belize and made an unbelievable start to our holiday. The boat journey to the lodge is so serene and drinking a Belikan gets you straight into the holiday mood. The family cabanas are well appointed and the air conditioning and fans were welcome as it is hot. The staff were so friendly and the food for all meals was excellent. The kids were initially a bit fussy but the staff really helped to adapt meals to their tastes. As for the adventures - they were all top class. Our guide Chris was excellent and really engaged well with the kids which ranged from 8 to 15. We did the Spotlight safari, Lamanai ruins and village experience which were great but the absolute highlight was the crocodile encounter. It was the best thing we did in Belize and the kids are still buzzing after it. The fauna and wildlife around the lodge are amazing, and even got to see a just hatched baby turtle making their way to the lagoon. It is an off the grid location which isn’t for everyone but the staff, location and service make it an unforgettable experience

David L

Google

Amazing nature experience with a wonderful staff and outstanding accommodations. Our guide, Christian, was especially great. He's super friendly and knows everything about the location, history and local flora and fauna. Especially great for birders as species abound!

Henry N

Google

We just completed a 4 night stay and everything was just amazing. The Lamanai Outpost lodge is exactly what you want to do to understand Belize, the current culture, the history and the environmental beauty of the country. Our guide Chris took us on some amazing adventures and knows so so much about everything (current, past and the environment). He is a birding expert for sure. The food was very very good but portions are designed for marathon runners (LOL), just ask for a bit less. Every single staff member wants to make your stay special and help you with whatever you need. We are extremely happy about choosing Lamanai Outpost Lodge for our stay in Belize and will come again.

Paula L

Google

From the second we were met at the airport we knew we were in for something special. Freddy explained the area to us in the drive and then George took over with the boat trip to the lodge.|Travelling in September means it was hot and humid but a lovely welcome cocktail helped with that. We stayed in number 13 which is furthest away from the restaurant with some steps and a short walk. The room itself was lovely and the view over the lagoon perfect.|We visited the Lamanai ruins which has to be top of all visits and were there before anyone else so had them all to ourselves. The sunrise canoe trip was so calm and quiet and very, very beautiful. We also enjoyed the sunset cocktail cruise.|The food is certainly plentiful and beautifully home cooked. Like many others we ended up asking for half portions.|We both were bitten a few times despite insect repellent but nothing too terrible and certainly not a real issue.|The wildlife and bird life were fantastic and we saw manatee on 3 occasions, howler monkeys and so many different birds. |Don’t really want to leave!

Nikki B

Google

Such a wonderful place to stay. A proper, authentic holiday lodge with cabanas, all kept in top condition, run and staffed by locals. All activities were well organised and executed. Mark our guide was very knowledgeable as well as fun to be with, learning from the best, his father. The village from where many of the staff came was five minutes away and they were happy for visits. The food, all included, was amazing! We hope the lodge is able to flourish and have a very successful future.