When travelling to mainland destinations, be sure to get sufficient information on road conditions and accessibility. Though the main highways of Belize are all paved, some off-road sites are best reached by four-wheel drive vehicles. The Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve, for example, is not an easy trip. The dirt roads are often rough.

What to take to the Protected Areas

Terrestrial Parks
• Insect repellant
• Sunscreen/sun hat
• Long sleeved lightweight shirt (to protect against sun and insects)
• Long trousers for the jungle (with long socks to tuck them into)
• Day pack/small backpack
• Water proof/hiking boots
• Camera (zoom lens for birding)
• Binoculars
• Bird books
• Water/snacks/food
• Swimsuit and towel
• Flashlight for caving or night walks

Half Moon Caye and Blue Hole Natural Monuments

• Insect repellant
• Sunscreen/sun hat
• Camera (zoom lens for birding)
• Binoculars
• Water/snacks/food
• Swimsuit/towel
• Fish/coral book
• Waterproof sandals
• Sunglasses
• Snorkel/dive gear