Belize Trip Reviews from the Jungle Dome

We are headed out to the Black Hole Drop overnight cave adventure soon so we have to write quickly!

The Jungle Dome has been amazing to us. Honeymoon flowers when we arrived (all fresh from around the jungle dome and beautiful!) and a great staff. David was a friend as soon as he picked us up from the airport, Karen has been extremely helpful with our tour and travel arrangements and we cannot say enough about the food!!! It was fantastic and the meal presentation was always impeccable.

We did a 2 hour horseback ride the day we arrived which was nice but very strenuous for two people who hadn’t ridden in several years and who had just gotten off the plane!

The ATM cave trip was very very cool. Very adventurous and crazy but we were kept safe and having a fun time – that was a once in a lifetime experience.

We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to recommend The Jungle Dome to friends!

TJ & Jessica Lee
Asheville, North Caroline, USA

June 9th 2009

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Like so many people before us, we don’t even know where to start ….everything was so fantastic, especially the people. The uniqueness of the Dome, the staff and the adventures were way beyond our expectations. Each trip holds special memories that we will never forget. The beauty of the grounds is inspiring, you have done such a fantastic job transforming this place into a paradise. There is not a single thing we would change about this trip! It was just the perfect mixture of adventure and relaxation, not to mention the delicious food that provided us with the energy to do all these day trips! We have certainly fallen in love with Belize and the Jungle Dome and hope to visit again.

Emily & Kevin Samuel
Moosonee, Ontario, CANADA

July 2009

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What a wonderful trip! From the dogs and cat to the wonderful and friendly staff, I instantly felt at home.

I came here looking forward to experiencing the zip line and Black Hole Drop but found the ATM cave to be the most thrilling. The day trip to Tikal was great..I am so glad I made that trip. Thank you all for making my trip to Belize so care-free and comfortable.

Susana Nicoletto
Midford, Orlando, USA

June 18, 2009

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The villa was a beautiful home for our family of six. I especially loved the little touches – the tiny bed & kiddie dishes for my little one and she loved them too. Delicious food, great advice and a successful night walk. Trips to canoe, cave tube, beach and Tikal were all great.

Thanks so much
The Concannon Family
Chicago, USA

Jun 20, 2009

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Dear Karen & David

Thank you so much for making our stay at the Jungle Dome so wonderful. We felt at home almost immediately! The boys will always remember Belize, our wonderful trips and evening poker games by the pool. Our days here flew by too quickly. Please compliment the staff on the excellent meals and beautiful housekeeping and grounds.

Some of our favourite adventures….Black Hole Drop, Cave Tubing, ATM and the magnificent Xunantunich ruins. We will have wonderful memories of Belize and the Jungle Dome Villa.

The Robinsons
New Jersey, USA

Aug 15, 2009

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New York Group Trip Review from Al and Adam

This is our 3rd time at the Jungle Dome, we just can't get enough of this beautiful haven in the jungle. Everything is incredible....From the staff of Karen, David, Tella, Wani, Nora to the pets Max, Daphne and Phoebe are all wonderful, inviting, knowledgeable and make your stay perfect.

We traveled with a large group of 12 and everything went flawless, the meals were absolutely delicious, the room are gorgeous and so comfortable and the surrounding land is beyond beauty. The Howler Monkey's at night while you sleep are are incredible sound to hear!

We also had a wedding at the Jungle Dome and everyone was so accomodating to allow us to have it hear....It was the perfect place to have such a ceremony.

The excursions, lead by guide Luiz are incredible and all inclusive so you do not need to worry about anythign except waking up and going! ATM is absolutely incredible for those you like caving, EL Pilar was a magificent splendor to see, Horseback riding and the riverboat tour are relaxing and breathtaking, Barton Creek Cave canoeing was the highlight of my trip....I have never witnessed anything like this and I can't wait to go back...Which will be next year of course!

To everyone at the Jungle Dome, thank you once again for such a wonderful trip for our large group! You are all so blessed to work in such an incredible place...

