Toledo District Belize

Often called the Forgotten Land, the Toledo district of Belize covers an area of 1669 sq miles. Small Mayan villages strewn amongst bounteous natural surroundings form the picturesque District of Toledo. Accessible from the cities of Belize and Belmopan, the Town of Punta Gorda is the center of the Toledo District.

The topography of the Toledo District is varied, consisting of uplands in the northwest and lowlands on the coastal regions. Limestone outcrops line the slopes of the Maya Mountains. Rivers flowing through the Toledo district deposit fertile soils in the upland area. A large part of Toledo district is under the cover of the lush forests.

The tropical forests of the Toledo district teems with wildlife. The fascinating species of plants and animals observed in the district of Toledo attract adventurers to this southern most district of Belize. The caves, rapids and cascades, the sinkholes and the Mayan ruins form important features of the forests. Five important protected areas of Toledo District have been declared as reserves for wildlife.

The islands off the shore provide a view of the exotic marine life thriving around the coral reef. Islands like the Sapodilla Cayes belonging to the Toledo district offers a gamut of water sports like diving, kayaking, snorkeling and swimming. The Toledo district is suitable for adventure and exploration.