Corozal
The Hidden Treasures of Corozal
Corozal is the northernmost District of Belize. Here you can find more Mayan culture by visiting the Santa Rita ruins and Corozal Bay. This town has become a popular haven for expats and retirees who are seeking a carefree lifestyle and easy access to modern infrastructures of a major city and shopping opportunities just across the Mexican border – Chetumal.
Corozal Highlights
❖ Cerros Archaeological Site
❖ Shipstern Nature Reserve
❖ Corozal Bay
❖ Santa Rita Archaeological Site
❖ Fort Barlee
❖ Four Mile Lagoon
How to Get to Corozal
Corozal Town is approximately 85 miles (137km) from Belize City.
Plane
There are two local Commuter airlines, Tropic Air and Maya Island Air, are good options for flying in to the area.
Bus
If you are trying to travel to Corozal town economically, there are numerous buses leaving Belize City each day. Regular Buses fare is $XX BZ ($XXUS), and $XX BZ ($XXUS) for express (non-stop). For click to view Northern bus schedule.
Car
Head north on the Phillip Goldson Highway, also known as the Northern Highway for about a 2-hour drive.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Corozal
- Corozal Free Zone
Find yourself in the retail, dining and entertainment hub of Corozal when you pay a visit to Corozal Free Zone. - Fishing Village of Sarteneja
Sarteneja (meaning water between the rocks) the country’s largest village with approximately 4,500 inhabitants, is an ideal destination for anyone who wants to enjoy swimming, birdwatching, fishing or simple observe the sun set over water. - Shipstern Nature Reserve
Shipstern protects around 21,500 acres of a variety of distinct ecosystems and a wealth of flora and fauna. - Ancient Maya Temples If you haven’t yet had your fill of Mayan ruins, Cerros and Santa Rita are worth a visit as well.
- Art in the Park
Local artists congregate in Central Park to display their wares, with paintings, photography, woodwork and more, while live music is performed as the whole town comes out to socialize.