Al, Adam & our Group

Belize Trip Review - Tori and Jeff Mcleod - March 2009

Oh my goodness, where do I begin?! We loved our stay at the Jungle Dome so much I am not sure I can put it into words. From the moment that we got to the airport, we were treated so kindly. David was waiting for us when we arrived at the airport. He took us for a nice lunch and filled us with a wealth of knowledge on our ride to the hotel. As soon as we got there, Karen arranged a horse back riding adventure and David offered to lead our night jungle walk. We enjoyed both of these very much.



We did the Black Hole drop the next day which was breathtaking. Although I had never rapelled before, I felt very safe with the guides. Everything went so smoothly. The following day, we did the zip lining and cave tubing. Both of these adventures were great. My only regret is that we did not have more time at the Jungle Dome for more adventures. We usually spend most of our vacations diving at different locations because we love to dive. We did love the first half of our vacation diving around Ambergris and the Blue Hole, but I can honestly say that I enjoyed the second half more staying at the Jungle Dome.



The meals were very good, especially breakfast with the fresh fruit and eggs! We love the different juices and were all eager to see what type of fresh juice we would have with each meal. The family style dining was so nice, because it gave us any opportunity to meet and interact with the other guests. That really added to the experience. The parrots and toucans in the surrounding trees was an added bonus.



We just wanted to take a moment to tell you how much we enjoyed ourselves and to praise the staff. Karen was very friendly and efficient. She kept everyone on schedule for all of our activities and made sure things ran smoothly. We enjoyed getting to know her. The cleaning staff did a wonderful job, because our rooms were immaculate. The grounds were so beautifully maintained and the pool was spotless.

David is just an inspiration to us. I cannot believe he has just learned English in the past few years. We were so impressed with his kindness and eagerness to share his knowledge of his country. He was waiting by the gate for the guests when we returned from our trips offering cold drinks. You could not have a better employee! We believe he truly is a wonderful person.



Thanks you so much for arranging this wonderful (best ever!!) vacation for us. We will recommend this spot to all our friends and family and hope to return ourselves. Our children are 6 and 8 and are wondering when they can come. I think that sounds like a good reason to come back.



Sincerely,

Tori and Jeff McLeod

Belize Slideshow - October 2008 - Cheryl Juska and Sean Dunns Vacation

Sean and Cheryls Belize Pictures are incredible and can be viewed in full here : http://nola.zenfolio.com/

They visited Belize in October 2008 from Maryland, USA.

Guest Images from Caracol and Horseback Riding

Don and Laura Bischoff from Minnesota, USA - November 2008

My Trip Review - Peachtree City, Georgia, USA - Eric and Susan Snell - August 2008

We decided this year to make our anniversary trip an adventure. The Jungle Dome and its staff made our home away from home a great place. We have had a fantastic week. Coming at this time of year was great because in most cases our activities were simply us and our guide.

Black Hole Drop – start with a bang! A great hike, great rappel and beautiful scenery (a wonderful introduction to the jungle)



Cave Tubing – Luis showed us all the plants and unlike all the other groups, we floated at our own pace

Zip Line – A fun experience which unfortunately ended too soon

ATM – what an amazing trip! First swimming in among the cave was neat but then to be able to see and admire such a beautiful place. Francisco did a great job explaining what occurred and what they think happened in such a sacred place.



Horseback Riding – it was a pleasure to actually run the horses and learn from Cesar.

Massage – Susan enjoyed this brief respite from the jungle

Mountain Bike ride – Eric rode with David to Valley of Peace and back – ahhh forgot how tough riding off road on loose gravel is

Che Chem Ha cave – what an amazing cave and to be escorted by William , the guy who found it. Amazing that places like these are all around.



Kayaking – We enjoyed the botany education from Link but the ride was not quite the adventure we expected

Caracol – ahh the Mayan ruins you read about. Amazing to see the buildings the Mayans made so long ago

Keep the bug spray bottle full, know that 95% of the roads are bumpy, enjoy the adventures and absorb the Belizean culture, life and people.

