Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort, Belize
The Best of Belize, On & Offshore
Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with locals from Belize's friendliest village! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!
UNESCO recognized the Garifuna Culture as a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity. This designation means that it is an important culture that should be preserved, promoted, and celebrated. On this excursion you will be immersed in a full Garifuna cultural experience – from dressing in the traditional clothing of the Garinagu to discovering their ethnic cuisine through a cooking lesson. Hudut, comprised of green and ripe mashed plantains call “fu fu” and a coconut fish stew, is the popular dish you learn to cook.
While your food is cooking, you will tour a Garifuna gallery and your host will describe some of the Garifuna artifacts that have been collected throughout the years. Additionally, you will be mesmerized by the pulsating rhythm of Garinagus’ drums. Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with friendly and professional indigenous people! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!
Nearby are the unexcavated remains of the ancient Mayan city of Mayflower. Archaeologists are still unearthing and piecing together the history of this modest Mayan ruin, which is overgrown by the jungle. Orchids, birds and lush vegetation abound! This hike is physically challenging!
Price: US $180
per person
Minimum: 2
Depart: 9:30 am
Return: 1:30 pm
Lunch
Juice
Water
Sunscreen
Hat
Insect Repellent
Camera
Money for Shopping
Friendly Smile
If this adventure is not included in your package, it may be booked a la carte for the listed price.
Everyday, Hamanasi offers a barrier reef excursion and an inland excursion based on a preset schedule. These scheduled tours are included in package rates. Tours beyond the daily scheduled tours are not included in package rates but can be booked at the listed cost. All tours are accompanied by a licensed Belizean tour guide and include any permits needed. A PADI professional accompanies all dive trips. More information about our tours is available on our rates and policies pages.
We appreciate that Hamanasi is able to provide exceptional experience for visitors while working to maintain the wonder of Belize.
Staff made you feel extremely welcome and tended to your every need. Tours gave you a taste of Belize and the resort gave you a taste of heaven!
Just keep doing what you’re doing… The Mayan tour history was incredible; the guide was extremely knowledgeable and profoundly connected to his heritage.
Everything is so close – the mountains, caves, waterfalls, animals, ruins – this is such a peaceful country with rich culture and a people that cares about the environment. What a hidden gem! Thank you!
Our guides love what they do-and you’ll love them
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Lunch
Juice
Water
Sunscreen
Hat
Camera
Insect Repellent
Money for shopping
Friendly smile
Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with locals from Belize's friendliest village! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!
UNESCO recognized the Garifuna Culture as a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity. This designation means that it is an important culture that should be preserved, promoted, and celebrated. On this excursion you will be immersed in a full Garifuna cultural experience – from dressing in the traditional clothing of the Garinagu to discovering their ethnic cuisine through a cooking lesson. Hudut, comprised of green and ripe mashed plantains call “fu fu” and a coconut fish stew, is the popular dish you learn to cook.
While your food is cooking, you will tour a Garifuna gallery and your host will describe some of the Garifuna artifacts that have been collected throughout the years. Additionally, you will be mesmerized by the pulsating rhythm of Garinagus’ drums. Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with friendly and professional indigenous people! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!
Nearby are the unexcavated remains of the ancient Mayan city of Mayflower. Archaeologists are still unearthing and piecing together the history of this modest Mayan ruin, which is overgrown by the jungle. Orchids, birds and lush vegetation abound! This hike is physically challenging!
Price: US $180
per person
Minimum: 2
Depart: 9:30 am
Return: 1:30 pm
Lunch
Juice
Water
Sunscreen
Hat
Insect Repellent
Camera
Money for Shopping
Friendly Smile
If this adventure is not included in your package, it may be booked a la carte for the listed price.
Everyday, Hamanasi offers a barrier reef excursion and an inland excursion based on a preset schedule. These scheduled tours are included in package rates. Tours beyond the daily scheduled tours are not included in package rates but can be booked at the listed cost. All tours are accompanied by a licensed Belizean tour guide and include any permits needed. A PADI professional accompanies all dive trips. More information about our tours is available on our rates and policies pages.
We appreciate that Hamanasi is able to provide exceptional experience for visitors while working to maintain the wonder of Belize.
Staff made you feel extremely welcome and tended to your every need. Tours gave you a taste of Belize and the resort gave you a taste of heaven!
Just keep doing what you’re doing… The Mayan tour history was incredible; the guide was extremely knowledgeable and profoundly connected to his heritage.
Everything is so close – the mountains, caves, waterfalls, animals, ruins – this is such a peaceful country with rich culture and a people that cares about the environment. What a hidden gem! Thank you!
Our guides love what they do-and you’ll love them
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
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Inland Guide
Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with locals from Belize's friendliest village! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!
UNESCO recognized the Garifuna Culture as a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity. This designation means that it is an important culture that should be preserved, promoted, and celebrated. On this excursion you will be immersed in a full Garifuna cultural experience – from dressing in the traditional clothing of the Garinagu to discovering their ethnic cuisine through a cooking lesson. Hudut, comprised of green and ripe mashed plantains call “fu fu” and a coconut fish stew, is the popular dish you learn to cook.
While your food is cooking, you will tour a Garifuna gallery and your host will describe some of the Garifuna artifacts that have been collected throughout the years. Additionally, you will be mesmerized by the pulsating rhythm of Garinagus’ drums. Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with friendly and professional indigenous people! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!
Nearby are the unexcavated remains of the ancient Mayan city of Mayflower. Archaeologists are still unearthing and piecing together the history of this modest Mayan ruin, which is overgrown by the jungle. Orchids, birds and lush vegetation abound! This hike is physically challenging!
Price: US $180
per person
Minimum: 2
Depart: 9:30 am
Return: 1:30 pm
Lunch
Juice
Water
Sunscreen
Hat
Insect Repellent
Camera
Money for Shopping
Friendly Smile
If this adventure is not included in your package, it may be booked a la carte for the listed price.
Everyday, Hamanasi offers a barrier reef excursion and an inland excursion based on a preset schedule. These scheduled tours are included in package rates. Tours beyond the daily scheduled tours are not included in package rates but can be booked at the listed cost. All tours are accompanied by a licensed Belizean tour guide and include any permits needed. A PADI professional accompanies all dive trips. More information about our tours is available on our rates and policies pages.
We appreciate that Hamanasi is able to provide exceptional experience for visitors while working to maintain the wonder of Belize.
Staff made you feel extremely welcome and tended to your every need. Tours gave you a taste of Belize and the resort gave you a taste of heaven!
Just keep doing what you’re doing… The Mayan tour history was incredible; the guide was extremely knowledgeable and profoundly connected to his heritage.
Everything is so close – the mountains, caves, waterfalls, animals, ruins – this is such a peaceful country with rich culture and a people that cares about the environment. What a hidden gem! Thank you!
Our guides love what they do-and you’ll love them
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Inland Guide
Explore these images taken at our Garifuna Cooking Class - click any image to expand.
Our guides love what they do-and you'll love them