Spend an Complete Day in Nature at Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge

To say that the non-public nature reserve at Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge is breathtaking could be an understatement. With its winding roads and forest-flanked climbing trails, plus loads of lush greenery stretching on for so far as the attention can see, it’s a nature lover’s dream come true—one that may solely be described as merely magical. 

Caribbean Tradition + Life-style had the possibility to discover Hidden Valley just lately. And although we barely scratched the floor of their ninety miles of trails, we nonetheless managed to spend an whole day communing with nature. Right here’s what it was like. 

Spectacular Vistas and Breathtaking Views

In relation to Western Belize, one of many perks of getting up brilliant and early is having fun with the crisp morning air and the sunshine fog hanging throughout. That refreshing environment is precisely what greeted us as we waited to embark on our first journey of the day with Hidden Valley: an intensive property tour, full with beautiful waterfalls. 

With Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge being nestled within the coronary heart of nature (7,200 acres of it), there’s loads to be seen. Our expert information, Marvin, as knowledgable as he’s pleasant, ensured that our journey was not simply enjoyable however informative, too, sharing tidbits in regards to the lodge, just like the historical past of the beautiful (and large) Lake Lolly Folly that may be discovered onsite. 

The primary cease on our property tour was a spectacular one: a brisk however transient stroll that led to the viewing platform for Tiger Creek Falls. Towering over us even from a distance, the waterfall–certainly one of many discovered at Hidden Valley–is a formidable 700 toes tall. 

Butterfly Falls. Picture by Khaila Mild

Simply as breathtaking was the view on the finish of the Awat Balam Path. Tapping into our inside Indiana Jones, we crossed babbling brooks and picket bridges to achieve entry to a shocking view. Surrounded by pine bushes, we stood atop a cliff, watching because the creek plummeted into the valley beneath us. However maybe probably the most lovely cease on our tour was the ever-popular Butterfly Falls. It doesn’t take a lot to grasp why the 80-foot cascade, full with a refreshing pool, is beloved by romantics and nature fans alike. 

Chasing Waterfalls (And Birds, too) 

For a fast and scrumptious refresher, we had the possibility to get pleasure from a non-public picnic at secret swimming pools. The beautiful location is among the many hidden gems that may be discovered across the property. With the ability to guide it for a second of privateness is among the perks of being a visitor on the lodge.

With our stomachs full and our wanderlust nonetheless in excessive gear, we then set off to go to certainly one of Belize’s most spectacular pure wonders. Thousand Foot Falls is among the tallest cascades in Central America. It sits only a brief drive away from Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge. And whereas photos do the 1,600-foot tall waterfall no justice, it’s definitely an expertise to recollect. 

An orange breasted falcon within the wild at Hidden Valley. Picture by Khaila Mild/ Caribbean Tradition + Life-style

Because the day went on, we obtained our fill of panoramic vistas. That included a chook’s eye view of the valley beneath us. Lastly, we loved an additional particular deal with earlier than returning to the lodge. Perched in a solitary tree on the aspect of the highway was a uncommon sight. It was an orange-breasted falcon, certainly one of Western Belize’s rarest birds. 

Sundown in Paradise

On the finish of the day, staying at Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge means with the ability to chill out within the consolation of cozy rooms after a day of communing with nature. And, even then, company can proceed to get pleasure from the fantastic thing about nature. For us, that meant stress-free within the non-public plunge pool of the luxurious Valley View Villa whereas the solar set over Belize’s pine forests. No doubt, it was a serene finish to a beyond-memorable day. And, we regarded ahead to doing all of it once more the following day. 

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Featured photograph by Caribbean Tradition + Life-style