Eric & Susan Snell
Peachtree City, GA
USA

August 31, 2008

My Trip Review - Monroe, Los Angeles, USA - David and Emma Loyless - August 2008

I am sad to say this is our last night here at the Belize Jungle Dome. These past few days have been paradise for us. The culture and rich history of Belize just seem to entrap you making you never want to leave. The staff here have been beyond excellent. I feel that we have definitely received the royal treatment for our honeymoon.

Upon our arrival we were greeted by Luis, who gave us a history lesson as we drove in from the airport. He is such a wealth of knowledge. Karen made us feel right at home and our candle-light dinner on the balcony of our room was perfect. The food was beyond compare at every single meal.



Our first adventure was to Caracol with Luis and once again we learned so much. I think this adventure was one of my favourites. The Mayans were such an interesting people and Luis never missed a beat with trying to show us everything. Our next adventures consisted of cave tubing with Luis, ATM with Orlando, horseback riding with Cesar and a trip to the zoo with David. ATM was definitely an experience I will never forget. It’s extremely challenging trying to get to the cathedral but well worth the trip. If you have time for the zoo it is a must.

Everyone here – Karen, Luis, David, Wani, Tea and the rest of the staff – have made this a trip of a lifetime. Getting to know them and where they come from and the rich history here will definitely bring me back for another trip to Belize.

The ATM Cave was probably my favourite trip. It’s a challenge but the cathedral is amazing. Luis is awesome. He is basically a history book on legs and he is not bad with the botany and zoology either. I loved listening to Karen’s and David’s stories of how they ended up at the Jungle Dome. Karen makes me want to pack up and move to Belize and David is a complete inspiration. The food has been excellent and I am going home fat! I loved the zoo and horseback riding was a blast! Everyone here has been so nice and helpful. I can’t wait to come back.

David & Emma Loyless
Monroe, Los Angeles
USA

August 20, 2008

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"Thank you from the rose family (Gerry, Tanya, Trinity & baby Quintin). It was a beautiful experience!" - Rose Family - April 2008 from Calgary, Alberta, Canada

We are not Disney and we are not suitable for everyone but our Indiana Jones Vacation experience has created a high customer satisfaction for our guests. Exploring Mayan temples, Caving, Kayaking, Jungle Horseback Riding, Night Walks, Cave Tubing, Scuba Diving and Snorkeling all feature in our Inclusive Adventure Packages.



"We are all sad to leave the Jungle Dome. We are off to the beach but all agree that we would rather stay here for a few more days. The entire staff was amazing! You made us feel special. We came with our in-laws and sister’s family. This will be a trip that we will never forget!" who visited in March 2008

Thank you!

The Wolfs, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
The Beehlers, Cols, Ohio, USA
The Artims, Cleveland, Ohio, USA



"Our trip was spectacular. Thanks so much for making us feel like family. Everything was awesome!! Especially the food, that was delicious! And the service was great! Thanks soooo much for everything! You guys rock!" who visited in July 2008

Maddie McGann (age 12)
Marriottsville, Maryland, USA



Visit us at www.greendragonbelize.com for more information and we look forward to seeing you in the Jungle...........

Dan and Rebecca from USA - Slideshow - August 2008

Dan and Rebecca stayed 8 Nights at the Jungle Dome in Belize and enjoyed the following adventures :



Caracol Temples

Zip Line

Black Hole Drop Rappell

Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave

Jungle Horseback riding

Snorkeling

Spa and Massage Treatments at Chaa Creek

Cave Tubing



For more information on our Belize vacations click here

My Trip Review - Marriottsville, Maryland, USA - Mcgann Family - July 2008

Andy, Simone, David, Louis and everyone here,

Our trip was spectacular. The zoo was incredible-we learned so much & the animals were so close!

The horse riding was great. Fast for those who wanted and slow for those who didn’t. The cowboys were wonderful. Cave tubing was relaxing. The zip line was fun-especially the rappelling at the end!! And ATM was the absolute BEST trip of all! Thanks so much for making us feel like family.

