Punta Gorda vacation rentals

The cozy city of Punta Gorda awaits you

The forests and waterfalls create a pretty picture of Punta Gorda. Renowned for its coral reefs, snorkeling and kayaking, this city welcomes all visitors. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.

Dust off your battered brown fedora and leather jacket

It doesn't get much more Indiana Jones than the Lubaantun Mayan Ruins. Within easy striking distance of your Punta Gorda vacation rental, this ruined Mayan ceremonial city is the biggest in Southern Belize. Rumor has it there was even a crystal skull allegedly dug up here in the 1920s, though the evidence is pretty flimsy. You can combine it with a trip to Nim Li Punit Mayan ruins, a 20-minute drive away. And if you're looking for a little bit of sweetness in your life, how about taking an excursion to a local chocolate farm?

You better Belize it—Punta Gorda is an adventurer's paradise

A Punta Gorda vacation rental is a dream come true if you're all about the adventure. It's a great jumping-off point for jungle activities like treks and river tubing, while kayaking and wildlife watching are popular, both along the coast and on the local creeks. One of the biggest draws of the area is Port Honduras Marine Reserve, with snorkeling, diving, and fishing all available through local operators. In the town itself, you can enjoy sightseeing and shopping, particularly on market days. And if you turn up in May, you might just catch the Chocolate Festival of Belize, a 3-day celebration of chocolatey goodness.

There's a reason they call it a rainforest

Adventurers always look their best with a bead or 2 of sweat on their temple, which is a good thing because the climate in Punta Gorda is a bit on the humid side. Like the rest of Belize, it enjoys tropical weather, which generally means year-round humidity to keep those rainforests nice and lush. The really rainy season is between June and October, while the months between November and February tend to be a bit cooler and drier. Whatever time of year you turn up for your Punta Gorda vacation rental, you'll want to pack that rain poncho.

Exploring the natural features in Punta Gorda

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Punta Gorda. These are a few of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Blue Creek Cave (12.8 mi / 20.7 km)
• Punta Ycacos Beach (18 mi / 29 km)
• Rio Blanco Waterfall (21.2 mi / 34.1 km)
• Belize Spice Farm & Botanical Gardens (17 mi / 27.4 km)

Transportation options to and around Punta Gorda

Fly into Independence and Mango Creek (INB), the closest airport, located 38.9 mi (62.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Punta Gorda (PND), which is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) away.