Warrie Head ranch and travel lodge is located just outside Belmopan on the trek from Belize City on the Western Highway in the Cayo District. The lodge sits at the foothills of the Maya Mountains on the banks of the Belize River. The Warrie Head Ranch and Lodge reveals the everyday history of the former British colonial life in Belize in a natural setting.

Warrie Head Ranch and Lodge has 10 rooms that are open to individual travelers or groups. It has an eco-tourism side to it- with natural history, archeological tours, birding, camping, sailing, horseback riding, jungle tours and the Maya ruins tours. On site is a beautifully landscaped tropical garden that houses some historical artifacts from a 19th century Sugar Mill and a 19th century steam engine from the days of logging.

You will be treated very well by the housekeeper, Miss V. She will serve you cool drinks while you rest in a wicker chair on the porch. However, be prepared for dealing with the humidity Belize has to offer as the rooms are not air conditioned. Although, the rooms are spotless, the grounds are fabulous, it’s quiet and private there.

Prices range at about $70 USD per night in-season and from June 1-September 30th you can expect to pay $65 USD a night.

If you want to experience the 19th century British Colonial living, here’s your place to go. However, be informed- before you decide to take a dip in the Belize river- know that there are poisonous snakes and crocodiles in there!

To get more information (they don’t have a website) you can e-mail them at bzadventur@btl.net.