Barbara, John, Riley & Ian McGann

Marriottsville, Maryland, USA

Everything was awesome!! Especially the food, that was delicious! And the service was great! Thanks soooo much for everything! You guys rock!

Maddie McGann (age 12)
Marriottsville, Maryland, USA

July 2008

Trip Review - Port Washington, New York, USA - Paul and Deb Koestner - February 2008

My wife Deb and I wanted to share with you how much we loved our stay at the Jungle Dome. It was the perfect base from which to stage our local adventures. And we got our fill in a short time, thanks to Karen's considered pairing of guides and guests.



What a rare find Luis is. Here is a guide who clearly knows his country, and continues his self-education while giving measured doses of what he knows, without any of the Disney fluff. We had several great excursions with him. About two minutes out of the Dome on day one he rounded up the tarantula pictured below, explaining how to hold them so nobody and nothing gets harmed. Thanks, Luis, we'll just have a look.

The entire staff made us feel at home during the time we spent at the Dome, which it turns out wasn't a whole lot. As you must know, it's strategically located for some of the most dramatic adventures to be had in Belize.



We noted how folks situated in other parts of the country suffered considerably more daunting treks to get to the same spots we enjoyed with relative ease. Coming back to the Dome for a swim and a great meal was the daily reward for the physical challenges we signed up for.



Thanks again for providing this great home base/haven from which to enjoy the natural wonders of Belize. And do pass on our thanks to Karen, David, Wani (I'm guessing there) and the rest of the staff, as well as the now famous Luis (saw him, as well as William from Che Chem Ha, on the History Channel), and Eddie from next door. They made for one stellar crew.



Fair winds,

Paul & Deborah Koestner, Port Washington, New York, USA - February 2008





PS: About the only thing I regret is not having purchased a great, waterproof camera before the trip. We missed countless photographic opportunities because of the daunting conditions constantly threatening an ordinary digital camera. Tell future voyagers they might want to splurge, at least on a waterproof throw-away

Belize Slideshow - Prince Rupert, BC, Canada - Candice McCarthy & Rayne Mather

Thanks for the pictures from Candice McCarthy & Rayne Mather from Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada



and



Sonja Dickens and her daughter Jennika Dickens



who visited Belize in February 2008

Trip Review - Jeff and Naomi Gunter - USA - December 2007

Wow ~ say hello to Max (Jungle Dome Dog) for us. He slept outside our door and made it feel like home. We can’t believe how great the Dome is. Our first trip to Belize couldn’t have been better. The people here, the trips, the food, everything was so much better than we expected. The only downside was that it feels too short. It all went by so fast but in a very good way.

It was a great mix of activities and down time to collect yourself. Of course I can’t forget that without 9 -11 hours of sleep, it just wasn’t a Belize night. Early to bed and early to rise.

I can ramble on and on ~ make sure you get to Green Acres and ride the horses ~ amazing view. Everywhere we went the people were friendly. Thanks to the Jungle Dome and all the staff for making our honeymoon the best ~ spoiling us for any other trip.

Jeff & Naomi Gunter, USA - December 2007

Belize Trip Review from Littlehampton, England - Attrill Family - December 2007

[We are] Totally gutted that this is our last night here at the Jungle Dome – the Cayes are going to have a lot to live up to!

We have had an amazing time here from cave tubing, zip lining, visiting ATM & Xunantunich, horse riding, massages, eating great food, gong to the butterfly farm, doing the Black Hole Drop to just spending a relaxing day by the pool .

We would recommend the Jungle Dome to anyone ~ quite simply great!

Julie, Lloyd & Mila Attrill

Littlehampton, UK

The Attrill family stayed at the Belize Jungle Dome in December 2007

Belize Trip Review - Peter and Cassy Karlsson, Dallas, Texas, USA - October 2007

Thanks to everyone for a memorable and unique experience. The Che Chem Ha Cave was fantastic and William really knew his stuff. The jungle horseback ride was exhilarating both for an experienced rider and my dad. The Black Hole Drop was unforgettable.

