Backpackers PARADISE

Welcome to Backpackers PARADISE in SARTENEJA in the North BELIZE !

Classified as Lonely Planet Author’s pick for Belize 2008 Edition !

There is no ATM machine in Sarteneja ! You need to take cash before arriving in the village (in Corozal, Orange Walk, San Pedro). We don’t accept traveler’s checks.

There is no signal at Backpackers PARADISE, you will not be disturbed by your cell !

At the Backpackers’ farm, you will enjoy a peaceful environment (engine free) surrounded by nature, wildlife and fruit trees. We have cabañas (cabins) for rent with private or share bathroom, camping ground, free access to the communal room with hammocks and communal kitchen.

Free fruits from the land : Mangos (June, July, August), Avocados ( August, September), Oranges, Grapefruits, Tangerines (October to March), Sapodillas ( October to February), Prunes (May), and many other local fruits. Fresh eggs from our chicken.

Backpackers is 5 minutes walk from Sarteneja village, and 10 minutes from the beach. Rent bicycles, reach Shipstern Nature Reserve in 20 minutes.

At the restaurant, local and French dishes for breakfast, lunch and diner, including amazing crepes. And also beers, belizian rums, soft drinks, natural juices.

Nature guide books, books exchange, comic books, free wifi or netbook laptop for rent.

Currency : $ 1 US = $ 2 BZ

Room (double bed) : $ 22 BZ

Camping : $ 6.50 BZ

All tax included

Communal kitchen

As a traditional fishing village Sarteneja is a unique place for boat building and also the Famous Easter Regatta.

Come to visit us ! and enjoy a true experience in a healthy, peaceful environment and an original Belizian community !

We want also contribute to find alternatives for the community and local economy. We believe in the regional sustainability, that’s why we promote agriculture and tree planting.
Speculation, retirement plan projects and international real estates are already destroying our environment and traditional community, clearing forest, mangrove, transforming agricultural land into lots, and bringing energy consuming habits and pollution (trashes on the side road is nothing in comparison of north-american’s waste)
Unfortunately locals will see to late how negative is this way of development.
Belize is not for sale !

Welcome to Sarteneja; keep it secret !

Help us protect our world !

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