ACCOMMODATION: Chaa Creek Cottages are set in lush tropical gardens along the banks of the Macal River in the foothills of the Maya Mountains of Western Belize. The cottage compound, within the Chaa Creek Nature Reserve, provides a perfect compromise between comfort and a true wilderness experience. Each palm-thatched cottage has Mexican tiled floors, large mahogany beds, original artwork and private bathrooms with hot showers. Spacious sundeck verandahs allow guests to view wildlife and interact with nature.
The Lodge at Chaa Creek has been family friendly since its inception when Mick and Lucy Fleming built two small guest cottages while raising their young family along the banks of the Macal River. Kids and grandparents naturally figured into our evolution as a full service nature based lodge and activities center. Guests' comments make it clear that Chaa Creek is still very much a family experience.
Chaa Creek offers a unique rainforest adventure in natural and safe surroundings. Situated in a 330-acre private nature reserve, it is well staffed and features spacious lawns and manicured walkways surrounding the cottages, dining and recreational areas. The miles of reserve trails are well maintained, yet offer an exciting view into the rainforest environment. There are no dangerous animals in the Macal River, which is only a short walk from the cottages and provides some of the best swimming and canoeing in Belize.
Adventure abounds within our rainforest environment. With hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and canoeing, as well as guided nature walks and river exploration included in on-site activities, there are plenty of choices to excite every member of the family. There are also tours to the ancient Mayan cities of Xunantunich and Tikal, the mysterious Chumpiate and Actun Tunichel Muknal caves, the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve waterfalls, and the Belize Zoo. We also arrange family friendly trips, accommodation and experiences along Belize's stunning coast and cayes.
Chaa Creek has always been committed to providing an ecologically educational, as well as recreational experience. The Natural History Centre and Butterfly Farm, both an easy walk from the cottages, have made learning about the natural and cultural wonders enjoyable for thousands of overseas and local visitors and students in Belize.
THE LODGE AT CHAA CREEK SPA: Set above Belize's Macal River in the midst of a private 340-acre nature reserve with a panoramic view of the Mayan Mountains and lush Caribbean rainforest, the Spa at Chaa Creek offers a tranquil and extraordinary sensory experience which promotes harmony between the inner and outer self.
Kathleen McVie of California, one of this spa's first guests, commented "This is without a doubt the most beautiful spa I have ever seen. The facility itself is lovely, and combined with the scenery, it's just incredible!''
Our specialized therapists will help you choose from a variety of personalized treatments designed to enhance individual beauty while promoting health and a sense of well being.
Your spa experience will take on greater dimensions as you enjoy Chaa Creek Reserve activities such as swimming and canoeing, horseback riding and hiking. Naturalist guides will help put you in tune with your surroundings to ensure a truly unique, invigorating rainforest experience.
The award-winning Chaa Creek provides all the amenities of a full service jungle lodge and is the perfect base to explore the natural and cultural riches of Belize and Guatemala as well as the stunning Caribbean sea, barrier reef and cayes.
The spa, within easy walking distance from the lodge, will ensure that your body and spirit are in perfect shape to make the most of Belize's numerous attractions. Our personal attention and quality service, combined with the intense beauty of a pristine jungle habitat will create a memorable and, we hope, life enhancing experience.
RESTAURANT & BAR: Our cuisine features a mixture of Caribbean, Mexican and Belizean dishes served under an enormous umbrella of thatch in our large, airy restaurant with its own temperature controlled wine cellar. The dining room, bar and cottages are all constructed from local hardwoods and thatched with bay leaf palm.
A range of activities including hiking, swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, bird-watching, guided nature walks and river trips are available, and the Reserve's Natural History Centre and Butterfly Farm are within easy walking distance of the cottages.
CONFERENCE FACILITY: Over the years, Chaa Creek has hosted a number of scientific, educational, professional and entertainment groups. The new Conference Centre, which opened in May 2000, now offers an attractive and efficient destination for meetings, workshops, and seminars.
The Conference Centre at Chaa Creek presents a light and airy atmosphere in a lush tropical setting and lends itself to a variety of uses. It can accommodate a maximum of 50 people seated at conference tables, while 100 people can be seated auditorium-style.
The furniture is highly flexible and allows for a number of presentation designs. Conference tables can be grouped in a variety of configurations in minutes. Chairs are comfortable, providing superior lumbar support to reduce fatigue.
Additionally, the Conference Centre is equipped with a P.A. system with microphones (including cordless), a television with VCR, overhead projectors and slide projectors, a multi-media projector for Powerpoint presentations, and a copy machine.
We are pleased to offer our fully equipped Conference Centre set within Chaa Creek's lush tropical gardens. Our staff remains confident in providing the highest quality venue for a full range of events including weddings, parties and other functions. |
