Maya Mountain Lodge strives to be an eco-friendly tourism model. Spiritual and permaculture principles guide us towards a sustainable relationship with our planet and towards ecological balance between the surrounding rain forest and the local community of San Ignacio, Belize.

Please consider some of the efforts we are and have made towards this model:

ECO-FRIENDLY EFFORTS THAT AFFECT TOURISTS:
-Biodegradable packaging for take-out & paper cups
-Zero use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers
-Conservation of over 70% of the grounds as preserved rainforest habitat with walking trails
-Deluxe thatch cottages have sustainably grown Bay Leaf Palm roofing, a traditional natural material
-Regenerative farming style and organic garden practices

 

ECOTOURISM IN ACTION THROUGH SOCIAL AWARENESS:
-Catering to a wide variety of dietary needs: Standard & Special (Vegetarian, Gluten Free, etc)
-Belizean youth program teaching kids about gardens, tasting local teas, medicines and home remedies
-We train staff in ecological and sustainability principles including the health benefits of using non-toxic substances
-Belizean tour guides lead guests towards eco-friendly behavior
-Teaching healthy eating, nutrition & wellness programs with local health departments and organizations

 

BELIZEAN CULTURAL CELEBRATION NIGHTS:
We help preserve culture by celebrating the natural diversity of Belize, hosting regular cultural activities:
-Come celebrate Garifuna drumming and dancing
-Explore the vast reaches of the ancient Mayan empire's temples, cave systems, and learn to make stone-ground chocolate
-Taste the Mestizo culture with Fiesta De Maize
-Discover the diversity of our local community's Lebanese and Asian population with Kebab's and Pad Thai

 

GUEST EDUCATION ABOUT ECOTOURISM AND CONSERVATION:
-All Belizean tour guides are trained with eco-friendly ecological and sustainability principles
-Guided tropical flora walks and Monday medicinal plant class
-Local plant identification signs for flora and fauna throughout the property and gardens
-We encourage guests to interact with our staff and join local community service projects