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What should I bring on my trip?
Belize is a tropical climate, so bring the sorts of things you need to keep cool and protected from the sun. Before your trip, you may want to visit www.belizenet.com, a helpful website on Belize that can keep you abreast of the weather. For clothes, make sure to include lightweight long sleeve shirts and long pants, a bathing suit, a rain poncho, a light jacket, and a hat. Aside from clothes, you’ll need good walking/hiking shoes, suntan lotion, bug repellant, flashlight, binoculars, and extra film/batteries for your camera.
Is the lodge near a town?
The lodge is about 15 miles (by either road or river) from Punta Gorda, a town of 5,000 people. There are the small Mayan villages of Santa Anna and San Felipe each with 350 inhabitants just a couple of miles a way. Still, when you are at Cotton Tree Lodge you are immersed in the jungle and we make sure that all your needs are met right on the property.
How do I get to and from the lodge?
All transfers are included between Punta Gorda and CottonTree Lodge. You will be met by our staff upon arrival at the Punta Gorda airport and taken via boat up the Moho River to our lodge. Our daily excursions include transportation either in our van or boat.
What health precautions should I take?
Vaccinations or medical clearances are not required. It is recommended that you bring your own prescriptions and anti-malarial pills for extended jungle stays. A good bottle of bug spray (with deet) goes a long way in aiding your comfort and warding off insects. You will also find that good walking shoes are a tremendous asset.
What will I be eating?
Our restaurant will feature Belizean favorites as well as our chef’s own creative cuisine. We’ll give you the opportunity to try the traditional dishes like rice and beans with stewed chicken, cabbage salad, coconut rice, fry jacks, and of course plenty of fresh fruit and seafood. Each meal we will also offer cuisine geared toward the American palette, with house specialties similar to what you might find at your favorite bistro.
What if I have a special diet?
We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs and routinely provide vegetarian options. Let us know beforehand of any dietary restrictions and our chefs will plan appropriately. We can also help you store special foods that you may need to bring with you.
How long do you recommend I stay at the lodge to get the “full” experience?
The average length of stay for our guests is about one week. Consider three nights a good minimum to settle in and have time to enjoy the grounds and some of our guided trips. We vary activities each day so you’ll have new options even after a two week stay.
Is the river by the lodge a good place to swim?
The Moho River is a great place to swim. The water is clean, the current is gentle, and there are rarely any boats going by. Try out the rope swing, the water’s 30 feet deep!
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