The WHOLE staff were incredibly kind and helpful

We ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!!

Cassy and Peter Karlsson
Dallas, TX

October 2007

Booked the 4 Night Mayan Adventure Belize Package at the Belize Jungle Dome.

Belize Trip Review

From horseback riding to kayaking to zip lining (and getting my hair stuck during the zip line), staying at the Jungle Dome never left me a dull moment! Thanks so much for a wonderful stay and especially all the wonderful food. This trip was great and hopefully I will be able to persuade my family to visit Belize soon.

Thanks again,
Addison Miller (guest of the Glaser family)

August 2007

Belize Trip Review from Nicole Hill and Treva Jarvis - Utah and Nebraska, USA

"My best friend from college and I decided to do a "kid-free" vacation and choose to come to the Jungle Dome in Belize. It turned out even better than we had dreamed! It was SO fun!!! My favorite thing about the Jungle Dome is the location. You are way away from the hustle and bustle of all
the tourist stuff. It's a beautiful little paradise. Not even a paved road where you're going. We loved our room, super clean and pretty. One of the other really unique things about the Jungle Dome is that you eat breakfast and dinner with the other travelers and it's really fun to get to know everyone and hear about their trips.

We did the "Reefs and Ruins" tour. Our first day was so neat as we climbed into the jungle to go to the Che Chem Ha cave. William was an excellent guide and his wife cooks a fabulous lunch! We then went with Luis (another guide) to the Xunantunich Ruins. Luis was knowledgeable and very helpful and loves to take pictures for you. We loved the ruins, just beautiful!

The next day we went horseback riding. Ceasar was our guide this time and did and excellent job!! We went thru' the jungle and it was so beautiful. We then went and swam in the Blue Hole,fun,it's a sink hole
but watch out for the little nibbling fish. :) The next day was the all day trip to Tikal. It's a bit of a ride, but well worth the trip. and Ceasar (a different guide) was so amazing. The ruins were amazing and the size of the area is mind boggling. We then went cave tubing and the zip
line the next day. Super fun!!!! We wished the zip lines were longer! Cave tubing was amazing and Luis knows his stuff. That day was my friends favorite! I couldn't decide because I loved them all.

The next day was the transfer to San Pedro. We didn't want to leave everyone at the Jungle Dome, we just love David (our good friend and great driver!) and Karen and the ladies in the kitchen, Wani, Tella & Nora (by the way they are excellent cooks!!!) The food is more than excellent
there and there's tons of it. Karen runs the Jungle Dome so well and is so fun to be around! We even got to meet Simone, Andy and the boys. Such nice people!

We snorkeled in San Pedro and it was so neat. I was scared of the sharks at first, but they are pretty shy of the people and don't bother with you. Tons of fish! San Pedro was our least favorite part of the trip. Very touristy! In hind-sight (at least for me) I would have stayed the whole time at the Jungle Dome.

I would HIGHLY recommend staying at the Jungle Dome. We were so well taken care of there! You won't regret it! You'll love it, just like the rest of us whom have stayed there!!! In fact, I'm already talking my husband into going with me this time so I can go back again! This is a fabulous vacation for anyone who likes to be active and be away from the mainstream!"

Nicole Hill (Mapleton, Utah, USA) and Treva Jarvis (Omaha, Nebraska, USA) who visited Belize in August 2007.

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Belize Jungle Dome Trip Review - Deiter, Karen and Erika - Atlanta, Georgia, USA - June 2007

Dear Jungle Dome Staff & Pets

Wow, did we have a GREAT time! Cave tubing was beautiful, Mayan Temples were stunning and horseback riding was amazing! I definitely recommend Bruce Lee, a brown horse, at Green Acres! Luis, Karen, Wani, Andy, David and Simone were so nice! All of us miss Max, Phoebe, Daphne & Molly and the animals were cute and sweet! Give them each a treat for us. We hope to come back

Erika (age 11)
Deiter & Karen
Atlanta, Georgia, USA

June 2007