Hamanasi Resort

Hamanasi Resort

Hamanasi Resort, Explore this Gateway to Belize's Natural Wonders and Coastal Charm

Nestled between the lush Maya Mountains and the turquoise Caribbean Sea, Hamanasi is a special place from which you can explore the best of Belize both on- and offshore. A secluded, intimate boutique resort located on the beach south of Hopkins, Hamanasi sits on hundreds of feet of Caribbean Sea beachfront surrounded by tropical flora on the finest stretch of beach.

 

The Grand House stands as a centerpiece of all activities, where they will have the opportunity to unwind and bask in the ocean breeze on its veranda. This structure houses the lobby, reception area, gift shop, restaurant, library, and bar. To capture breathtaking panoramic views of the Caribbean and the Maya Mountains, they can ascend to the Lookout situated atop the Grand House – an ideal vantage point for both sunrise and sunset.

 

Hamanasi embrace the principles of responsible, natural, and culturally rooted eco-tourism. The understanding of preserving the environment and nurturing indigenous communities is deeply ingrained in their ethos. A strong commitment drives them to restore ecosystems and their biodiversity, as they continually progress towards greater environmental awareness and sustainability. All employees and visitors are warmly encouraged to partake in these shared endeavors, recognizing that together, they forge a meaningful impact.

 

Highlights & Activities

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Dive or snorkel the Barrier Reef
Explore the colourful underwater kingdom of the South Water Caye Marine Reserve, the largest marine reserve in Belize.
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Jaguar Reserve
Discover the world’s only Jaguar Preserve at Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Learn to cook Hudut
Popular with the Garifuna community in the fishing village of Hopkins, it’s a speciality not to be missed.
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Fish with the locals
With roots as a small, sleepy fishing village, Hopkins Village is an idyllic spot for getting to know authentic island life.
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Mayan Sites
Experience ancient Mayan pyramids hidden deep in the jungle.
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Scuba Diving School
Explore the Belize Barrier Reef with Hamansi's PADI certified in-house dive team.

Regenerative Impact

At Hamanasi, they are actively taking steps to reduce their negative impact on the environment and actively contribute to its regeneration. Their efforts also extend to raising awareness and fostering a deeper appreciation for both nature and diverse cultures. Their overarching objective is to revitalize not only the environment but also the communities intertwined with it. Their aspiration is to bring about improvement rather than mere sustainability.

Built within nature, Hamanasi recognizes the importance of maintaing habitat for flora and fauna. Part of its efforts include conserving its littoral forest, one of the most threatened types of forests in the world as they are cleared for coastal development, and reforesting a previously denuded property it acquired.
All Hamanasi structures are sustainably designed, from the ample use of windows to maximize natural light, to the ceiling fans and screened windows that provide an alternative to air conditioning. The resort also uses earth-friendly soaps, shampoos, and cleaning supplies, which are purchased in bulk to reduce their carbon footprint from transport.
At Hamanasi, all tours are guided by Belize Tourism Board-certified guides who take the time to inform guests about all flora and fauna that they will encounter on their tours – on land and under water. Guests also learn how to minimize their impact during tours, such as following maintained trails, not touching coral or other animals, and not taking anything that they may see during their excursion.
Over 97% of Hamanasi’s employees are Belizean and from the surrounding communities, with a 41:59 women-to-men ratio. Moreover, the resort aims to groom its managers and supervisors from within.

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Following our Regenerative Travel Summit 2023, where we convened thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from across the globe, our primary focus was singular: “How do we instill regenerative principles into the daily lives of travelers?” The insights from this groundbreaking summit will be explored in this article, highlighting the emerging thematic clusters.

Advancing Regenerative Principles: Key Design Thinking Takeaways from the Summit

Following our Regenerative Travel Summit 2023, where we convened thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from across the globe, our primary focus was singular: “How do we instill regenerative principles into the daily lives of travelers?” The insights from this groundbreaking summit will be explored in this article, highlighting the emerging thematic clusters.

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Advancing Regenerative Principles: Key Design Thinking Takeaways from the Summit

Following our Regenerative Travel Summit 2023, where we convened thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from across the globe, our primary focus was singular: “How do we instill regenerative principles into the daily lives of travelers?” The insights from this groundbreaking summit will be explored in this article, highlighting the emerging thematic clusters.

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We invite you to actively participate and contribute your insights on “how we can effectively instill regenerative principles into the daily lives of consumers and travelers” at the Regenerative Travel Summit 2023.

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Hotel Location

Hamanasi Resort

You can’t beat Hamanasi’s location in Belize.  You will have the best access to pristine nature both in the water and the rainforest, as well as the greatest variety of things to do.  Hamanasi is only a day trip away from Mayan pyramids, caves, jungle rivers, birding, horseback riding, zip lining, rainforest hiking, snorkeling, diving, fishing, local culture & more.

Hotel Address

Hopkins, Belize

Closest Airport

Belize City International Airport (BZE)

Travel Time From Airport

The hotel is a 2.5 hour drive from Belize City International Airport (BZE)

RT+ Membership Perks

Receive $99 travel credit towards a Reef & Rainforest Package during a 3 minimum night stay

-Buy one massage treatment, get one 50% off of equal or lesser value
-Upgrade to one private dining experience with the purchase of a 7+ night Reef and Rainforest package
-Private on-property birding tour with a Hamanasi guide
-Complimentary room upgrade upon check-in, based on availability

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