Gaia Riverlodge
BelizeTucked away in Belize’s rugged Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Gaïa Riverlodge, sister property to Matachica on Ambergris Caye, sits atop a tall ridge overlooking the Five Sisters waterfalls and a valley of bird-flecked Caribbean pines.
The hotel includes 16 beautiful thatched cabanas with panoramic windows, mahogany interiors and comfortable beds. Each bathroom is unique and decorated with bright, hand-painted Mexican tiles. Guests can enjoy views of the mountains, waterfall, river or garden, depending on the room type.
Follow a long series of stone steps or take the hydro-powered tram to the falls for an invigorating dip or to relax on Gaïa’s small, sandy island with shaded hammocks. Enjoy swimming in the river, and make natural swimming holes your own private pool.
Back up on the ridge, Gaïa Riverlodge’s restaurant features an expansive wrap-around veranda with dramatic views, a menu of delicious Belizean fare, and dangerously good drinks. After the sun sets, connect with our guides and guests from all around the world around the fire pit.
Gaia Riverlodge
Location & Getting There
Gaia Riverlodge is an hour’s drive from Maya Flats Airstrip which guests can get to from Philip Goldson Airport in Belize with a 40-minute flight. Alternatively, guests can opt for a van or car transfer from Belize and enjoy a scenic three-hour drive to the lodge.
Accommodation
There are 16 cabanas and villas with views of the garden, mountain, river or waterfall depending on room type. Each with panoramic views, the rooms offer locally crafted furnishings and hand-painted Mexican tiles in the shower. The mountain view cabanas are perfect for couples looking for a secluded spot. Surrounded by breathtaking views and sounds of nature, you may not want to leave the room at all. The riverside villa includes a porch overlooking the river, perfect for enjoying private meals and a hot tub.
Activities
Guests at Gaia Riverlodge can choose to simply take in the sights and sounds of the reserve, enjoy yoga and swimming in the falls, or opt for guided morning jungle walks, guided bird watching and mountain biking.
Children
Children above 10 years old are most welcome at Gaia Riverlodge.
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Bar
- Gift shop
- Birdwatching and jungle walks
- Ziplining
- Night hikes
- Organic garden and caracol visit
- Mountain biking and horse biking
- Macal River tour and Barton Creek visit
- Cave tubing
Reconnect with nature at the Gaia Riverlodge, where you will be surrounded by sounds of the Belize Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Setting the bar high for sustainable tourism, the hotel operates its own hydropower plant by harnessing energy from the river below to supply electricity which keeps the property's carbon footprint to an absolute minimum. The electric tram might be a relief for those not keen on climbing down 300 steps to the river where natural water pools, palapas and the beach await.
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